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I started with water aerobics and did mostly that for the first year or so (I do a few other things now, like biking)
That's an amazing loss!!! I have never been one to exercise so I just stuck with walking. I use my fitbit and aim for 10-13k plus steps a day. I added in weights 3 times a week for 15-30 minutes. I also enjoy using the wii on weekends or during bad weather. At my TOPS meeting we do light yoga for 10-15 minutes every Wednesday. Once you get a routine down, it really doesn't feel like "exercise" it feels more like a daily habit.
I will be 7 months out on the 21st and all I can say is wow. I am down 170 lbs. I still have the girl who does nutrition at my surgeon's office telling me to eat more calories because I am losing too fast. I'm thrilled with my weight loss and have quit going to my monthly meetings because I seem to be the topic at each group of what NOT to do. Whether that is intentional or not I am not sure but I am a bit tired of it. I plan on continuing the way I have been and hope my weight will continue to go down. I am wanting to start incorporating some exercise into my daily routine but I am not an active person meaning I have never been into exercising or doing things like hiking or biking. I would love some input from people who were in the same boat as me and took up activities and what those were.
My surgery day is in just a few weeks and I have serious butterflies and I am so anxious. I flip flopped on having surgery for so long and now that it is a reality the fear and nervousness is real. I am seeing a counselor and that has helped me a bit...but whew! Can't wait to get the surgery over with now so that I can start on my path to healthiness.
Congratulations! What a great feeling that is I know!
One pre oppt diet I lost about 50lbs I'm so happy and that most weight I ever loss
good going. Just wait till you get your surgery!
on 5/16/21 8:57 am
One pre oppt diet I lost about 50lbs I'm so happy and that most weight I ever loss
To give everyone an idea of where I'm at: start weight 270 current weight 237 and my goal weight is 190. I did great the first 3 months, then stalled out for 3 months, and have since been working to keep losing.
I am surfing the net. I haven't received anything. I know that I am starting over. All I know is that I am on liquids for 2 to 3 weeks.
The last time I tried to drink protein drinks I would get very sick. So most of my protein ended up being food. Couldn't handle protein drinks.
I do need support. As it gets closer and more real than anything I am getting very nervous and worried that I will have the same issues I did the first time. But I cant live with the ulcer any longer. One bite of food and it will upset everything. Also, not to mention throwing up.
Maybe I will lose some weight too. I have gained weight through the years and it would be nice to lose 25 to 30lbs.
Tina
I know you are less than a year out of surgery (I think, from what I read above), so some may just be a simple reminder. I read these and even for me, being a long term post op, still holds true. A lot of what is going on, for me, is all head work. Hope these help.
Bariatric Surgery: 10 Things To Do & 10 Things Not To Do!
Bariatric Surgery Phases from New Post-Op to Long-Term Post-Op
Headwork: Could it be the Missing Piece of a Bariatric Surgery Journey?
Headwork: Could it be the Missing Piece of a Bariatric Surgery Journey? Part 2
Headwork: Could it be the Missing Piece of a Bariatric Surgery Journey? Part 3
