Sunday Morning Weigh-In
Morning gents!
My Stats:
High weight: 296
Weight at initial consult 1-19-2012: 269
Weight at surgery 4-23-12: 230
Last week: 175
This week: 174
Total weight lost: 95
Hope this Sunday morning finds you all happy and healthy! Where I live all the kids are back in school, it is getting cooler, and I am thinking about planting bulbs for the spring... must mean fall will be here soon. The other thing that looks like it is happening is this board is picking up again, I look forward to seeing some new faces with new questions and our veterans posting some of those great nuggets of wisdom they have been keeping to themselves! I'd like to issue a challenge or a homework assignment to all our members: If you are thinking about surgery, have it scheduled, had it and are less than 6 months out post a question... If you are more than 6 months out post the one thing that you think is the most important for a noob to know about this trip we are all on. Make each one a separate post, hopefully each member has something to contribute and has a spare moment to do it. Let see if we can get the men's board to hummm again!
I am down a pound for the week. I am running into an issue where unless I am very busy or preoccupied in some other way, I obsess about eating... that is, I want to eat constantly. I am staying in control and have not really slipped or had any regain but it worries me. My activity level has been the same and I know this week I had a few higher calorie days, yet I am still losing... could my body be telling me I am not getting enough in? Time to count for a week and see I guess. Anyone more than 6 months out, can you tell me what months 4-12 were like for you?
See you all soon, keep up the good work you fantastic bunch of losers!
Brian
My Stats:
High weight: 296
Weight at initial consult 1-19-2012: 269
Weight at surgery 4-23-12: 230
Last week: 175
This week: 174
Total weight lost: 95
Hope this Sunday morning finds you all happy and healthy! Where I live all the kids are back in school, it is getting cooler, and I am thinking about planting bulbs for the spring... must mean fall will be here soon. The other thing that looks like it is happening is this board is picking up again, I look forward to seeing some new faces with new questions and our veterans posting some of those great nuggets of wisdom they have been keeping to themselves! I'd like to issue a challenge or a homework assignment to all our members: If you are thinking about surgery, have it scheduled, had it and are less than 6 months out post a question... If you are more than 6 months out post the one thing that you think is the most important for a noob to know about this trip we are all on. Make each one a separate post, hopefully each member has something to contribute and has a spare moment to do it. Let see if we can get the men's board to hummm again!
I am down a pound for the week. I am running into an issue where unless I am very busy or preoccupied in some other way, I obsess about eating... that is, I want to eat constantly. I am staying in control and have not really slipped or had any regain but it worries me. My activity level has been the same and I know this week I had a few higher calorie days, yet I am still losing... could my body be telling me I am not getting enough in? Time to count for a week and see I guess. Anyone more than 6 months out, can you tell me what months 4-12 were like for you?
See you all soon, keep up the good work you fantastic bunch of losers!
Brian
Hug your kids every day, let them know they are loved, keep them safe the best you can.
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Thanks Brian... I usually ask my questions and get great answers...
I am expecting my RNY by December.
One thing I like reading about is how life is after 6 month's. I wonder about the following type of things:
1. The new me after 6 month's. Imaging me wearing clothes that are now too big for me... How's it feel? I am use to most things being too tight or too baggy, not tucked in, etc.
2. Possibly sleeping without the need for CPAP. It would be great, but I wonder if losing the weight will really make the difference so I can loe the machine.
3. Eating smaller meals. I know it's the food lifestyle that got me this way. Will I enjoy going out with friends and just eating a smaller portion of food?
4. I wonder what it's like to sit/walk/get up/in and out of car without it being a struggle.
5. Because it's been so many years since I was at a normal weight, will I get angry for not doing this sooner?
6. I worry about the effect my changes will have on my relationhips with friends. I won't be eating or drinking nearly as much.
7. I look forward to not being the biggest/widest person in a group or in a picture. That must feel great to just blend in the crowd.
