Looking for successful partner to help me through this!

[AWAS1999 10]

Hi there!

I'm looking for someone to help me through this journey! We are new to our area where we live and I'm far from friends and family. So I'm looking for someone that is willing to stay in contact through this journey with me and give me advice / help! I have lots of questions and there are lots of forums here but searching them is time consuming and I don't always have that time. I'd love to have someone who has reached their goal and more so someone who was close to my size when they began. (350lbs) I know my journey is going to be longer than a lot of people and I'd like someone who has been there! If you have the time let me know!

Thanks!

[trish151 33]

I am two years post op but revision from gastric banding to sleeve. I started at 265. I'm 5'1" and I've lost down to 147, size 4/6. I live in Longview, TX. I'm not sure what your questions are and I didn't start out in the exact same place as you but shoot away if you have questions. I can try to give you my best point of view.

[is it just me 80]

I'm 8 months out... Started weight was 310lbs 5'10.... Today I'm down 100lbs.......... I'm willing to answer anything you need........ I wasn't one that did crazy workouts.. But I watched what I ate but I always allowed myself I lil cheat here and there..... So this journey hasn't been hard...

[AWAS1999 10]

I'm 8 months out... Started weight was 310lbs 5'10.... Today I'm down 100lbs.......... I'm willing to answer anything you need........ I wasn't one that did crazy workouts.. But I watched what I ate but I always allowed myself I lil cheat here and there..... So this journey hasn't been hard...

Thank you so much! I'm hoping I will do fine. I think if I can just get past the 4 week liquid stage after surgery I'll be okay. Do you have any tips for different drinks to get the Protein in. I've been on a 2 week liquid diet beforehand and to be honest I'm already sick of it...really sick of it. I think I just need some different things. Sad thing is that I'm a somewhat picky eater so it makes it challenging. So if you have any tips I'm all ears!

[livvsmum 2,368]

I'm also willing to help and answer any questions you may have. Even just check in with you and see how things are going. I'm 10 months post op and have lost 130 pounds. 278 to 148 and a size 4/6. You can check out my blog (in my siggy) for more info if you like. Feel free to message me :-) Best of luck to you!

[trish151 33]

The only Protein I can even stomach anymore is the Isopure. It is expensive but I found a local health food store willing to order it by the case for me so I can get 12 bottles for $40. At first I was freaked out by the price so I didn't get them but I became severely Protein deficient because I was only getting in about 40 grams of protein a day. I started having problems with my soft tissue in my feet and I felt lousy and tired all of the time. The Isopure is the best thing I have found. I had some thyroid issues and they kept changing my meds and I started gaining weight despite working out every day. I went to see my surgeon and they fussed me for not getting enough protein. That was the kicker. I drink 2 of the isopure drinks a day, have a coffee in the morning and then have two small meals. I never get hungry anymore and the weight is going down again. Again, I was freaked out about the price but on the other hand I used to spend more than $3.33 on a meal so I guess I can sure pay for something I need to help me.