10 Months Post Op Update

[wonder woman 12 36]

Beautiful keep up the good work

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[LoseItKacy 347]

So I was really active on Bariatric Pal as a pre op and immediately following.

But now I'm 10 months out and I figured it was time for an update.

My HW: 257

Surgery Weight: 235

Current Weight: 155

Goal: 135-145

I hit the 100 pound loss mark at around 6 months and I've maintained it since. This has been a terrible long stall but I workout a lot and I think my body is really happy at 155 even though I would like to lose at least 10 more.

Since my surgery I've gone rock climbing. I went from a 27 minute mile to a 7:30. I am currently training for a half marathon on September 11th! Which is 15 days before my ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY OF MY SURGERY!!

So that is a HUGE goal that I want to accomplish. If I could lose the 10 pounds by then that would be cool to but I'm not going to go crazy over it.

I moved from Minnesota to Montana. I started a pre med program. I want to be a bariatric surgeon one day

I do have a restriction problem. A couple months ago they had to stretch the opening of my stomach a little bit because it was so small that food was getting painfully stuck. But I was told that I could have to have the procedure done a few times because scar tissue doesn't like to stretch. I can tell I'm due for it again because eating with a bra on hurts and I can feel food get backed up after a few bites.

I'm extremely happy with my choice and my new life. My skin is doing amazing. I won't need skin surgery. I've lost over a foot and a half around my waist. 18 inches from around my hips, 10 from around each thigh, and went from bra size 42DDD to a 34B or C.

I was a 3x in tops, 24 in pants.

I am now a small on top and 3/4 in pants. It's pretty crazy how different my life is in just 9 months.

Best decision I've ever made. I hope everyone else is doing well! I've missed you all!!! ImageUploadedByBariatricPal1469148740.293429.jpg ImageUploadedByBariatricPal1469148761.540978.jpg ImageUploadedByBariatricPal1469148775.826542.jpg ImageUploadedByBariatricPal1469148787.762563.jpg ImageUploadedByBariatricPal1469148824.233068.jpg ImageUploadedByBariatricPal1469148848.019684.jpg ImageUploadedByBariatricPal1469148871.908491.jpg ImageUploadedByBariatricPal1469148894.109364.jpg ImageUploadedByBariatricPal1469148968.743335.jpg ImageUploadedByBariatricPal1469149006.206824.jpg ImageUploadedByBariatricPal1469149135.127738.jpg ImageUploadedByBariatricPal1469149182.216192.jpg ImageUploadedByBariatricPal1469149227.756339.jpg ImageUploadedByBariatricPal1469149254.242161.jpg ImageUploadedByBariatricPal1469149368.877925.jpg

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Girl you look amazing whats your excersize like did you do any weight lifting or just cardio?

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Thank you thank you thank you!!!

I do everything. I love weight lifting. I run. I swim. I love yoga. The stair stepper and I have the greatest love/hate relationship ever.

I haven't lifted weights as much as I use to just because I've been working really hard on these half marathons.

When I first started working out I HATED cardio. But now I love it. When I work out I usually start with 10-15 minutes of intense cardio and then I lift for awhile. And then I end with more cardio, usually the stair stepper.

Fitness is a hug part of my life now and I really enjoy it. It's a lot more fun when you can push yourself to do things you never thought you were capable of!

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[Inner Surfer Girl 12,015]

Congratulations! You look great and, most importantly, happy.

I think it is so great that you want to become a bariatric surgeon. I am really looking forward to a time when we don't assume they are all men. (Although I love my surgeon and he happens to be a guy.)

Best of luck with school. It will be so much easier to focus on your education now that you are healthier.

[gerbrared 7]

Wow you look fantastic keep up the great work

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[LoseItKacy 347]

you look fine as is - I don't think you need to lose any more weight (unless you want a cushion in case you have some bounce back later). Don't forget that your bones might be dense from having to hold up 257 lbs in the past. In that case, you're probably going to look like you weigh a bit less than you do. You could always have your fat percentage checked - that's a more reliable indicator than a regular scale or a BMI chart. I'm betting it's completely normal. You look great!

I did have a fat % check at my 6 month post op. They said I was pretty much allowed to get to 130 but they would rather me not get lower than 135. I'm 5'6 so I'm not super tall. I'm trying to find the sheet they gave me with my fat %. It was on the higher end of normal which is why I want to lose 10 more. I think it will give me a bit of a cushion and with as much as I run I think 10 pounds might make it a little easier. They said I technically don't have to lose more because I'm athletic and have a normal BMI but I just think I will feel better if I shed a little more. At least under 150, I'm not too worried about the number tho. I've been going off what feels good.

