1 Year Out

6/7/07 was my surgery date. I've lost 118 lbs. Woo hoo! I'm very happy about that. What I am worried about is regaining weight. What are y'all doing to maintain?

Keeping my fingers crossed - ya think that will do it? Seriously, I still count calories, protein, carbs and fats and exercise 5 days/week (gym, golf and biking). I just returned from a 4-day golf vacation and "tested the waters" - had a couple of margaritas, chips and salsa, and peanuts. Didn't gain, but that type of diet will not become routine! Let me know what you're doing! Cleo

I realized recently that I will NEVER be able to just Eat...unchecked. I see myself slipping back into old habits and we all know that wrong choices, grazing etc will lead to wait gain. I'm not afraid....or at least not living in fear of weight gain because I plan to continue my exercise routine, and making healthy choices. Going to continue weighing myself at least weekly...so if any weight starts attaching itself to me, I can kick myself in the butt and take it back off again. I know I have entered into a life long commitment, to take care of myself. I havent for one moment kidded myself into believing that the RNY was my miracle cure and after the weight came off I could do whatever I wanted because I would never be fat again. I am a recovering food addict....so just like a recovering alcoholic who can't have even one drink.....or an ex smoker who can't have even one smoke....I have to be vigilant and take care of myself. We are all worth it!!!! Congrats to everyone on the weight loss over the last year!! Becky

I'm doing good w/water and protein. How much are y'all doing with carbs, fat, calories, etc?

1200-1400 calories of which 90-100g are protein (55-60%) and the balance split between carbs (25-27%) and fat (15-18%).

((((((Nichole)))))) congrats on your anniversary....you will keep it off!!! you have done great!!!