It's been 8 months already?

Lets hear your updates .

My journey so far has been fantastic. I reached goal just before my 6 month check up. My liver function tests were a little off, but I am being retested later this month and am hoping for an improvement.

I have been in maintenance mode for 6 weeks and so far I am keeping steady on the scale. I have found it difficult (and a little frightening) to eat more. That damn fear of regain is the worst!!

Let's hear from you :)

Martha

I have lost 79 pounds since surgery. The weight loss has slowed down to a pound or 2 a week.
I've got to get more diligent about exercising. That would help.

I now have hunger or cravings but am able to keep that in check. My best friend is the water bottle. It keeps me full when I know it's head hunger

Congrats to ya'll on successfully navigating this journey.  I too am doing FANTASTIC!!! I am down to 137 from 235 (97lbs lost).  I too have slowed down with my weight loss.  But, that's fine by me because I had a real concern about being able to 'stop this thing when I'm done'!  I have been going to the gym and exercising (mostly) regularly! Hardly anything makes me sick, still haven't tried a do-nut...but then again, why would I want to, right??? My energy level is mega high and my self esteem is through the roof.  Unfortunately my PCOS went away and my periods came back with a clockwork regular vengeance! I am now embarking on a new journey to save for my plastic surgery fund.  I would like a lower body lift and a breast lift....I can live with the thighs and the arms :)  I feel so blessed to have been given this tool to accomplish my weight loss.  I honestly don't think I could have done it without the surgery. 

I have mostly been a lurker, but I still pray for each person that I read about when I am lurking!  I am so proud for everyone, including ME!!  YAY US!!!

I am at an 80 lb loss and have 70 to go. I plan on losing the rest within the next year. I'm excersising like crazy and that has helped shape my body. Glad to see others seem to be where I am..:):)

Sounds like everyone is doing great!  I've lost 125 I've got about 40 to go to make my surgeons goal.  I've been loosing about 1 -2 lbs per week, I'm pretty happy with this.  I feel fantastic and am loving the energy I have.  ;) Lou

I have lost 90 pounds so far, the weight-loss is slowing way down now. My Dr. wants me to lose 10 more pounds. I want to lose 15-20 more. I never thought I would lose this much in 8 months so I am happy.
congrats to everyone!

Hi everyone.  It's good to see how you all are doing.  As of today I am down to 165.  I started my journey at 278 and my surgery date weight was 246.  I want to lose at least another 20 pound and 30 pounds would be great!  I had a major stall this last 5 or 6 weeks and didn't lose a thing - I actually gained 2 pounds.  I made some changes and I am back on track.  i am bicycling for exercise and that has been a huge help for me.  it is also good for my knees to build up my quad muscles.  I am going to have to have both of my knees replaced although I know my ortho surgeon wants to wait as long as possible.  I am feeling great and even more confident that I can reach my goal.  I love hearing all of your stories so thanks for posting.  Have a great 4th of July!!