today is my 11 month bandiversary and after weighing in at the gym this morning, i would no longer qualify for any surgery!! my bmi is 39.9 and my insurance would not pay for me if i needed it.

i still have a very long way to go, but i am just so pleased with my results. a year ago i couldnt have even imagined "only" weighing 270 pounds ...

for those of you that are considering lap band, let me tell you, this is the best decision i have made for myself - EVER.

it has been a hard 11 months. i have worked out on average 5.17 times a week. i love my cardio and strength training and cant imagine my life without that rush you do get when you work your @$$ off at the gym.

yeah for you!!!!

I also just hit the obese range...isn't it amazing how terrific obese sounds???Minus the morbidly bit before it?

As my sister said...anytime you can remove morbidly from your life...it's a great day!!!

I'm so impressed by you and wish you tons of continued success!

Rain

losingjustme,

Congratulations on your bandiversary! You have become a role model for me. I heed all your posts and I am in shock and awe over your pictures! Have a great week of celebrating. You are awesome! Don't forget to tell yourself that everyday!

shelli:girl_hug:

Losingjusme

Congrats to you on all the progress you have made. Everyday you give me hope that I can really do this. I love reading your posts and seeing your monthly pictures. Keep up the good work!

thanks guys. it hasnt been easy but SOOOOO worth it.

Wow, you are doing fantastic. Way to go!

Awesome! Congrats on no longer qualifying for surgery!

I know it has been said already and I am sure it will be said again but you are such an inspiration to us!! You look fantastic and I really admire your spirit and energy!

You have been very successful and I congratulate you on your successes!

I look forward to your continued successes and posting!