Finally in Onederland!! 🎉

[MariaC6 45]

Just an update. I’m almost 6 months post op (on Feb. 27th it will be 6 months) and I weighed in this morning at 177.2 so that’s a 51 pound weight loss since surgery and a total weight loss of 75 lbs since I started this journey in January of 2020.
I’m about 5’9 and my goal weight is 155ish. I say “ish” because it may be more or less....I’ve been working out since I was 6 weeks post op (Peloton bike) and at this point my goal is more fitness/strength/endurance so if I continue to increase muscle mass my goal weight might be higher. Regardless I’m very happy with my progress so far.

For those that are curious, I would say my weight loss since December has slowed immensely and I’m losing about 5lbs a month now. (Pre-op my BMI was just over 35)

[Rara 26]

Phenomenal job! I love your approach: slow and steady.

[MariaC6 45]

Officially 9 months post op and I weigh 169lbs at 5’8 1/2.

HW 252lbs (January 2020)
Pre-op diet starting weight (236lbs on August 14, 2020)
SW: 228 (August 27, 2020)
CW: 169
Goal Weight (158-163 range)

My BMI is currently 24.99 so I’ve finally crossed into what “they” call the normal range! Ha

I feel great.

I’ve had zero complications.

I have not had any alcohol since pre surgery and don’t plan on trying any until at least 1 year post op. (I’ve never been a big drinker but would enjoy the occasional margarita or glass of wine). My surgeon asks his patients to wait a year and I told him I would.

I do exercise at least 5 times a week incorporating cardio and strength (arms to try and tighten the loose skin- at age 44 things down bounce back like the used to). I’ve done this since I was 6 weeks post op.

I haven’t cut out any foods. I don’t tolerate spicy foods like I used too so I don’t eat a lot of those. I don’t eat a lot of Pasta or rice either - I’ll try a bite or put a small servings (think tablespoon) on my plate but I’m still focusing on Protein and still aim for 80 grams of protein a day and drink one Premier Protein shake on most days). Yes I eat carbs and will have mashed potatoes, cookie or piece of cake (everything in moderation right?)

Some days I get in 64-72 ounces of Water other days I’m lucky if I get 45.

For all of those in the fence (I was too), just know you can do it - it’s never too late to get yourself healthy.

[ShoppGirl 5,073]

Congratulations. Keep up the good work.

[Rara 26]

Congratulations and thanks for the recap of your road to success!

[AnnaTM 25]

Sounds like your weight loss is going fantastic. I would guess your "stall" is related to getting more fit. Getting more toned adds muscle weight in the short term but helps increase your metabolism. Keep up the good work!!!

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[TriciaC. 11]

Congratulations! I'm sure it feels so good.. I can't wait to experience Onederland as well since I am on the precipice at 203.4. I am 1 month out and 30 pounds lost. It's going quick but I am now on soft foods and expect a slow down. I kind of feel freaked out to be so close.

Are your clothes now getting too big? I can't wait for an excuse to go shopping, lol.

[HealthyLifeStyle 351]

Don't mean to sound stupid, but what does Onederland mean?

[TriciaC. 11]

7 minutes ago, HealthyLifeStyle said:

Don't mean to sound stupid, but what does Onederland mean?

Lol, not a stupid Q. Everyone I know asks the same Q. Onederland is when we reach the 100s. We can say we weigh ONE something;-).

[HealthyLifeStyle 351]

2 minutes ago, TriciaC. said:

Lol, not a stupid Q. Everyone I know asks the same Q. Onederland is when we reach the 100s. We can say we weigh ONE something;-).

Oh thank you. I feel so dumb when I ask what all these things mean. LOL

[MariaC6 45]

10 months post op and I’m fluctuating between 165-167. I’ve been exercising regularly and thankfully have toned a lot of my lose skin. I still have a lot on my upper thighs and stomach but I’m ok with that. At this point I want to lose about 5-7 more pounds - initially I thought more but I’m almost to where I want to be.

I’m so thankful for this surgery.

[tricialajr 2]

Congrats! You look great, btw. I also do Pilates for the loose skin issue as I lose weight. It seems to really help. m So nice to see what 10 mos. post op looks like. My Dr. told me that I probably won't be able to get skin surgery until a year post op. when he estimates that I will reach my goal. My arms are the worst but I really don't think I need to wait a year. Time will tell.

Take care...

[Dogmom68 135]

Congratulations!!!🎉