January Sleevers ❄️

[mduffield 252]

Skin is my priority as well! I'm happy at my current weight. I'm working out 3-4x a week for 40min. My only problem areas are my upper thighs and abdomen. My arms are already tightening Up and I think they will be fine.

Hubby just booked us a tropical vaca in March! I'm so excited but have three months to work hard! First vaca since surgery ????

[Aprilhoffman78 78]

I did okay.. I tried ham and wither i ate it too fast and pooped the pants :/ so had to leave early. I have finally started to stall at 111.. good thing.. On a good note I am getting boobs on 12/6 )) Great job everyone and as always thank you for the support!!

[Zzzombrie 86]

Skin is my priority as well! I'm happy at my current weight. I'm working out 3-4x a week for 40min. My only problem areas are my upper thighs and abdomen. My arms are already tightening Up and I think they will be fine.

Hubby just booked us a tropical vaca in March! I'm so excited but have three months to work hard! First vaca since surgery ????

I def notice all my flaws. I'm sure you already look fabulous! Tummy isn't too bad but I do still feel flabby. I feel like my body is showing 10 years older than I am. At least I can cover up with winter. Also enjoying beanies as my new growth gets longer. Haven't cut my hair yet but I'm thinking about it. My hair is curly so new hair is going every which way under my long hair. Vacations are a blessing!

[Zzzombrie 86]

I did okay.. I tried ham and wither i ate it too fast and pooped the pants :/ so had to leave early. I have finally started to stall at 111.. good thing.. On a good note I am getting boobs on 12/6 )) Great job everyone and as always thank you for the support!!

Sorry to hear of your intestinal difficulties. You think it was dumping syndrome? I thought vsg was safe from that.

[Aprilhoffman78 78]

I'm not sure if it's my gallbladder removal or dumping.. I've learned oil, butter, or anything a bit greasy like ham or if I eat too fast, it's a bathroom rush.

[Aprilhoffman78 78]

Yes @ zzzombrie I too feel my face and body has aged. My husband thinks I have body dismorphia or image issues since the weightloss lol

[mduffield 252]

Yes @ zzzombrie I too feel my face and body has aged. My husband thinks I have body dismorphia or image issues since the weightloss lol

Weight loss can't change the negative view we've all had of ourselves for YEARS. It's a constant battle to keep perspective. I've always been the "bigger girl" so it's very strange to be the same size or smaller than everyone else. I still see myself bigger than I am. I see every wrinkle and area of loose skin. I am SO down on myself! Hubby gets on my case, which I need! Lol

[Aprilhoffman78 78]

I completely feel ya @mduffield. It's so strange..I even miss aspects of my old body..no one understands unless they've gone through it. I miss my chubby face really bad I'm noticing friends act differently to me, I am me big or small..never knew how many people really paid attention to my previous body that they are now coping with my weight loss..sooo weird.

And have so many opinions. .

[Zzzombrie 86]

I completely feel ya @mduffield. It's so strange..I even miss aspects of my old body..no one understands unless they've gone through it. I miss my chubby face really bad I'm noticing friends act differently to me, I am me big or small..never knew how many people really paid attention to my previous body that they are now coping with my weight loss..sooo weird.

And have so many opinions. .

I have found that if they have an opinion about your weight loss that is not positive, then their initial motivation to becoming your friend was also not positive. They probably see you as competition now, whereas before you were a comfort zone. IDK. I haven't encountered negativity yet, mostly "I wish I could..." which mildly shows envy but they are also happy for me.

[Eurogirl10 33]

@@Veronica Page I am stuck right now too. Gained 5 lbs...falling into old habits. Not working out at all. I haven't been for so many months. I'm a bit upset too because I'm eating too much and too often. I am starting to feel hunger again too and that scares me. Are you running into this too? I see how much others have lost and I'm so happy for them, but disappointed with my situation. I'm wondering if a personal trainer will help me get me motivated again and get me back on track. I haven't given up, just lost my mojo a bit.

[Veronica Page 488]

I'm having some major issues. I was doing sooo great then in November my son was sick most of it and I had to take off work and not go to the gym and I got super depressed and still in a way am. I'm incredibly upset I'm not anywhere near goal and of course ppl still are calling me really fat which is not helping at all. I have basically given up. I don't care anymore.

[Zzzombrie 86]

I made goal weight awhile ago.. Problem is I cant stop losing.. anyone hear of this or dealing with this? I'm starting to really really not like the way I look.. especially my face.

I'm having some major issues. I was doing sooo great then in November my son was sick most of it and I had to take off work and not go to the gym and I got super depressed and still in a way am. I'm incredibly upset I'm not anywhere near goal and of course ppl still are calling me really fat which is not helping at all. I have basically given up. I don't care anymore.

Whoa! You've been having it rough chica, but you've still come so far and you should always remember that. Did you take progress pics or keep a record of your stats? Maybe you should carry them around with you to remind yourself, and whatever a-hole who is still fat-shaming you, that you are amazing and have conquered much this year. Even if you aren't at goal yet, even if you stall, even if you get temporarily distracted, you will get there and you always have us as your cheerleaders.

I hate shaming of any kind and will defend the honor of anyone regardless of how strong or resilient I think they are because shame can make mince meat of us all if we're not careful. Do not stand for it even if you have to be a little harsh because they might not realize what they are doing and the harm they cause based in the darkness of their own insecurities.

[mduffield 252]

I'm having some major issues. I was doing sooo great then in November my son was sick most of it and I had to take off work and not go to the gym and I got super depressed and still in a way am. I'm incredibly upset I'm not anywhere near goal and of course ppl still are calling me really fat which is not helping at all. I have basically given up. I don't care anymore.

If you posted hoping we'd support a "giving up attitude." WRONG PLACE!

Don't you dare let other people define you or allow their comments to change YOUR path in life.

Did they have surgery? Starve for months, have a large amount of weight loss on their own?

YOU have come far! YOU have successfully lost many pounds. Who cares, if you're not at goal? We all have our own journey. In fact the slower it comes off, the easier it STAYS OFF & your skin recovers.

Is that enough Pep talk? We are all cheering for you! Give yourself the best Christmas present ever - accept and LOVE your journey and BODY. Surgery, people, Drs... They can't make that choice or fix that. YOU HAVE TO.

Ok, I'm done now... ???? You're beautiful, pick that lovely self off the floor and keep fighting. Xx

[Veronica Page 488]

I'm trying I signed up with my trainer today and bough some meal prep containers and completely threw out every single piece of junk food in my house. plus I gave my debit card to my husband and said if I'm not with you then I don't need it cause a drive thru is very tempting. i need to just get motivated. If I could lose this weight I gained and breath a little I would be ok. So I guess the new year it what I need to get back in track.

[mduffield 252]

I'm trying I signed up with my trainer today and bough some meal prep containers and completely threw out every single piece of junk food in my house. plus I gave my debit card to my husband and said if I'm not with you then I don't need it cause a drive thru is very tempting. i need to just get motivated. If I could lose this weight I gained and breath a little I would be ok. So I guess the new year it what I need to get back in track.

Great to hear!! You got this. One day at a time...