3 year update

[loridee11 510]

It's been just over 3 years since I had my RNY (12/31/19). I am so glad I made the decision to do this. It's not easy and there are challenges, but I feel so much better in my own skin. Stats:

5'10; 44 years old

Starting Weight: 336
Surgery weight: 292
Lowest weight: 155
Current weight: 172

Wins in 2022: Last year I really wanted to focus on strength and stamina. I set a bucket list goal of climbing Kilimanjaro (I did it in June!) and spent the first half of the year getting in shape for that. That included regular hikes, but also yoga and strength training classes to build muscle and flexibility. I also did a lot of time on the treadmill at incline (I hate the treadmill - but it served it's purpose). In the second half of the year I wanted to keep growing strength, stamina and flexibility but in a way I enjoy so I started HIIT classes. They are a great workout, give me cardio and strength in one which is a huge win. I also still do yoga once a week and try to hike when I can. At the end of the year I am the strongest and healthiest I can ever recall being.

I also did a TON of traveling in 2022 which was great for my mental health. I got to see Equador, the Galapagos, Costa Rice, Tanzania, Zanzibar, Alaska, Victoria CA, Little Cayman, and other places in the US West. It's been amazing.

Goals for 2023: In addition to continuing to grow on my physical fitness gains from 2022, this year I need to work on my relationship with food. In general I eat much healthier than I did pre-surgery (I was a total carb addict and rarely ate Protein or vegetables), however I still struggle with emotional eating and moderation for trigger foods. I am very consciously NOT dieting. There will be times I eat Pasta or sweets but I don't want to eat because I'm bored or <insert any emotion here>. I also want to be aware of the scale, I really want to stay between my low weight and where I am now, but not ruled by it. I'm not sure exactly what this will look like, but will figure it it.

I also start a new job in a couple of weeks. I'm super excited about the role and the challenge it will present. It will mean a lot less time to travel, but I'm ready to take on something new. My goal (aside from doing well at the job) is to find a way to balance work and life in a more sustainable way that I have in the past.

I hope all of you have an amazing 2023 and good luck in your journey's!

Lori

[Spinoza 1,177]

Really great to hear from someone this far out. You've done amazingly well on your weight loss journey (never mind the travel!!!) so thank you for sharing. Inspiration for those of us coming behind you.

[toodlerue 432]

Congratulations on all your accomplishments!
Keeping the weight off can be tricky. We still have to deal with our food demons. I’m over 4 years out & I was just dreaming about one of my demons 👿

Thank you for sharing your thoughts. It is great to keep things in perspective & share them with others that will understand.

[cookiecutter 12]

Nice work - congrats

[Kris Poole 18]

Thanks for sharing this. I am coming up to my surgery on 2/14 Valentines day and I hope it will be a love affair to remember just like yours is. Still working on my fears but this was extremely encouraging to see. Thanks for sharing!

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[AmberFL 200]

Almost a year out, how are your goals going?! I am going to have my last appt next Thursday and I am starting to eat like crud, mostly because of the holidays but this post seriously helped with my mindset. I want to get back into HIIT workouts, running, things I did before I got this big.

This is so encouraging! I am dreaming of the day where I coach my kids sports teams and I am running with them. I am so hoping that I can obtain this goal by end of next year. My daughter is starting to have weight issues and its my fault. I am encouraging good food choices and exercise but she sees me so how is that a good example?

Way to go!