2 year anniversary for the sleeve -woohoo

Wow- I don't get to post in here or read as much as I was once able to.

 I am so happy with the progress that I have made since having the Sleeve 2 years ago today from Dr.B.  It was truly LifeSaving.  At my heaviest I was 440 pounds.  Diabetic, had to work my ankles for a half hour each morning before getting out of bed.  Life was horrid.

With the Sleeve I lost very fast almost too fast and in the matter of a year I went down by about 180 pounds.  I was feeling great but then came depression.  Just outta the blue for no reason.

So march of 2014 I stopped with the Exercise and didn't really pay attention to diet and the weight started to sneak back on a little bit at a time.  Before I knew it I was up 20 pounds...Then I hit 30 Pounds and said no was this isn't happening.

 I was still happy to be down 150 pounds from the 440 but I am not happy with any gain as it happens all to easily.

 So My wife and I joined the Gym for new Years (Mid/ Late January)and I stated to watch what I eat and slow down eating and I realized how much I missed running.  MY body is loving it and the pounds appear to be quickly melting off again.

So today on my 2 year sleeve anniversary I sit at 280 pounds(Lost 10 Pounds in the last two weeks of working out) with a goal of being around 225 for July 1st.  an average of 2-3 pounds a week for the next 20 weeks.

The sleeve is a great tool but you still have to work it and watch to continue with long term results.  I am ever so grateful for having the opportunity to have the sleeve and for all the support and answers I have gotten from this site in the past.

In case anyone is curious I am trying to maintain between 1200-1800 calories per day.

I do 2 Miles in 30 Mins on the Treadmill every day.

I am lifting weights 4 times a week Upperbody one day..Lowerbody next...day off...Upperbody...LowerBody...2 days off...

3 Sets of 12 Reps for each exercise.

I wish you all Luck in your Journey and hope that It is all you have hoped for and then some.

Good Luck Ya'll

Henry

Thank you Henry,

I am currently waiting for the call to go to get an RNY in Moncton.  I am always inspired when I hear stories like yours.  It helps me overcome my fear and doubt the closer I get.  I know I will go through with it but it is stories like yours that keep me focused and determined to have the life I dream of.  All the very best of wishes to you and thank you for sharing your journey!

Kim

Hello Kim,

I don't think I know of anyone who hasn't experienced the fear and doubt.  I actually know of someone who had delayed there surgery date because of it but in the end went through with it and now knows it was the best thing they could've done.  Feeling good and being healthy is possible :-)

Thank you for sharing your story fellow Frederictonian, I am currently waiting for my surgery on February 18 and I am nervous as a cat in a room full of rocking chairs.  I am finishing day 2 of the shakes and enjoying every minute of it...NOT!  I have discovered that adding decaf instant coffee crystals and cinnamon helps a lot (I like savory more than sweet).  I know that it will all be worth it in the end, I just need to keep my eye on the prize which for me is a life without insulin.  I like to read about the journey of others, it keeps me calm so thank you again.

Hello Ellie,

Congrats of having a surgery date that is AWESOME.  Life will never be the same.  I was up to 4 Metforman a day and think that insulin would've been the next step for my diabetes.  Now I only take Vitamins which in reality everyone my age should.  At 44 I feel like I am 18 again.  My kids have literally called there mother in a few times to say oh no dad's losing it.  Because on a Saturday Morning I would be dancing while standing on chairs and jumping from chair to chair.  Energy levels gone through the roof.  IT's the best feeling ever.

Good Luck with the surgery and I didn't care much for the shakes either but they are the small step we need to overcome for the best results

Henry

Thank you Henry for your words. I know that this tool is a beginning but the best part is....I finally have hope again. I go Feb 13 and I am so pumped! Since I got my surgery date, despite my gravity issues, my feet have not touched the ground!

Terry

Congrats Terry!!!!

Your only a week away.  That is so Awesome.  Get ready for the whole new you.  It happens so fast, your going to have one of the best summers that you can remember this summer.  The one thing I tell everyone is as soon as it is ok'd by the DR after surgery is exercise exercise exercise.. 30 mins to an hour a day.  It become addictive.  but if you stop and get into a rut it is hard to start again.  I am happy that my family have all decided to be on board with getting back to basics and kicking up our routines, to include a min of 30 mins a day.  Im feeling better and they are feeling better,  Life is good

Good Luck with the surgery

Henry