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Hi there, I thought I would introduce myself as well. My name is Chris, I had surgery on July 23rd of last year. I was 450 pounds at my heaviest and 412 pounds at the time of my surgery. Now I am at 260 pounds and at 6'0" tall, looks like I have about another 60 pounds to go to reach my goal. I have been at a plateau for a little while, but I know I will lose more, I have been taking martial arts and bicycling as my exercises as of late and feel I have been building muscle. This may be the reason I am not losing, and just maintaining at this point.

Hi Chris, Congratulations on the awesome weight loss I think your body is just trying to get adjusted, and then you will start losing again... keep up the great work... I have 1 pound to lose and I will be able to say 199 and that 1 pound is the hardest pound to get off... My goal is to be at 175, I know I can do it, it is just going to take some time... (((Hugs)))*smiles* Sally W (silly little dreamer) 409/200 /175

Hey Chris - I knew I recognized you from somewhere! I am on the MSN wls group headed by Rex and Carrie. Welcome to the Oregon board. You have really been doing a fantastic job losing the weight! Looking really good! Dina

Hi Dina, I just saw your pics on the other web site. Congrats on the weight loss to you too! Your well on your way. Now is when the time really starts to fly. Enjoy the progress as it comes. -Chris

Thanks Chris - I'm definitely looking forward to the time flying by with massive weight loss very soon! I am so excited as I've not been below 260 for over 10 years. The thought of reaching that century mark (which I haven't seen in 14 years!) is just way beyond comprehension for me!!! Dina