Hey everyone everyday is a Win..in the baratric world we know everyday we have to either get fluids in, eat enough protein etc, ...what is your win for today? My Win is being consistent on my bariatric journey and movement, I have made it a goal to move almost daily!

Edited August 5, 20242 yr by Mspretty86

8 minutes ago, BlondePatriotInCDA said:

"lot of people don't know that most diabetics of color have dark rings around the neck called acanthosis". White people also have this sign/symptom of insulin resistance. Mine disappeared along with my weight loss too! Although, I was prediabetic.

Wow awesome!!!

I won’t get into details but I survived my first really stressful week and still managed to maintain my fitness and stay on track with my food plan. I’m sure it was a bit easier without actual hunger but it was my first real test because I seriously wanted to turn to food like I would have in the past. I am so proud of myself.

Two Big Wins today. First I reached 50 pounds loss today but more importantly I reached a goal in my flex-ability. When I started Yoga I could barely reach past my knees if I’m being honest. The teacher suggested that I get some yoga blocks which are shaped like big wide bricks but made of foam. Well after a few tries of breathing deeper I was able to reach it just barely to touch my fingertips when it was up tall ways. I went from that to being able to do my flat hand on there to this morning where I can finally touch it with it turned down on its side the shorter way. Just with my fingertips and only after a few tries so I am a long ways from the floor still but considering it’s only been like a month I am pretty ecstatic to have improved that much. Now I need to add in something to work on my arm strength. Some of the poses take a lot more strength than I have to support my body weight.

Edited October 13, 20241 yr by ShoppGirl

Awesome love that! Everyone's wins are so motivating.

I finally got my mobile phone company to sort out my problem! But also, for two days in a row, I woke up feeling normal (7 days post-op) with no pain and ready to do things. (Like do battle with O2)

Edited October 14, 20241 yr by NeonRaven8919

Today I wore a pair of shorts (like soccer shorts) and they are a smaller size but the same design as the ones I was wearing when I started walking that would ride all the way up before I got to the end of the driveway. I honestly didn’t even think much about it at first because I’ve been wearing bike shorts for a while, but they didn’t ride up!! My legs still rub together a bit but not so much that my shorts won’t stay put. I hope this applies to all shorts.

I had my first gym session today and the personal trainer took me through a 40 minute set and I didn't die ?

Not sure what I will feel like tomorrow though and next session isn't until the end of next week as I will be away.

15 minutes ago, FifiLux said:

I had my first gym session today and the personal trainer took me through a 40 minute set and I didn't die ?

Not sure what I will feel like tomorrow though and next session isn't until the end of next week as I will be away.

That’s probably not a bad thing to have a bit of a break in between your first and second session. It feels pretty incredible when you’re done, doesn’t it? I started with walking and then I added yoga twice a week and today was my first cardio/ strength class. I thought I was in trouble when the teacher says so are you guys warmed up yet and I was already tired. Thankfully we didn’t do too much more cardio before we changed to the strength stuff. My legs are tired but I’m not limping or anything. It’s great when you find a workout that pushes you some but not so bad that you hurt yourself. I never thought I would ever enjoy exercise like I do now. I just feel so incredible when I am done. I love it.

Winter approaching and I am cleaning out my closet. Realizing I have no winter clothing that fit me properly. I also clean out a whole box of clothing that no longer fits.

I tried to look more throughly to see if I can find anything, but looks like the whole closet does not fit me anymore… over 10 years worth of clothing gone.

Well, time for some retail therapy. lol

I will have refrain myself from getting too much new clothes. I bought myself 3 sweaters from Quince and 2 pair of jeans from Gap about a month ago, they are fitting loose already.

18 minutes ago, newbegining2024 said:

Winter approaching and I am cleaning out my closet. Realizing I have no winter clothing that fit me properly. I also clean out a whole box of clothing that no longer fits.

I tried to look more throughly to see if I can find anything, but looks like the whole closet does not fit me anymore… over 10 years worth of clothing gone.

Well, time for some retail therapy. lol

I will have refrain myself from getting too much new clothes. I bought myself 3 sweaters from Quince and 2 pair of jeans from Gap about a month ago, they are fitting loose already.

This is definitely a major WIN! Love it! I am in the same boat! In Texas we have short winters I am looking forward to hurrying and buying new winter cloths to wear them while I can ???. I am like you I will try not to buy to many. Major Win nonetheless!

7 hours ago, newbegining2024 said:

Winter approaching and I am cleaning out my closet. Realizing I have no winter clothing that fit me properly. I also clean out a whole box of clothing that no longer fits.

I tried to look more throughly to see if I can find anything, but looks like the whole closet does not fit me anymore… over 10 years worth of clothing gone.

Well, time for some retail therapy. lol

I will have refrain myself from getting too much new clothes. I bought myself 3 sweaters from Quince and 2 pair of jeans from Gap about a month ago, they are fitting loose already.

That’s awesome!! Maybe you can take them to a consignment shop and get credit towards some new things.

Reporting my win for the week: Since surgery on 4/11/24 i have remained with steady weight loss about 2 to 2.5 pounds per week. I do not own a scale and went to my parents to visit this weekend and stepped on their scale im down another 13 pounds from last month. I think my walking about 5 miles daily also helps if not helping with weight management definitely helps with my mental health. I feel so good after working out! ?️‍♀️. Let's us all win for the future weeks ahead!

Edited October 19, 20241 yr by Mspretty86

My win today, 5 years after my surgery, I’m living great, great finances, healthy lifestyle

I was finally able to get in over 10k steps yesterday. I'm still two weeks post op so no strenuous activity or lifting so I have to walk to work instead of cycling. At first I was annoyed because I love cycling, but I think having to walk will kick-start the weight loss. I've lost 8.5kg (18.7lbs) in the two weeks since surgery and walking helps.

4 minutes ago, NeonRaven8919 said:

I was finally able to get in over 10k steps yesterday. I'm still two weeks post op so no strenuous activity or lifting so I have to walk to work instead of cycling. At first I was annoyed because I love cycling, but I think having to walk will kick-start the weight loss. I've lost 8.5kg (18.7lbs) in the two weeks since surgery and walking helps.

I am super proud of you x