8 years out and keeping it off |399 - 168

[bariatricbutterfly 113]

It’s been a while since I’ve posted on this app. I just want to say to everyone post wls, you are successful. Take this journey and make it your own. Be selfish. Put yourself and your health first. Hold yourself accountable and trust the process. Surgery doesn’t make the emotional eating goes away. It doesn’t make it bad to eat those things that aren’t healthy. I fell into that trap of thinking I was exempt and could slide by. But I got myself together and I began to focus on healthy living.

I hope this picture inspires you to go forth and become a more healthier you. Take advantage of this new lease on life. Envision how you want your journey to be and make it happen.

HW: 399

SW: 385

CW: 168

[Sosewsue61 3,185]

Wow! Thanks for posting!

[James Marusek 5,244]

Congratulations.

[Amburmist 55]

Hi@bariatricbutterfly! Very motivating post, thank you! Would u mind if i picked ur brain for just a few questions? Such as:

--Did u lose the majority of ur weight within the firsr 12-18 months?
--Assuming u did, thinking back to that time, what was ur exercise regimen? Like did u exercise 1 hr, 5 days/week...or ?
--What was ur diet like? Specifics like max # of cals/day u allowed urself, and max # of carbs/day, etc?
--Ur body looks great, not a lot (if any at all!) loose or excess skin. What types of exercises did u do, or was it removed by cosmetic surgery afterward?
--After 8 years of keeping the weight off, what are ur max # cals/day now, what is ur exercise regimen now? Do u find it harder to maintain or harder at first trying to get it all off?

I just love picking the brains of success stories to try and glean best practices, good and new ideas, etc, from those like u who have been where I am (2 months postop) and have made it - so thanks in advance for responding with some details of ur journey.

And Congratulations for the long term success!

[BigTex 62]

YOU BETTER work!! Okay![emoji170]

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[TashMash25 15]

Phenomenal! You look amazing!! Thank you for sharing your story and particularly your wise words!
I'm currently on day 6 post op. I'm looking forward to losing the weight, becoming fit and healthy and embracing the new lease of a vibrant life[emoji4]

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[bariatricbutterfly 113]

Hi[mention=295307]bariatricbutterfly[/mention]! Very motivating post, thank you! Would u mind if i picked ur brain for just a few questions? Such as:

--Did u lose the majority of ur weight within the firsr 12-18 months? Yes. Within the first 18 months I lost 160lbs.

--Assuming u did, thinking back to that time, what was ur exercise regimen? Like did u exercise 1 hr, 5 days/week...or ? I really didn’t exercise the first few years post op. The past two years if when I really began focusing on lifestyle changes and working out on a set schedule.

--What was ur diet like? Specifics like max # of cals/day u allowed urself, and max # of carbs/day, etc? I consume about 1500 calories a day. I eat carbs, fats and Proteins. I have two free meals a week. I must follow a plan or I’m all off track.

--Ur body looks great, not a lot (if any at all!) loose or excess skin. What types of exercises did u do, or was it removed by cosmetic surgery afterward? I do cardio 4x a week. Weights 5x a week. I lift heavy and do a ton of plyometrics. I had skin removed from my arms, breast lift with no implant and a Tummy Tuck. After loosing over 200 lbs my skin was just flapping everywhere. Those surgeries occurred over two - three years ago. I refuse to have thigh surgery. Nope.

--After 8 years of keeping the weight off, what are ur max # cals/day now, what is ur exercise regimen now? Do u find it harder to maintain or harder at first trying to get it all off? As long as I exercise and don’t over indulge, maintenance is a breeze.

I just love picking the brains of success stories to try and glean best practices, good and new ideas, etc, from those like u who have been where I am (2 months postop) and have made it - so thanks in advance for responding with some details of ur journey.

And Congratulations for the long term success!

Any answers you need ping me anytime [emoji847]

[Tanyatata 28]

I was hoping you would share the answers [emoji16]

[dreamingsmall 1,125]

So was I.

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[darima77 56]

Please share! You look like a billion bucks and I need to get rich too! I am almost 2 years post op. I've lost 105 lbs and it's been just that for the past year. I need help and more motivation. I still have a goal. I want to loose at least 70 more pounds.

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[Amburmist 55]

Any answers you need ping me anytime [emoji847]

@bariatricbutterfly
Thanks so much for ur responses!
Was ur followup surgery to remove the excess skin very painful?
Did ur insurance cover it?
Why not the thighs? Too dangerous?

[jess9395 5,450]

Her answers are in the highlighted part in the above post right after each question. I missed them the first time I read through also

[bariatricbutterfly 113]

[mention=295307]bariatricbutterfly[/mention]
Thanks so much for ur responses!
Was ur followup surgery to remove the excess skin very painful?
Did ur insurance cover it?
Why not the thighs? Too dangerous?

Follow up surgery was a breeze. Unfortunately insurance did not cover. It was all out of pocket. As far as thighs go, I have no desire for the scar that comes along with it. Plus I have a tendency to keloid and don’t want to take that risk.

[336Mike 554]

You slayed it!! Very inspirational. Thank you!

VSG 10/11/17 HW = 360 SW = 292 CW = 254 GW = 220 (6'5")

[bariatricbutterfly 113]

I was hoping you would share the answers [emoji16]

The answers are in the quoted part above.