Hey all. I'm Melissa, and I was sleeved on November 13 2013. I started my journey weighing 340 lbs, got down to 290 my 2 week pre op, and today I weigh 227 lbs. I feel absolutely amazing. I never really notice the difference until I see pics but I'm now able to do so many things I felt I was missing out on. I run 3 miles a day, do kick boxing 6 days a week and start every morning off with my Protein shake and an insanity DVD. This is just the beginning of my journey, I am so anxious to see what's next.

Edited March 4, 201412 yr by Melissa Ayodele

Awesome job! Your fitness routine inspires me. It's obviously working wonders!

Am I right in what I'm seeing?! You've lost 113kgs in under 4 months?!!!!!

If it is.. H-o-l-y-c-o-w!

Yes, your calculations are right... I can't even believe it myself. I nearly fainted when my surgeon weighed me today. I never step on the scale, I don't want the numbers to over come me. I just stay focused an work hard. I went from a 24 to a 16. 3x to a lg. thank you so much

May I ask what your eating plan is like? Calories, carbs, sugars, protein, etc?

Would love to share. I don't do carbs, they hurt my belly. I eat mostly veggies and protein such as fish, turkey, and sometimes beef. I also make sure I get in two protein shakes a day. If I want something sweet I eat grapes or a banana and it satisfies my craving. I'm never really hungry i mostly eat because I know I have to get something into my body.

Great job. You look great. Keep up the good work

Thanks so much

Fantastic job, I don't have my date yet but I sure as heck hope to have the same success and determination as you, your a true inspiration sister.

Wow, you're incredible!

How soon after surgery did you start running 3 miles a day, doing kickboxing and insanity?

I'm STILL preop and feeling frustrated by the wait and uncertainty.

Keep up your great work. It's inspiring. Thank you for positing.

...but I'm now able to do so many things I felt I was missing out on. I run 3 miles a day, do kick boxing 6 days a week and start every morning off with my Protein shake and an insanity DVD. This is just the beginning of my journey, I am so anxious to see what's next.

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