Hi everyone, I haven't been on here in a while now. I had my surgery in May 2012. We had some great support back then too, where is everyone? I'm going to hit my one year mark and have lost 140 lbs. start was 342 lbs.

Where is everyone? I want to know about all your success stories.

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I am 25/30 pounds away from my goal. If is really hard to lose at this point.

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That's awesome! My surgery was April 1, 2013. I've lost 125. I definitely feel 100% better. I'm 15 pounds from goal. It's a great ride!!

I has surgery on May 2, 2012. My highest weight was 308. Beginning of journey was 282. Day of surgery 262. Today 158. I'm training for a 1/2 Marathon and finished a 5k in 36 mins last night. My only regret Is that I didn't do it sooner!

i am one 11 months post-op. I have lost around 70 pounds and am essentially at goal weight (I had Class I obesity instead of morbid obesity) I can eat more than in the past. My biggest concern is regain. My weight fluctuates up and down by approximately 5 pounds. I have had essentially no complications - I have vomited only one time during the entire experience post surgery. My expectations were that post-op would be much harder than it has been. But it really has not been hard at all. Friends of mine who have had the surgery experienced a lot of vomiting - so I thought I would as well. It just hasn't been the case.

I also expected to have a lot of loose skin. But I don't. Yes, there are some wrinkles. But it's really not a big issue. I don't know why.

I found recovery from surgery painful due to having to keep the surgical drain in for three weeks post-op. That was the painful part. For several months after surgery I had a lot of fatigue. Now I have a lot of energy.

Cholesterol problems are resolved. I still have high blood pressure, however. That is a genetic problem that weight loss did not solve.

There are days when I am hungrier than others.

Dumping: I don't think I've ever experienced it. I can eat anything. I do feel weak when I eat high-fat foods (which is not often).

Again, my biggest concern is regain.

I enjoy being at an appropriate weight. It has made life better for me.

I always wish everyone a successful weight loss journey.

Looking good!!!!

You all look great!

You guys look great

U all look wonderful!!

Hi all I had my surgery september2012

My start wt 448

Surgery wt 419

1 st year anniversary wt 279

Current wt 242

226lbs gone fitting in 1x on top 2x on the bottom (from7-8xl)

My goals pre op were to be able to chase my grandson- check

Walk up stairs without holding the rail- half a check can do a few up and check for down unless I am really tired.

Be able to walk a mile- check! Did it easily when I had to get my car out of the shop. Surprised me that I was able to do it( glad my neighbors weren't home to give me a ride)

Go on a mission trip to Africa - not yet but I think I am going to go google that right now! Maybe this summer.

I am working full time nights, able to wear skinny jeans comfortably, buy stuff at a thrift store easily, and swim for over an hour and then do physical therapy in the alpine pool for another ten min. I have a tiny waist and can feel the bones in my shoulders and hips. In fact when I sit on the potty it hurts a bit cuz my poor butt has lost a lot of it insulation.

I tolerate most food but small portions are key. Half a sandwich, 1/4 -1/2 of a restaurant portion entree, and stay away from loads of sugars (under 9 grams at any one time) which means I don't deny myself a special treat but I only have a tiny piece or one small candy. The holidays meant a load of cooking but for me at least not a load of eating. Side benefit saving money on food big time.

All in all this journey has been what I had envisioned and I see my end goals coming up fast.

Under 200 lbs and being ABLE!

I haven't read this thread for a while so I decided to go back to page 1 and read it through. I really cannot imagine a better example of what this forum is really all about than this thread. Congratulations to all of you! Your stories are truly inspiring and should be required reading for those just starting their journey!!

just got the new app today i have not been on in a while but sure did miss it! I have lost 127 pounds and dropping had rny november 2012 i will try and post a before and after soon! so glad everyone is doing well ! anyone thinking about a tummy lift ?

Hi all I had my surgery september2012

My start wt 448

Surgery wt 419

1 st year anniversary wt 279

Current wt 242

226lbs gone fitting in 1x on top 2x on the bottom (from7-8xl)

My goals pre op were to be able to chase my grandson- check

Walk up stairs without holding the rail- half a check can do a few up and check for down unless I am really tired.

Be able to walk a mile- check! Did it easily when I had to get my car out of the shop. Surprised me that I was able to do it( glad my neighbors weren't home to give me a ride)

Go on a mission trip to Africa - not yet but I think I am going to go google that right now! Maybe this summer.

I am working full time nights, able to wear skinny jeans comfortably, buy stuff at a thrift store easily, and swim for over an hour and then do physical therapy in the alpine pool for another ten min. I have a tiny waist and can feel the bones in my shoulders and hips. In fact when I sit on the potty it hurts a bit cuz my poor butt has lost a lot of it insulation.

I tolerate most food but small portions are key. Half a sandwich, 1/4 -1/2 of a restaurant portion entree, and stay away from loads of sugars (under 9 grams at any one time) which means I don't deny myself a special treat but I only have a tiny piece or one small candy. The holidays meant a load of cooking but for me at least not a load of eating. Side benefit saving money on food big time.

All in all this journey has been what I had envisioned and I see my end goals coming up fast.

Under 200 lbs and being ABLE!

You are doing awesome!! I'm so happy for you.

I'm down 79# n had my surgery 8/6/13 cw243 hw 321#

I will be so happy to be at the 200 mark. Its been 26 yrs since I've been there.

We gotta keep on keeping on!! ))

Thanks for all the updates! Wow you all look amazing!! This is what I am looking forward to! Surgery date was 01/20/14.

Thanks for all the updates! Wow you all look amazing!! This is what I am looking forward to! Surgery date was 01/20/14.

Your gonna lov the new you!! Stay focused n prayers coming your way )