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Was long as I get at least 130 grams a day I feel awesome but when I miss the mark of 80 grams it is like I am an extra on the Walking Dead...
LIFE IS HARD, BUT GIVING UP HAS NO REWARDS!!!
It has been over a year since I last reported anything and that is simply due to the fact that I have been going through extreme changes. Within the last year I have lost my business, my Marriage, and my self confidence. It has not effected my health because I swore to myself that no matter how bad it gets I would treat myself with dignity and respect.
Now I have a new business, new goals, new feeling of self worth and an overwhelming desire to excel. I stayed active with exercise and eating right and it has paid off. I just want to recommend anyone who is going through changes to keep holding on and remember that it is only for a season. My motto has always been, "lose the weight and gain my soul." How true this is that we have been the catalyst of those who persevere with the understanding that surgery is not the easy way out, but a tool to regain ourselves through the life we once had before we succumbed to obesity. We once were physical giants but now we are giants on the inside facing adversity and conquering the past mistakes. So let not these challenges face us but let us face the challenges head on, and become the victors of life.
side effects of this post include: self confidence, self accomplishment and an overwhelming feeling that you just slapped adversity in the face, and it is crying like a little girl!!!
LIFE IS HARD, BUT GIVING UP HAS NO REWARDS!!!
Definitely!!! I regained almost 40 lbs. But after taking a class to get me back to basics (a class during which I gained another 5lbs) I finally got into the groove again. I'm working out 5 days a week - just doing little baby step kinds of things. I'm eating more healthy and reducing portion size and it has started to become just a normal amount of food again. This time I'm really trying to be mindful when eating. Sometimes I close my eyes to taste the flavors and textures. So far I've lost about 16lbs and I know I'll reach a goal weight but more importantly, reach a goal way of life I can sustain. I'll never diet. That doesn't work. Changing my choices. That works. Good luck to you. It is hard but so much worth it. And give a yell when you feel despair. This is a good community and one whose members have probably been where you are now, wherever that is. :-)
You guys are awesome. I appreciate all the advice. I'm ready to get back on track!!
Of course you can! I'd recommend that you start tracking every single thing you put into your mouth with something like MyFitnessPal. That will show you what you're consuming and what you need to change. From there it's a matter of getting back to your basics. Here are mine, yours might be a little bit different.
1. Prioritize protein and water
2. Deprioritize carbs, especially the refined and processed ones
3. Make the most of healthy fats
4. Eat three meals a day with no snacks
5. Avoid liquid calories (breakfast protein shake is the exception)
6. Weigh portions
7. Eat mindfully and with no distractions aside from real live people
8. Move as much as possible
9. Weigh myself daily
10. Be kind to myself
VSG with Dr. Salameh - 3/13/2014
Diagnosed with Binge Eating Disorder and started Vyvanse - 7/22/2016
Reconstructive Surgeries with Dr. Michaels - 6/5/2017 (LBL & brachioplasty), 8/14/2017 (UBL & mastopexy), 11/6/2017 (medial leg lift)
Age 42 Height 5'4" HW 319 (1/3/2014) SW 293 (3/13/2014) CW 149 (7/16/2017)
Next Goal 145 - normal BMI | Total Weight Lost 170
TrendWeight | Food Blog (sort of functional) | Journal (down for maintenance)
Accountability helps me a LOT. Logging my food and reporting in - a must!
Thanks for lifting my spirits. I was defeating myself before I even tried! I got my wls Manuel out and reread it
i can do this!
Well I sure hope so!
I realized back in November that I had regained 35 lbs. - 1/3 of my total weight lost. I started in earnest to get back to what I know to be the correct way to eat, with the help of a dietitian. So far I have lost about 12 lbs. It is slow, but PLEASE do what you need to do.
For me this was a crucial decision - was I going to face the problem head on? Or let the weight continue to climb? Yes, there is a feeling of helplessness, of shame, of guilt...all of that. But do what is best for YOU!!!!
Yes you can lose regain! I regained weight due mainly due to steroids, but also some poor eating choices. I have been able to lose most of the regain. It is slower for me, but then again every one is different and I am a lot farther out than you! Their is an excellent Back on Track Together group on here. Best wishes!!!
