10 YEARS LATER!!!!

[Kat2013 95]

I was sleeved June of 2013….this is me ten years later!

[Arabesque 6,478]

Amazing & inspirational!

[Fred in Pa 231]

Congratulations!

You are truly an inspiration for the long-term success, and look fantastic!

Here’s to another 10 and to a long, prosperous and healthy life! Cheers!

[Fred in Pa 231]

Congratulations!

You are truly an inspiration for the long-term success, and look fantastic!

Here’s to another 10 and to a long, prosperous and healthy life! Cheers!

[summerseeker 1,848]

Congratulations on your spectacular success. Could you post on how you have kept at this weight for so long. Do you have to watch what you eat ? Do you still feel a restriction ? etc TIA

[Spinoza 1,177]

Yes I'd be really interested to hear about any ups and downs along the way. It's amazing to see someone who has done so well - thank you for sharing!

[Kat2013 95]

08/17/2023 07:05 AM, summerseeker said:

Congratulations on your spectacular success. Could you post on how you have kept at this weight for so long. Do you have to watch what you eat ? Do you still feel a restriction ? etc TIA

When my doctor told me to change my eating habits within that first year or 2 of major restriction, I took it seriously. I learned how to make better choices 80% of the time. Don’t get me wrong, I eat chips, dips, pizza, cake & all the other bad stuff. I even drink beer. However, I eat and drink in moderation and I do it occasionally. I stay away from sugary drinks and those extra calories that add up quickly—most of the time. I  do indulge occasionally. I also learned easy swaps when cooking to help reduce calories. For example, I cook with cooking spay, not oil. I use lean ground turkey meat, chicken breast, and other lean meats. I still wake and go with a Greek yogurt for Breakfast, and I will add Protein Powder in the mix & top with fresh fruit. I love eggs in so many combinations, and if I want eggs with bacon or cheese (or other high calorie toppings/sides, I’ll use egg whites instead of the whole egg. I do zucchini noodles instead of pasta…all these little things that have become habitual are what make a BIG difference in the long run. I literally changed my eating lifestyle.

The 2nd component was body composition. I started lifting weights. Heavy weights…for me. The heavy lifting helped me add muscle and lean out at the same time. I don’t do cardio…or, I hardly EVER do cardio. I hate it. My fitness is purely from heavy weightlifting. It became another aspect of my lifestyle. I have lifted 4-6 days a week…Consistently…Year round…Since I was sleeved & released for physical activity. If I’m on vacation, I’m on vacation. If there’s an emergency, there’s an emergency. However! Tired. Not tired. I go to the gym. I think of it as my job. Whether I want up go or not, I have to work.

And yes, I still have restriction 10 years out! But sliders are definitely still a thing, and if I stick to my Protein, veggies, and complex carbs, I don’t really crave or care to indulge in those sliders too often!

Bottom line. It’s a lifestyle change. Change your habits. Be consistent.

[ms.sss 14,670]

14 hours ago, Kat2013 said:

Bottom line. It’s a lifestyle change. Change your habits. Be consistent.

amen.

[The Greater Fool 1,952]

Congratulations Kat.

Good luck,

Tek

[qnz234 101]

We’re kinda twins! I’m july 2013! Congrats to us!

[Tomo 1,137]

Fantastic!