8. Eating and drinking separately will be a challenge.
9. Hard to imagine I will every run a 5K or further. But I really want to be able to do it. Running for myself first then perhaps charity after.
10. I worry that in 3 years, the pouch (I'm going to call him Hank) will expand and I go back to old habits. Although the portions will still be much smaller, I need to continue the focus on the better choices.
Thank you all in advance for your comments. You all are inspirations to me.
Mark
I am expecting my RNY by December.
One thing I like reading about is how life is after 6 month's. I wonder about the following type of things:
1. The new me after 6 month's. Imaging me wearing clothes that are now too big for me... How's it feel? I am use to most things being too tight or too baggy, not tucked in, etc.
2. Possibly sleeping without the need for CPAP. It would be great, but I wonder if losing the weight will really make the difference so I can loe the machine.
3. Eating smaller meals. I know it's the food lifestyle that got me this way. Will I enjoy going out with friends and just eating a smaller portion of food?
4. I wonder what it's like to sit/walk/get up/in and out of car without it being a struggle.
5. Because it's been so many years since I was at a normal weight, will I get angry for not doing this sooner?
6. I worry about the effect my changes will have on my relationhips with friends. I won't be eating or drinking nearly as much.
7. I look forward to not being the biggest/widest person in a group or in a picture. That must feel great to just blend in the crowd.
8. Eating and drinking separately will be a challenge.
9. Hard to imagine I will every run a 5K or further. But I really want to be able to do it. Running for myself first then perhaps charity after.
10. I worry that in 3 years, the pouch (I'm going to call him Hank) will expand and I go back to old habits. Although the portions will still be much smaller, I need to continue the focus on the better choices.
Thank you all in advance for your comments. You all are inspirations to me.
Mark
Ref Jul 4, 2012, Orientation Aug 27, Surgeon Aug 31, RD Sept 18, SW RD & RN Oct 18, Internist Nov 5, Surgeon Nov 21, PATTS Nov 29, Surgery Dec 14,2012 (HRRH - Dr Sohi).
Wow Mark, you got questions! I will put my spin on them and you can expect the real veterans to do so as well, this should be fun!
1. I am not a vain person but I do get a curious amazment when I am in front of a mirror. It does not seem to be me I am looking at, comparing the picture now to what I have seen for the last 49 years...
2.Your CPAP will go away...
3. You must learn to eat slower and chew more... I enjoy the conversation that comes with a social occasion so that makes it easier. After awhile all your friends will have heard your WLS story and events will take on more normalcy, it is an adjustment for everyone around you too!
4. I now jump over fences just to see if I can do it or is it a dream... The mobility compared to what you are used to is unreal.
5. Tough one... look forward, not back.
6. Food is not what made you a good spouse, friend, brother, dad, etc... The inner you will still be there and it will shine through. This was a worry for my best friend and he verbalized it, we are still close and we still share the same relationship as before my WLS, he talks it up to people now who don't know my story.
7. Yeah, not being "that fat guy" sure is different... you will learn to shed that self image and will come into your own soon. You will find that your personality carries you much farther than before your WLS. (That last statement was a curious one, no? Interested to hear others comment on it).
8. I don't but know I should. My stoma must be really small still because the liquids don't seem to flush food through, I only get full and bloated much faster... this may lead to my feeling of satisfaction leaving too soon... (This right here is why I issued my challenge, we all must go through our trip mindfully, self examination is helpful and healthy!)
9. I don't run... I could I am sure. My next phase now that I am near my personal goal and into "maintenance" per my doctor is to be muscle building and toning. I will need more agressive exercize to do this and running may be a component. Earlier in my life I was an avid bicyclist, this is more likely for me than running.
10. Here is the key: The surgery is a tool that will give you an incentive to retrain yourself before the surgery and during the "honeymoon" period so that by the time "Hank" goes back to his old ways you do not. People routinely fail the surgery, note the wording there... If you fail to retrain yourself, if you do not remain mindful about your eating habits, if you become complacent... you may fail your surgery. We will be here to support you, to give your that kick in the butt, to help you stay on track... but remember, to be successful long term takes a huge investment by you, a sea change by you, you believing in yourself and loving yourself enough to make it stick. (That pep talk was as much for me as it was you!)
