3 Months & 3 Weeks Post OP Plus a 5k
Okay! So it has been a while since I last posted. I have been busy and adjusting to life after surgery. I periodically read post on the lightweight forum, which I enjoy much better than the other forums. In my last post, I was just beginning my exercise regiment. I have been exercising since my 8th day post OP. I decided that I was not going to allow my pouch to do all the work and I was going to take accountability for my own success and use the pouch for what it was designed for, a tool. I exercise 5-6 times a week 3-4 miles each work out. I started out walking, then I increased to power walking now I am jogging. Yes you heard me jogging LOL! I also joined Black Girls Run. I work out with them (2) days a week. BTW the group is a nationwide group and is open to all races/nationalities. The mission is to promote healthiness among Black Women. Check out the website www.blackgirlsrun.com. Here is the kicker, I did my 1st 5k on this past Saturday. Whoever would have thunk LOL! I practically ran the entire race except for about 200 meters. I finished with a bang and my time was 54 minutes. God is Awesome! I prayed and asked God prior to surgery for supernatural healing and weight loss and He has done exactly that, BUT faith without works is dead. I am so grateful for what God is doing my life. As of my last weigh-in I have lost a total of 55 pounds (total). My personal weight loss goal is 150 and ultimate goal is 140. So I have about 30 lbs to go to reach my goal. If I lose more weight that is fine too LOL! I am not going to stop it. I only get on the scale once a month. Like I said in a previous post, I refuse to allow the scale to dictate my journey/success. I have uploaded updated pics on my page. I am now working towards my next 5K (Yeah)! I am not a veteran, but if anyone have any questions or need encouragement feel free to reach out. #TeamMeNOTu #anotherButGodmoment
HW: 235, SW: 215, GW: 140 
How wonderful. I loved running when I could do it. I don't miss it any more and there are other things I can do but I enjoy hearing about others success running. Sounds like you are going great. Just keep on keeping on.
66 yrs young, 4'11" hw 220, goal 120 met at 12 months, cw 129 learning Maintainance
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