Wow Moment

Well everyone I have to start a new goal as on Memorial Day I ran without stopping my 5K. I did it in 38 min with a pace of 12:14 per mile. I have been training for this and it was fun after it was over. 3 months ago I could not run down the street. I have been at the same weight for 6 weeks and watching in envy some of my friends here losing away. I just stuck to my training and today jumped on the scale and am down to 160 so I lost 5 lbs finally. I have lost a total of 103 lbs. I am so happy and finally can join the Century Club. I went to the doctors for my 9 month check up and they think I have an ulcer and am lactose intolerant. I get stomach aches like crazy. I just thought it was part of the surgery and come to find out it is not. They only want me to lose 15 more lbs total because she says 5 to 10 lbs are skin and when I get PS that will be gone and they dont want me under weight. I am just so happy with the results of this surgery. I have met the most wonderful man after being alone and hating myself for 12 years. We have only been together 4 months but I know he is the one. He says that about me too. So in the next year or so there could be a wedding. I had already decided I would never marry, but that was before WLS. I can't believe how much this changes your life. Fifteen lbs away from goal... Diana 263/160/145

Diana, Congratulations, again, on completing the 5K. I've been trying to add a little running in when walking, but haven't gotten into any kind of routine as of yet. What an accomplishment, though...WOW Good luck on finding out what the cause of the stomach aches are. I've heard alot of people stalling for a while, then their weight loss picks back up. This happened to my sister at about 7-8 months post op. She was at a stand still for about 2-3 months & is now losing again. Remember, everybody is different. You're doing awesome. Congratulations on finding Mr. Right.....you deserve to be happy... Good for you.... Can't wait to hear how your relationship progresses. Good Luck.....15 lbs to goal.....You go girl!!!! Tammy 291/284/189.5/145

What an accomplishment Diana! Running the whole 5K is so awesome! I haven't been brave enough to try running yet. But it does cross my mind once in a while. Maybe when I get down to 170 I will try it! who knows! 15lbs from goal?? Wow, what a feeling! How many times in our lives have we wished we only had 15lbs to lose... seems weird to even say it! And much luck with the new relationship! Way cool! I hope he is everything you hoped for and you have a long and happy life together! You sooo deserve it! Lori

Diana, WAY TO GO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Lynne 276/176/156

Hi Diana, Congrats on your wonderful achievement! Wow! a 5k...that's impressive. I wonder if that is something I could ever do? Also, good luck with your relationship. I am very happy for you in that as well. I, too, was like you, still am to a degree, about never getting married. But, who knows? Maybe it will happen. Take care and hope you get the ulcer thing taken care of. Lori 293/203/135/130

Wow!! What an accomplishment! I plan to start participating in a few upcoming walk/runs, but not quite ready for the 5K. I'm so happy for you that you've met someone special. I am itching to get out there and date, but I still feel a bit insecure. I know when I'm 'ready', I'll take the plunge. I've been alone for way too long! Keep it up...goal is right around the corner! Toni

Congratluations Dianne! I'm glad you're doing well and found a great man. Your pics look awesome! Clarissa 346/217/150

Wow indeed!! Great job Diana on all fronts. I hate running so I can't say I'll ever try and do a 5K again, but I can understand how great you must have felt/feel. The 100lbs is super as well and with just 15 to go, you're almost at the finish/start line. Finishing the weightloss, starting the rest of your life in maintenance. Can't wait for the wedding notification. Dawn 258/131/135

Congrats of everything! I think I did too much harm to my knees hauling around that extra 100+ pounds that running isn't in my future. I walk, bike and swim. Mary 256/145/140