Good luck brother, we look forward to seeing you on the losers bench soon. Come back often we are here for you.
Brian
1. I am not a vain person but I do get a curious amazment when I am in front of a mirror. It does not seem to be me I am looking at, comparing the picture now to what I have seen for the last 49 years...
2.Your CPAP will go away...
3. You must learn to eat slower and chew more... I enjoy the conversation that comes with a social occasion so that makes it easier. After awhile all your friends will have heard your WLS story and events will take on more normalcy, it is an adjustment for everyone around you too!
4. I now jump over fences just to see if I can do it or is it a dream... The mobility compared to what you are used to is unreal.
5. Tough one... look forward, not back.
6. Food is not what made you a good spouse, friend, brother, dad, etc... The inner you will still be there and it will shine through. This was a worry for my best friend and he verbalized it, we are still close and we still share the same relationship as before my WLS, he talks it up to people now who don't know my story.
7. Yeah, not being "that fat guy" sure is different... you will learn to shed that self image and will come into your own soon. You will find that your personality carries you much farther than before your WLS. (That last statement was a curious one, no? Interested to hear others comment on it).
8. I don't but know I should. My stoma must be really small still because the liquids don't seem to flush food through, I only get full and bloated much faster... this may lead to my feeling of satisfaction leaving too soon... (This right here is why I issued my challenge, we all must go through our trip mindfully, self examination is helpful and healthy!)
9. I don't run... I could I am sure. My next phase now that I am near my personal goal and into "maintenance" per my doctor is to be muscle building and toning. I will need more agressive exercize to do this and running may be a component. Earlier in my life I was an avid bicyclist, this is more likely for me than running.
10. Here is the key: The surgery is a tool that will give you an incentive to retrain yourself before the surgery and during the "honeymoon" period so that by the time "Hank" goes back to his old ways you do not. People routinely fail the surgery, note the wording there... If you fail to retrain yourself, if you do not remain mindful about your eating habits, if you become complacent... you may fail your surgery. We will be here to support you, to give your that kick in the butt, to help you stay on track... but remember, to be successful long term takes a huge investment by you, a sea change by you, you believing in yourself and loving yourself enough to make it stick. (That pep talk was as much for me as it was you!)
Good luck brother, we look forward to seeing you on the losers bench soon. Come back often we are here for you.
Brian
Hug your kids every day, let them know they are loved, keep them safe the best you can.
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Great insight Brian... Thank you for your words of wisdom and experience... I hope the honeymoon phase of post op keeps me motivated to stay on course. I am trying my best to remember and document how I feel now so I could look back and be afraid/mindfull of where I am then and now.
The pep talks are always appreciated to give and receive...
Thanks again,
Mark
The pep talks are always appreciated to give and receive...
Thanks again,
Mark
Ref Jul 4, 2012, Orientation Aug 27, Surgeon Aug 31, RD Sept 18, SW RD & RN Oct 18, Internist Nov 5, Surgeon Nov 21, PATTS Nov 29, Surgery Dec 14,2012 (HRRH - Dr Sohi).
1. The new me after 6 month's. Imaging me wearing clothes that are now too big for me... How's it feel? I am use to most things being too tight or too baggy, not tucked in, etc.
Clothes..I started tracking weight loss 6 months prior to surgery, New Years Day, 2011. I live in New England so I have summer clothes/winter clothes, etc. When I pulled out the shorts and tees from the previous summer, I dealt with baggy stuff and a tighter belt. Surgery July 5th, 2011- When fall rolled around I pulled out the jeans and long tees from 2010- no go. I started out with 42 jean waist and fit into a 36.- 3 to 4X tees went to 2X. But these started falling off my ass within 3 months and when I hit bottom in May 2012 I was in a 32 waist- large tees are borderline baggy but mediums are too small for my taste, although I do fit into them. I tuck in all my shirts now- my loose skin isn't too bad- it looks like a little ponch, but it's all skin.no fat
2. Possibly sleeping without the need for CPAP. It would be great, but I wonder if losing the weight will really make the difference so I can loe the machine.
