One-Year Surgiversary

I had surgery with Dr. Binenbaum June 24, 2014.  Before surgery, I officially lost 25 lbs. and 79 lbs. afterwards for a total of 104 lbs. gone.  I am not done.  I am still losing and intend to lose 16 - 27 lbs. or possibly more depending what my body feels like doing as I continue following the plan.  I do what Dory advises in Finding Nemo and Just Keep Swimming!

I highly recommend everyone starting this procedure should get a fitness band and download an app for logging their food.  I researched fitness bands and bought an UP24 from Jawbone and downloaded their app before surgery to help me track everything I ate and keep track of my exercise.  I wear it every day and continue to track everything I eat even when I stray off the path.  It reminds me to move, it motivates me, and is so easy to use.   

I keep my house, my car, my desk, my pocketbook fully stocked with protein bars and my staple foods.  I prepare for emergencies.  Mini babybel light cheeses are my "emergency cheese".  I throw one or two in my bag when there may be a delay in my schedule. 

I usually eat at the same times Mondays through Fridays and usually eat the same things.  Saturdays and Sundays, I give myself more slack, but still stick close to plan and track everything.

I drink a lot of water.  I drink a 24 oz. Propel on my way to work.  I refill the bottle with powdered Propel and water.  I drink decaf coffee.  This gives me a head start on the day. I stop a half an hour before eating, then start up again a half an hour after eating. 

I rarely miss a support group meeting.  It is a priority.  I read obesityhelp.com every night before bed and every workday during lunch if I'm not outside walking.

Exercise is a priority every day.  It is so much easier and more fun as you lose weight.  You'll see. 

You are a ROCK STAR, Joey! 

  Congratulations on your weight loss!   I agree with everything you're doing.  Being prepared is one of the most fundamental aspects following WLS.  

Congratulations on your success so far...you are nearing in on your goal! Looks like you are rockin' your plan and it is paying off!

Thank you!