Wow moments... my first big ones!

So today I am in the neighborhood of 7 weeks post op. I've lost 33 lbs since surgery and 10lbs prior...this morning I weigh 248lbs. Finally under 250! I AM FEELING ABSOLUTELY GREAT! 1st one....I've been back to my regular workouts for a few weeks now... hadn't been pushing myself though, wanted to ease back in. Well, last night I pushed it, as hard as I possibly could. I do water aerobics for 1 hour and I lift weight prior. I was able to increase ever weight machine by 5lbs or more. I was able to do the whole aerobic workout harder then I ever have and not be straining for my breath. Don't get me wrong, a few points when she was pushing out heart rate up I was breathing heavy, but literally within seconds of us slowing the excercise, I was back to normal breathing. I DO NOT EVER REMEMBER THAT HAPPENING TO ME IN MY LIFE!!!! I came home no need for ice on my knees they are NOT swollen to twice their normal size. My back is not in such pain that I needed to ice and take advil. I am just amazed, and SOOOOO GLAD I MADE THIS DECISION! When I was in high school I was on the track team required to run 3 miles per day, even then I didn't feel like this, and I weighed less then...go figure! 2nd one... For kicks this morning as I'm getting ready for work I decided to put on my "skinny" jeans. They were 18's. I have not worn them for over 4 years. As I pulled them on the waist seemed awfully small and I thought there's no way. Well I buttoned them and zipped them no problem! Granted they are snug in the waist, but point is.... it's been 4 years!! 3rd one... This weekend my fiance shared his cold with me....it hit me Friday, runny nose, water eyes, head feeling swollen, etc... By Sunday I had a fever, so I rested all day. Monday I woke up and it was gone! No need for antibiotics... just some decongestant and rest and I got better quickly. How about that?! Needless to say I'm feeling great. Even if I were to not lose any more, it would all be worth it. I feel so much better and am obviously much healthier. For those still on the fence... I say go for it!!! Renee

I share your excitement Loose clothes and rings are a great feeling I am one week post lap band I had some moments of missing food but as I am Starting to give away the Lane Bryant sizes 26-28 I am sure I made the right decision Started at 242 on August 9th on Optifast down to 207 this am. Can't wait to get below 200 It's been a long time Also can't wait to get back to workout routine and other activities without back and foot pain Keep up the good work Shelly

Renee, Congrats hun there are many more to come as well. This trip is wild and soooo worth it. thanks for sharing your WOW moments with us. Take care Debra P

Way to go Renee!!!!

Got to love those moments that keep us going and going YOUR OFF TO A GREAT STArt keep up the great work