Can't help you on this one, since I never had one, but I can tell you that the wife said I have stopped snoring and now sleep like a baby.
3. Eating smaller meals. I know it's the food lifestyle that got me this way. Will I enjoy going out with friends and just eating a smaller portion of food?
Absolutely! Be forewarned- if you like good food you will probably not save any money eating out, from my experience, but you will likely have a fridge full of take out boxes. I now gravitate to better restaurants and quality food- that less is more stuff I used to look at and feel I was getting ripped off because the plate was not overflowing with food.
4. I wonder what it's like to sit/walk/get up/in and out of car without it being a struggle.
How about an airplane seat or amusement park ride or stadium bleacher or bus, etc. It's wierd at first, and then it's awesome! and then you don't even think about it, you just do it.
5. Because it's been so many years since I was at a normal weight, will I get angry for not doing this sooner?
I was not angry for waiting so long, just grateful that I didn't wait any longer
6. I worry about the effect my changes will have on my relationhips with friends. I won't be eating or drinking nearly as much.
That's something you need to wrap your head around before it gets out of hand. My wife once said to me" I'll be pissed when you weigh as much as I do- I now weigh 60 pounds less....
7. I look forward to not being the biggest/widest person in a group or in a picture. That must feel great to just blend in the crowd.
People will treat you differently. There may be a certain amount of jealousy or contempt from your peers who are overweight themselves. Thin people who see you transform may be friendlier to you - lotta head stuff there....
8. Eating and drinking separately will be a challenge.
Do it until it becomes automatic and habit. Then it becomes normal behaviour.
9. Hard to imagine I will every run a 5K or further. But I really want to be able to do it. Running for myself first then perhaps charity after.
Just ran my 5th road race this morning - never ran before last winter- never thought my frame would hold up carrying all that extra weight for all those years- ease into it- I'm a living example of how it is possible- I'm 52 years old. Registered for a half marathon at the end of the month
10. I worry that in 3 years, the pouch (I'm going to call him Hank) will expand and I go back to old habits. Although the portions will still be much smaller, I need to continue the focus on the better choices.
Hank is a tool, and you are the tool master. Don't abuse Hank, and he will be there when you need him- follow trhe rules create new patterns and habits- and you will maintain
Clothes..I started tracking weight loss 6 months prior to surgery, New Years Day, 2011. I live in New England so I have summer clothes/winter clothes, etc. When I pulled out the shorts and tees from the previous summer, I dealt with baggy stuff and a tighter belt. Surgery July 5th, 2011- When fall rolled around I pulled out the jeans and long tees from 2010- no go. I started out with 42 jean waist and fit into a 36.- 3 to 4X tees went to 2X. But these started falling off my ass within 3 months and when I hit bottom in May 2012 I was in a 32 waist- large tees are borderline baggy but mediums are too small for my taste, although I do fit into them. I tuck in all my shirts now- my loose skin isn't too bad- it looks like a little ponch, but it's all skin.no fat
2. Possibly sleeping without the need for CPAP. It would be great, but I wonder if losing the weight will really make the difference so I can loe the machine.
Can't help you on this one, since I never had one, but I can tell you that the wife said I have stopped snoring and now sleep like a baby.
3. Eating smaller meals. I know it's the food lifestyle that got me this way. Will I enjoy going out with friends and just eating a smaller portion of food?
Absolutely! Be forewarned- if you like good food you will probably not save any money eating out, from my experience, but you will likely have a fridge full of take out boxes. I now gravitate to better restaurants and quality food- that less is more stuff I used to look at and feel I was getting ripped off because the plate was not overflowing with food.
