Creating a new thread because the other one has gotten really long.

So, here are my before and currents to keep the topic moving.

Current as of last week:

Huge CONGRATS to all of you!!!! You are ALL killing it. @Matt Z thank you for posting this today. I just had my second post op with my surgeon. NP said I am clear of restrictions at this point and I can start working out, just have to take it slow. Viewing this thread has lit a fire under my A$$ like you wouldn't believe. Thank you ALL for your accomplishments and your motivation!!!!!!

39 minutes ago, Matt Z said:

104 lbs difference between the 2 sets
138 lbs dropped total for both WLS's
78 lbs dropped since March 2nd 2018

I've had setbacks that lasted years. I've had times where I felt like a failure. I've have times where I'd given up. But I didn't accept any of that BS.

It's not how we fall, it's how we get back that matters.
Even if you've given up right now... unless you are dead, you can still get up, dust off and get back on track.

You are an inspiration, truly amazing work you put in..

but I feel like a bad person because all I can focus on are the xx's taped to your chest. I think I need retraining of some sort lol

CONGRATS!!

On 8/17/2018 at 9:20 PM, BlueCrush said:

AMAZING

Highest weight to lowest

(now 160)

Edited August 21, 20187 yr by GreenTealael

53 minutes ago, GreenTealael said:

I can focus on are the xx's taped to your chest

Taped?

On 08/20/2018 at 20:10, Matt Z said:

104 lbs difference between the 2 sets

138 lbs dropped total for both WLS's

78 lbs dropped since March 2nd 2018



I've had setbacks that lasted years. I've had times where I felt like a failure. I've have times where I'd given up. But I didn't accept any of that BS.



It's not how we fall, it's how we get back that matters.

Even if you've given up right now... unless you are dead, you can still get up, dust off and get back on track.

You are crushing it, dude!

Congrat's to you @GreenTealael , BTW. You done such a great job in such a short amount of time and you look amazing!!! Awesome Job!!!!!!!

On 08/20/2018 at 21:11, GreenTealael said:

Highest weight to lowest

(now 160)

Wow! What difference! Congrats!!!

9 minutes ago, J San said:

Taped?

Oooooh tattooed! I was trying to look everywhere else, I felt so guilty, I didn't recognize the obvious...

Edited August 21, 20187 yr by GreenTealael

8 minutes ago, J San said:

Congrat's to you @GreenTealael , BTW. You done such a great job in such a short amount of time and you look amazing!!! Awesome Job!!!!!!!

Thanks!

8 minutes ago, insta_adventurer said:

50 minutes ago, GreenTealael said:

Highest weight to lowest

(now 160)

Wow! What difference! Congrats!!!

Thanks!

Can't say 100% but seems that way to me. What's wrong with looking at moobs? I love looking at mine..................

14 minutes ago, J San said:

Can't say 100% but seems that way to me. What's wrong with looking at moobs? I love looking at mine..................

It just seems , wrong ... But I had to say something... Confess

8 hours ago, GreenTealael said:

You are an inspiration, truly amazing work you put in..

but I feel like a bad person because all I can focus on are the xx's taped to your chest. I think I need retraining of some sort lol

CONGRATS!!

That's not tape. Those are tattoos. And it's like a car crash or a train wreck... it's just tough to look away.

Long story short, I **HATED** my nipples, so I crossed them off.

Edited August 21, 20187 yr by Matt Z

On 11/04/2014 at 6:47 PM, Flutterby said:

I haven't posted in several months but I wanted to post an update to my Gastric Sleeve story.

My surgery was July 12, 2013. I am 5'8" tall and at that time I weighed 296 lbs., and wore a size 3X or 22-24 women's.

Today, April 12, 2014, is 9 months from my surgery and I've lost 76 lbs. At 220 lbs., I fit in size 1X or 16 women's.

I would like to lose between 40 and 60 lbs. more by September of this year. My ultimate goal would be 147 lbs - a size 10. However, I will feel totally successful and satisfied to get to 170 lbs - a size 12.

I lost nearly every bit of my weight the first four months after surgery and have been at 220 lbs. since then.

I am enjoying this new weight and all that it has done for me.

I no longer have to use a CPAP for obstructive sleep apnea. I have no more heel or foot pain, very little knee pain, almost no more back pain. I have no more acid reflux. Even more good news is that I like looking in the mirror again. I can shop in normal size clothing stores. I am not embarrassed when I go out with my family and friends. I get very encouraging comments from people who have watched me go through this process.

I do sometimes get frustrated that I'm not losing any more weight currently, however, I am most often optimistic that I will continue to both enjoy my current good health as well as moving forward to meet my weight loss goals. Slowly but surely.

I can eat nearly anything - in small amounts. I have to be careful with milk (makes my tummy hurt), so I use unsweetened almond/coconut milk for my Protein or fruit smoothies if I need the extra boost. I avoid most sugary foods (thank goodness I wasn't really all that much of a fan of sugary foods before). I also still have to work to make sure I get the Protein I need each day and have to consciously monitor my Water intake. I make my meals of high quality protein, fresh vegetables either raw or steamed or baked, and if I have any room, I'll eat some carbohydrates like whole wheat bread/grain, brown rice, potatoes, corn, Beans, peas, etc. I allow myself a small piece of chocolate once in a while. I can have a cocktail every other month or so when my hubby and I go out to eat.

I exercise sporadically and I know I need to work on this area. I walk and I use an elliptical machine up to 3 times a week.

I have the opportunity to encourage others in my life who are contemplating weight loss surgery and I never mind sharing my story.

I certainly feel super glad that I have this lifelong tool to help me work on my health and fitness!!!

You look great!

How are you doing now, has the weight loss lowed down for you?