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

33 minutes ago, ms.sss said:

omg omg so i totally did a scorpion handstand in yoga class this morning!! it was only for like 3 or 4 seconds, but still! (also i fell out of it on my side and kinda bruised a hip, but its all good)

i wish i had a picture of it, but no cameras allowed during class...lol, so you'll have to take my word for it.

in case you are unfamiliar, this is a scorpion handstand: (yay, me!)

That’s insane. Good for you!!

23 hours ago, ShoppGirl said:

Went to my follow up with my family NP and with the nurses guidance I did my B-12 shot!! I was so nervous that my hand was shaking and it took a while to get it all injected but I did it. This was a huge deal for me because I can’t even look when someone else gives me a shot.

Hurray! Well done on injecting yourself. I know you definitely wasn’t sure about it so it’s a definite accomplishment ?

This weeks Win is Movement. I haven't stopped moving since surgery in April. Houston Texas Skyline. Yes I am the crazy lady working out at 4am. ?️‍♀️ ?‍♀️ ??????. Stay Motivated!

22 hours ago, Mspretty86 said:

This weeks Win is Movement. I haven't stopped moving since surgery in April. Houston Texas Skyline. Yes I am the crazy lady working out at 4am. ?️‍♀️ ?‍♀️ ??????. Stay Motivated!

Well done to you on the motivation it must take.

If you are up and out at 4am, what time are you going to bed?

I am not the best sleeper so most mornings wake at 4/4.30am but I have never considered getting up and active.

1 hour ago, FifiLux said:

Well done to you on the motivation it must take.

If you are up and out at 4am, what time are you going to bed?

I am not the best sleeper so most mornings wake at 4/4.30am but I have never considered getting up and active.

When I had my sleeve I got up and got on the treadmill every morning and noticed that I actually slept better at night. I think we mentally wear ourselves out but if we don’t physically as well, we don’t sleep as well. I need to get back to that as soon as I’m cleared.

2 hours ago, FifiLux said:

Well done to you on the motivation it must take.

If you are up and out at 4am, what time are you going to bed?

I am not the best sleeper so most mornings wake at 4/4.30am but I have never considered getting up and active.

Thanks...I retire around 8pm and put all electronics away I also do not have TV in bedroom it helps. Much like @ShoppGirl stated I rest much better after cardio/physical activity..I also am not the best sleeper ?. I am very big on movement and always have been even when I was larger..so I have to get it done! Once I'm done in the early am. I have the rest of the day to do as I wish!

Edited August 22, 20241 yr by Mspretty86

So today I’m two weeks post op and was my first big trip into the city. I went to my crochet group so I was just driving and then sitting but I was still excited that it wasn’t too painful and the three hours out didn’t Tucker me out too much.

Also, while I was driving I noticed that my seat seemed too far back. I just asked my hubby to make sure he didn’t do it while I was in hospital and he says no so I guess my butt is a little smaller. My first NSV having to adjust the seat.

4 hours ago, ShoppGirl said:

So today I’m two weeks post op and was my first big trip into the city. I went to my crochet group so I was just driving and then sitting but I was still excited that it wasn’t too painful and the three hours out didn’t Tucker me out too much.

Also, while I was driving I noticed that my seat seemed too far back. I just asked my hubby to make sure he didn’t do it while I was in hospital and he says no so I guess my butt is a little smaller. My first NSV having to adjust the seat.

Your NSV's will surprise you by the month! Truly Amazing

I have moderate to severe asthma and in the past all allergists and pulmonologists said, “it’s because you’re fat.” So, now I’m mildly obese but still have terrible breathing and finally got the medical care I need. My peak flow meter is regularly registering at 500, the same as in my 20’s. I’m in my 50’s and sometimes my meter will go to 600 now! On the one hand I’m psyched that I’m exercising and breathing as well as I did in my 20’s. (On the other hand I’m furious that this took years of advocacy on my part.) Yeay me! I made good happen! Feel free to switch doctors if you’re not listened to after you’ve tracked your data, and done your research.

25 minutes ago, learn2cook said:

I have moderate to severe asthma and in the past all allergists and pulmonologists said, “it’s because you’re fat.” So, now I’m mildly obese but still have terrible breathing and finally got the medical care I need. My peak flow meter is regularly registering at 500, the same as in my 20’s. I’m in my 50’s and sometimes my meter will go to 600 now! On the one hand I’m psyched that I’m exercising and breathing as well as I did in my 20’s. (On the other hand I’m furious that this took years of advocacy on my part.) Yeay me! I made good happen! Feel free to switch doctors if you’re not listened to after you’ve tracked your data, and done your research.

It always amazes me how doctors will dismiss reported health concerns attributing it all to being obese! When it could be something else entirely! I'm glad you're finally getting the healthcare you need!

If there is one thing I've learned over the years and having been in the hospital for weeks - the bitchy squeaky wheel gets the attention. I watched myself and others who were "easy going" patients get ignored and over looked all the while "complainers" get the medical attention they needed. Needless to say, I'm no longer quiet or complacent about my healthcare needs or others after having experienced and watched neglect.

New Week New Wins! Ladies and Gents look forward to seeing your weeks Wins!

Went to my crochet group again today and I didn’t need a nap afterwards. I’m hoping maybe I’m done with the afternoon nap stage. I plan to wake up earlier tomorrow and really try to power through again so I can hopefully get my sleep cycle back to normal. Day by day I get a little closer to my normal.

ooh and yesterday was a follow up for the muscle cramps that I got in my calf which went away with the magnesium they gave me but I kept the appt anyways because i start soft food Monday and I had questions. She said that since my pre op appt I have lost 19 pounds so that’s one month exactly and the expected loss for a revision is between 5-10 pounds month so I’m doing good.

Edited August 29, 20241 yr by ShoppGirl

Just got a pair of pants in the mail that are a smaller sixe and they actually Fit!! I think they are snug in the hips and said I needed to lose a bit more before wearing them but my husband said he’s pretty sure that’s how they are supposed to look. Regardless, I got them on and they are not uncomfortable. That’s a win in my book.

On 8/7/2024 at 1:37 PM, BlondePatriotInCDA said:

• 50% of bypass patients reach at least 166 lbs 18 months after surgery. Based on my starting weight of 271.

I'm coming up on my 12 month surgery anniversary (Aug 21st) and I'm already below this statistic as of today! I even did a happy dance (my pups thought I was nuts). ?

I'm hoping with 6 months until 18 months that I'll be in this category:

• 20% of patients reach 149 lbs 18 months after surgery.

If the above isn't enough, I met up with another friend I haven't seen in 6 months for Breakfast this morning, she walked right past me twice looking for me!

Where did you find this calculator. I’m curious where I stand. I’m guessing I will bade to do it for Bypass and DS and pick the middle but maybe they will have the SADI.

I’m officially a month tomorrow and back at the gym feels great! Clothes is getting lose! It’s been worth it:D Thank you for your inspirational post!