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Im scheduled to have my Sleeve done on 23rd July, I'm now worried that

a) am I not heavy enough at 295 to have this done, as the majority of videos are from guys bigger than me

B) will I be able to return to play soccer and have enough energy to do so

I was all set, my mind was made up but in last 24 hours I have been second guessing myself, is this normal?

Thanks in advance

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I am 5'9" weighted 277 and now 200 and I have much more energy am more active than prior to my surgery March 2 2015... My only regret is not doing this sooner... Good luck on your journey

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I was 260 pounds prior to my RNY gastric bypass surgery. I am 5 foot 7 inches tall. At this point I am 2 years post-op and down to 148 pounds. So I don't think you are too thin for weight loss surgery. But since you have a different medical system in the U.K., it might cause you problems with financial coverage. I don't think it will negatively affect your ability to play soccer. It might actually make you better able to play, by improving your stamina levels.

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I was basically the same weight on surgery day, 4/1/14. I'm 168 lbs today, my energy levels and general ability to do stuff still amazes me.

Best. Decision. Ever.

Good luck!

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thanks for the replies, its heartwarming to hear your stories

Im feeling better about it, now just to try and stop the sagging skin, but I guess swimming or something will help that

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I'm also 5 foot 11. I weighed about 291 when I started dieting before surgery. My surgery weight was 245. I had some low energy after surgery but feel pretty good now. (Almost 3 weeks post op)

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At 11 weeks post op, my body is healing nicely and I am already able to do many things I could not before, including walking. I swim much better, faster, easier. I don't know how old you are, but clearly if you are like others, this will save your life...and make your years more fulfilling. For me diabetes, high blood pressure, high blood fats, edema were going to kill me young....now all gone, all better... you will not regret this.

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I'm 5'10", 300lbs, 54 years old. Type I I diabetes, high bp, high cholesterol, severe sleep apnea, loosing flexibility and scheduled for August 13th for VSG. I started second guessing myself but reminded myself that I did the research and weighed the benefits and risks and made my decision based on facts. Decision made so now it's time to focus on the job at hand. Keep looking forward!

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You are very smart to get this done so young. I am 64, wish I had done it a decade ago.

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Did it at 51, I was active but saw the warning signs that in less than a decade I'd be hit with all sorts of negative stuff from the weight. I prepped and did it. In the 220's after starting off 2014 at 305. Everything is better. No regrets.

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Bigbobo,

I had second thoughts before the surgery but the results are WELL worth it.

I am 6'1" and weighed 293 when I started my journey in October 2014. Weighed 265 on surgery day 12-15. This morning weighed 182.6. No more diabetes, no more HBP, cholesterol, or other prescription meds. 58 years old should have done the surg years ago.

If you are mentally ready, you will be fine. Good luck!

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Did it at 51, I was active but saw the warning signs that in less than a decade I'd be hit with all sorts of negative stuff from the weight. I prepped and did it. In the 220's after starting off 2014 at 305. Everything is better. No regrets.

You are doing great. I'm also 5'10" and was hoping to average about 10 lbs per month which looks like you have achieved. One month to go till I get my sleeve!

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At 11 weeks post op, my body is healing nicely and I am already able to do many things I could not before, including walking. I swim much better, faster, easier. I don't know how old you are, but clearly if you are like others, this will save your life...and make your years more fulfilling. For me diabetes, high blood pressure, high blood fats, edema were going to kill me young....now all gone, all better... you will not regret this.

I'm 38

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i am having my sleeve surgery on july 20th at spire hospital, leicester uk, i am 55 yrs old 5ft 9 tall and 350lbs, i have cashed some of my pension money to pay for this, otherwise i may not be around to collect it when its time, after reading every ones blogs i really cant wait to get it done! i am so exited about the future now. so no second guessing, no regrets, keep looking forward. best wishes to you all you put me on a positive path.thank you!!

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Good on you, paulc! You will thrive with this surgery. You will never regret it.

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