One Year...and counting...

David G.
on 3/20/08 1:33 am - Reisterstown, MD

Well...this past Saturday was one year. Had all my Dr's appts Tuesday and Wednesday. So far so good. I am down 131 lbs since surgery and 151 lbs since the beginning of my pre-op diet. I am officially 1 pound below goal (current 188 - goal was 189). My BMI is "normal". Blood work is spot on good. I am off all meds (blood pressure, anit-depression, and diabeties). I am training for the Frederick 1/2 marathon in May and the Baltimore full marathon in October. This has me running about 20 miles a week right now and I will be up to 30 miles a week by mid April. I am also training for a mini-triathlon (500meter swim, 15mile bike and 5k run) in June. All of these will be firsts if my knees and hips allow! For the first time in years I am actually looking forward to summer. I have been cold all winter long and am really looking forward to wearing shorts and tee shirts again. I want to say thanks to all my friends here at OH. The information and encouragement that I got from this forum and this group have been invaluable. I don't think I could have done this without all of you.

Dave
Every morning in Africa , a gazelle wakes up. It knows it must outrun the fastest lion or it will be killed. Every morning in Africa , a lion wakes up. It knows that it must run faster than the slowest gazelle, or it will starve. It doesn't matter whether you're a lion or a gazelle when the sun comes up you'd better be running.

Smilesy
on 3/20/08 2:38 am - Westminster, MD

Congrats on an awesome first year! You are an inspiration to many! Be sure to post your events so if the kid-schedule allows we can come out and cheer you on! Caryn

David G.
on 3/20/08 4:27 am - Reisterstown, MD

RNY on 03/15/07

Thanks! Events are up on my profile if you are interested.

Dave
Every morning in Africa , a gazelle wakes up. It knows it must outrun the fastest lion or it will be killed. Every morning in Africa , a lion wakes up. It knows that it must run faster than the slowest gazelle, or it will starve. It doesn't matter whether you're a lion or a gazelle when the sun comes up you'd better be running.

mom24girls
on 3/20/08 3:25 am - Essex, MD

RNY on 11/27/07

Wow, Congratulations on an amazing year! I love to hear the success stories. It makes me realize that I can do this. It is terrific that you are doing the marathons. I hope your hips and knees hold out for ya, and keep us updated. This is the kind of story the news needs to pick up. A GOOD news story. Congrats again.

Dianne

donnad23
on 3/20/08 5:01 am

RNY on 10/28/08

Congratulation Dave- Way to live your new life!! I think it shows hope to those of us who haven't had surgery yet but are dreaming of what a new life without carrying all this excess weight can be like!! Wishing you wind at your back! Donna

mo21012
on 3/20/08 8:28 am - Anne Arundel County, MD

RNY on 03/22/04

Hey Dave! Awesome first year. Best wishes as the journey continues!!!!! Hugs, Mo

Comparison is the thief of joy!

If we spend our time comparing our life/weight loss/body to others, we totally miss what WE have accomplished. Keep in mind how far you have come and what you can do now that you couldn't do weeks/months/years ago. I hate the expression " It's all good", but in this case it fits! Wherever you are in your journey ... It's ALL good!!!

Nadine O.
on 3/20/08 10:16 am - Baltimore, MD

RNY on 03/06/06

CONGRADULATIONS !!! You have accomplished a lot

Cira S.
on 3/20/08 10:38 am - Charles Town , WV

RNY on 03/06/07

Congratulations Dave! You are amazing and I look up to you! Please let us know when the events are so we can try to be there to cheer you on. Best wishes to you! hugs,

I am who I am and accept my feelings wholeheartedly.
Those that mind don't matter, and those that matter don't mind.
Cira 249/144.0 current/goal 154/ 5'3" 10 lbs below my Dr's goal
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itsjust4me
on 3/20/08 10:50 am - MD

RNY on 02/27/07

Dave, What and awesome year you have had. You are really an inspiration!! I'm going to have to check out the date for the Frederick 1/2 marathon as I live in Frederick. Maybe we can get a cheering section together for you. Keep it up!

Kim

David G.
on 3/20/08 10:22 pm - Reisterstown, MD

RNY on 03/15/07

LOL...you might reconsider when you see how early it is. I just re-checked the schedule and apparently (I didn't really notice when I signed up) the marathon and 1/2 marathon begin at 6:30am (yes...am). :-) Since I live down here in Reisterstown, I am going to have to be up around 4 to get there with time to warm up. Ugh. Oh well. I may be done and home before my wife and kids even get out of bed! Enjoy...

Dave
Every morning in Africa , a gazelle wakes up. It knows it must outrun the fastest lion or it will be killed. Every morning in Africa , a lion wakes up. It knows that it must run faster than the slowest gazelle, or it will starve. It doesn't matter whether you're a lion or a gazelle when the sun comes up you'd better be running.

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