4. I wonder what it's like to sit/walk/get up/in and out of car without it being a struggle.
How about an airplane seat or amusement park ride or stadium bleacher or bus, etc. It's wierd at first, and then it's awesome! and then you don't even think about it, you just do it.
5. Because it's been so many years since I was at a normal weight, will I get angry for not doing this sooner?
I was not angry for waiting so long, just grateful that I didn't wait any longer
6. I worry about the effect my changes will have on my relationhips with friends. I won't be eating or drinking nearly as much.
That's something you need to wrap your head around before it gets out of hand. My wife once said to me" I'll be pissed when you weigh as much as I do- I now weigh 60 pounds less....
7. I look forward to not being the biggest/widest person in a group or in a picture. That must feel great to just blend in the crowd.
People will treat you differently. There may be a certain amount of jealousy or contempt from your peers who are overweight themselves. Thin people who see you transform may be friendlier to you - lotta head stuff there....
8. Eating and drinking separately will be a challenge.
Do it until it becomes automatic and habit. Then it becomes normal behaviour.
9. Hard to imagine I will every run a 5K or further. But I really want to be able to do it. Running for myself first then perhaps charity after.
Just ran my 5th road race this morning - never ran before last winter- never thought my frame would hold up carrying all that extra weight for all those years- ease into it- I'm a living example of how it is possible- I'm 52 years old. Registered for a half marathon at the end of the month
10. I worry that in 3 years, the pouch (I'm going to call him Hank) will expand and I go back to old habits. Although the portions will still be much smaller, I need to continue the focus on the better choices.
Hank is a tool, and you are the tool master. Don't abuse Hank, and he will be there when you need him- follow trhe rules create new patterns and habits- and you will maintain
331.0: All time high 3/10/08
321.0: Surgery day 4/7/08
184.0: GOAL!! 1/13/09
173.0: 1 yr Surgiversary 4/7/09 and at 18 months
171.5: 2 yr Surgiversary (Dr. scales)
175.5: 3 rd Surgiversary (his scales in shorts and t-shirt)
170.2: 4 th Surgiversary
169.2: Last week
169.4: This week
You'd think after not crapping at all yesterday, made up for it this morning
, the numbers would be lower! Did better on the walking this week but scheduling conflicts keep coming in. Cooler today so be crying shame not to today.
321.0: Surgery day 4/7/08
184.0: GOAL!! 1/13/09
173.0: 1 yr Surgiversary 4/7/09 and at 18 months
171.5: 2 yr Surgiversary (Dr. scales)
175.5: 3 rd Surgiversary (his scales in shorts and t-shirt)
170.2: 4 th Surgiversary
169.2: Last week
169.4: This week
You'd think after not crapping at all yesterday, made up for it this morning
, the numbers would be lower! Did better on the walking this week but scheduling conflicts keep coming in. Cooler today so be crying shame not to today.Never, and I mean NEVER, trust a fart!! 
Stats: 9/09/2012
Highest Weight: 315
Start Weight: 1/1/2011 305
Tufts Start Weight- May 2011: 285
Surgery Weight-7/5/2011: 265
Weight last Sunday Weigh-in: 168
Current Weight: 169
Goal Weight: 170ish
Lbs. gained this week 1
Total loss from Start Weight: 136 LBS.
Hey all!
Things are settling down in my neck of the woods. This weekend is the small town post- summer weekend celebration complete with craft shows, bandstands, parade down Main St- and a 5 mile road race which I participated in at 8:00 a.m. this morning. 44:23 time - 8:51 pace a little better than my regular training pace. It's easier to run faster when you're looking at someone in front of you who is older than you and has outpaced you from the start line. LOL.