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Im at 26% body fat… As an athlete I want to be around 21%

[catwoman7 10,970]

you look fine as is - I don't think you need to lose any more weight (unless you want a cushion in case you have some bounce back later). Don't forget that your bones might be dense from having to hold up 257 lbs in the past. In that case, you're probably going to look like you weigh a bit less than you do. You could always have your fat percentage checked - that's a more reliable indicator than a regular scale or a BMI chart. I'm betting it's completely normal. You look great!

I did have a fat % check at my 6 month post op. They said I was pretty much allowed to get to 130 but they would rather me not get lower than 135. I'm 5'6 so I'm not super tall. I'm trying to find the sheet they gave me with my fat %. It was on the higher end of normal which is why I want to lose 10 more. I think it will give me a bit of a cushion and with as much as I run I think 10 pounds might make it a little easier. They said I technically don't have to lose more because I'm athletic and have a normal BMI but I just think I will feel better if I shed a little more. At least under 150, I'm not too worried about the number tho. I've been going off what feels good.

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Im at 26% body fat… As an athlete I want to be around 21%

Fabulous! I think I read 15-30% is normal for women, so you're completely normal!! I knew it!!

[4u2nvyme 96]

Thats soooo awesome. Congrats you look great.

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[The Candidate 3,215]

You look incredible! Congrats on your success!

[Dawnie Doo 184]

@@LoseItKacy OMG congrats to you!!! You're an inspiration...I'm actually tearing up! My surgery is on 8/08/16. I'm 5'6", 281 lbs. You're skin looks great! I doubt mine will bounce back the same because I'm a lil older Haha but still! Awesome!!!! You're doing great...you were beautiful before and beautiful after. I'm glad you feel good, that helps me calm the nerves Lol Again, thanks for the pics and inspiration! God bless you!

Dawnie_doo

Edited July 23, 2016 by Dawnie Doo

[Shi-Shi80 73]

Wow!! Congratulations! You look amazing!! Good luck with med school. I'm sure you're going to be an awesome bariatric surgeon!!

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[Alex Brecher 10,498]

@LoseItKaty,

Thanks for your update and a huge congratulations for your success! Wow…it’s not just about the numbers for you! You’re moving forward in your life and career. Good luck with that half marathon and with your pre-med program!

[Karen Kenney 61]

You look amazing, great job! I think you are good at this weight I am 5'6" my goal is 160, maybe 155 (my high school weight) I am looking forward to running!

[emme.vee 142]

you look fine as is - I don't think you need to lose any more weight (unless you want a cushion in case you have some bounce back later). Don't forget that your bones might be dense from having to hold up 257 lbs in the past. In that case, you're probably going to look like you weigh a bit less than you do. You could always have your fat percentage checked - that's a more reliable indicator than a regular scale or a BMI chart. I'm betting it's completely normal. You look great!

I did have a fat % check at my 6 month post op. They said I was pretty much allowed to get to 130 but they would rather me not get lower than 135. I'm 5'6 so I'm not super tall. I'm trying to find the sheet they gave me with my fat %. It was on the higher end of normal which is why I want to lose 10 more. I think it will give me a bit of a cushion and with as much as I run I think 10 pounds might make it a little easier. They said I technically don't have to lose more because I'm athletic and have a normal BMI but I just think I will feel better if I shed a little more. At least under 150, I'm not too worried about the number tho. I've been going off what feels good.

Also tho, you've been working out a lot since your six months so your fat percentage probably dropped tremendously in that time frame. You likely have a lot more muscle now than you did then.

You look freaking amazing!!! Great job maintaining and keeping yourself looking great. I hope I get awesome results like you. Keep up the good work.

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[emme.vee 142]

@@LoseItKacy OMG congrats to you!!! You're an inspiration...I'm actually tearing up! My surgery is on 8/08/16. I'm 5'6", 281 lbs. You're skin looks great! I doubt mine will bounce back the same because I'm a lil older Haha but still! Awesome!!!! You're doing great...you were beautiful before and beautiful after. I'm glad you feel good, that helps me calm the nerves Lol Again, thanks for the pics and inspiration! God bless you!

Dawnie_doo

Haha me too! I know I will have lose skin too. I'm 41. Will be 42 by the time I get surgery.

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[Dawnie Doo 184]

@@LoseItKacy OMG congrats to you!!! You're an inspiration...I'm actually tearing up! My surgery is on 8/08/16. I'm 5'6", 281 lbs. You're skin looks great! I doubt mine will bounce back the same because I'm a lil older Haha but still! Awesome!!!! You're doing great...you were beautiful before and beautiful after. I'm glad you feel good, that helps me calm the nerves Lol Again, thanks for the pics and inspiration! God bless you!

Dawnie_doo

Haha me too! I know I will have lose skin too. I'm 41. Will be 42 by the time I get surgery.

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Lol yassss I'll be 42 the month after surgery

Dawnie_doo