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I have lost 81lbs since my RNY surgery on 4-13-09. That does include weight lost preop. I seem to be losing slower than alot of others but the weight still is coming off 1 lb at a time and thats all that matters to me. I have to admit that i did not exercise until about a month ago, now i walk 2 miles at least 3 times a week. I eat pretty much anything I want now except no sugar, and I try to stay away from white carbs. I also only take about 2 -3 bites and get full, I have a real big problem with not drinking when i eat, it is something i am working on. I have gone from a size 26/28 to a 18/20 and sometimes a 16/18. I am hoping to be in onederland by my 6 month appt in oct. If I really work hard I can do it, but if i'm close that's ok too. I have so much more energy and I notice that people treat me different and smile at me more. I am still adjusting to eating my food too fast and not chewing enough. I don't regret this surgery at all , and i tell anyone that asks me about it that i would do it again in a heartbeat!!!
The surgery helped with portion control, even though that wasn't my big issue. Mine was quality of food. Luckily, I don't really care for fast food anymore. I have kicked up my exercise program since I am just about at a couple of hurdles that tend to slow down weight loss - 6 month anniversary and 100 lb loss mark.
My nutritionist said that with the exercise plan I am currently using I shouldn't have any problem getting to goal.
Pre planning is the key for me. Plan ahead and then I don't have that question of what to eat - I already know and have planned for it. When I don't do this - I graze all day. Which in turn causes me to not get my water in for the day.
It is a journey - but I am very glad I hopped on board.
What challenges have you faced?
How much weight have you lost?
What surgery did you have and do you like it or are you still adjusting?
Do you have any milestones/goals you've reached yet?
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I had my VSG (sleeve) Surgery on April 24th. I am almost 20 weeks post op, come this Friday, but currently I have lost 93 pounds so far and have gone from a size 30+ down to a 20!!
My challenges have been dehydration, a few times, but other than that I am still learning what my new tummy likes and dislikes, but for the most part it likes normal food. Thankfully I have been very happy with the extreme restriction of only being able to eat 2-3 bites max before getting super full. It can take me 2-3 hours to eat a small 2 cup meal and I love it! I am satisfied and losing weight well.
I am hoping to lose 7-8 more pounds to reach that hundred pound weight loss so I can treat myself to some shape wear. Right now I have a horrible muffin top.
Next goal is to reach that elusive 199, just to truly say I am below 200 for the first time in probably 19+ years!
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Well you aren't doing too shabby yourself! Those stats are awesome!
I have been enjoying my band so far; this week tho my fill is a wee bit tight so I may go in for a slight unfill but am hoping it will work itself out. Can barely get mushies in and its been a week.
I am on the short side too (5 foot 2 inches).
Have a great day!
I was banded April 20, 2009.
258.5/194.5/159
April 8, 2009 = 258.5
April 20, 2009 = 244 lb.s (lost 14 lbs./surgery date)
First Fill May 19, 2009 (3cc's)
June 8, 2009 = 226.5 lbs. (lost 32 lbs.)
October 5, 2009 = 201 lbs (lost 57.5 lbs.)
Nov. 27, 2009 = 198 lbs. (lost 60.5 lbs.)
May 23, 2010 = 194.5 (65 lbs. lost)
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