Now I am settling down for a few chores before football kicks in. I dumped all the leftovers from the fridge into a pan and sauteed it together- I was going to throw some egg beaters in it and broil it like I usually do on the weekend- but I decided to stick it on a 1/2 cup of angel hair pasta- a rare treat for me. Swordfish, calamari, chicken sausage, mushrooms, peppers, cut corn off the cob, spinach, shall I go on? Of course, I am not shoveling the whole thing down like I used to, but for some of you new guys wondering, that stuff is not off the table as long as you know your limits and make it accountable with a decent amount of regular exercise.
Good idea about the posts, Brian, sometimes we need a little kick in the ass to stimulate things. I'll be glad to post my ideas and observations. I remind myself that when I first hooked up to this forum I was in need of info and support. Now, at 14 months out and in maintenance, my goal is to inform, motivate, and support anyone else who seeks it. I'll sneak one in between replacing the faucet in the kitchen sink and kickoff at 1:00. GO PATS!!
Sincerely,
Tim T.
Hey all!
Things are settling down in my neck of the woods. This weekend is the small town post- summer weekend celebration complete with craft shows, bandstands, parade down Main St- and a 5 mile road race which I participated in at 8:00 a.m. this morning. 44:23 time - 8:51 pace a little better than my regular training pace. It's easier to run faster when you're looking at someone in front of you who is older than you and has outpaced you from the start line. LOL.
Now I am settling down for a few chores before football kicks in. I dumped all the leftovers from the fridge into a pan and sauteed it together- I was going to throw some egg beaters in it and broil it like I usually do on the weekend- but I decided to stick it on a 1/2 cup of angel hair pasta- a rare treat for me. Swordfish, calamari, chicken sausage, mushrooms, peppers, cut corn off the cob, spinach, shall I go on? Of course, I am not shoveling the whole thing down like I used to, but for some of you new guys wondering, that stuff is not off the table as long as you know your limits and make it accountable with a decent amount of regular exercise.
Good idea about the posts, Brian, sometimes we need a little kick in the ass to stimulate things. I'll be glad to post my ideas and observations. I remind myself that when I first hooked up to this forum I was in need of info and support. Now, at 14 months out and in maintenance, my goal is to inform, motivate, and support anyone else who seeks it. I'll sneak one in between replacing the faucet in the kitchen sink and kickoff at 1:00. GO PATS!!
Sincerely,
Tim T.
Attaboy Tim, knew I could count on you.
PS, Who knew, that under that tough exterior, you had such a flair for the culinary arts?
PS, Who knew, that under that tough exterior, you had such a flair for the culinary arts?
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429: All time high 12/1/10
380: Lap VSG Surgery day 8/30/11
212.8: Last Weigh-In Week 9/2/12
0.2: LBS LOST LAST WEEK
214.4: This Week 9/9/12
1.8 LBS GAINED THIS WEEK
165.6 Lbs Lost since surgery
214.6 Total Weight Lost
Another uptick this week. Lots of things to blame (Me being the common thread):
-Haven't been exercising due to knee injury (but it is healing!)
-This week was our 11th Anniversary so we splurged on dinner and desert last night - was holding steady for the wee****il dinner last night
-I have been SO hungry lately. I don't know if it is head hunger or what, but I feel hungry alot more lately, which has led to some snacking that I shouldn't be doing.
Gotta get my head back in the game and get this last 14 lbs off!
380: Lap VSG Surgery day 8/30/11
212.8: Last Weigh-In Week 9/2/12
0.2: LBS LOST LAST WEEK
214.4: This Week 9/9/12
1.8 LBS GAINED THIS WEEK
165.6 Lbs Lost since surgery
214.6 Total Weight Lost
Another uptick this week. Lots of things to blame (Me being the common thread):
-Haven't been exercising due to knee injury (but it is healing!)
-This week was our 11th Anniversary so we splurged on dinner and desert last night - was holding steady for the wee****il dinner last night
-I have been SO hungry lately. I don't know if it is head hunger or what, but I feel hungry alot more lately, which has led to some snacking that I shouldn't be doing.
Gotta get my head back in the game and get this last 14 lbs off!
HW: 429 SW: 380 Height: 5'08"
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