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I had a VSG in September of 2007 at Sequoia Hospital in Redwood City. My surgeon's name is John Feng. I got a Lower Body Lift 6 weeks ago with Dr. Kaufman in Folsom California. I have lost around 115 pounds. My highest weight was 350. I now weigh around 165. I have been married to a wonderful man for almost 12 years. I have a two year old son, and a 6 year old son. My 6 year old has Austism, so my schedule is pretty full. I spend most of my free time swimming laps. I also enjoy bike riding and I hope someday to complete a triathalon. I am having a lot of issues with wanting to eat too much of the wrong things. I am hoping everyone can help me with this. I always feel inspired after meeting with all of you and want to get back on track.

The best way to do a triathlon is to sign up for one. Then you have a deadline.

I signed up for one in Dec. and it's almost here! I'm a little nervous but I think I'll be okay.

That's good advice. Right now I am recovering from a lower body lift and I feel like my abs are going to hurt forever. I have started swimming laps, but I haven't tried running or biking yet. Where is the triathalon that you signed up for already? Good luck.


Dianna

It's the ICE Breaker Tri at Granite Bay/Folsom Lake.

I'm doing another one in June. It's called the Mermaid Tri and it's in Fremont (my backyard) but it's shorter than a typical Sprint tri. It's 400 m swim (instead of 800 m), 11 mi bike (instead of 13) and 2.5 mi run (instead of 3.1). Plus it's all women and it's very relaxed. So it's a good one to start with.

Here's the web site:

http://www.mermaidtriathlon.com/09/index.html

I kind of wish I'd picked this one as my first one. My first one has a 4 mile run so it's going to be a bit of a stretch for me!

I love Folsom. I got my plastic surgery with Dr. Kaufman. You inspired me to start running. I haven't ran for 10 years. I do swim everyday and bike. I didn't do great, but I didn't do as badly as I thought I was going to do. After I was done, I took a long bubble bath, and after that my husband and I loaded up our two year old on the back of my bike and we all rode to dinner. I have to admit I am sore, but I will swim on Monday-Thursday. I think I will try running again on Friday. I am planning to swim in the morning before the meeting in San Leandro.

I would love to try a short one first. I don't know if I could be ready by June. I live close to Fremont. Are you on FACEBOOK?

Thanks for the information.

Dianna

Yes, I'm on FB. PM me and I'll give you my Facebook contact info.

Bay To Breakers is coming up. My cousin is signed up for it. Might be a good way to start?

I am having issues of eating the wrong things too, maybe we can talk about it at group Saturday?

Running is what I'm having trouble with. I have a lot more work to do with preparing for a long run. I swim almost everyday and I ride my bike. Part of the problem with me is the more I exercise the hungrier I am. I am trying to make good choices, but I am ravenous. See you on Saturday. I am bringing my Mom with me.

Dianna

Got it. See you Sat!

Hello!  I have not looked at this site in a while; things have been very busy, haha... Well I had my RNY in 2005, had a baby in 2007 and after losing all that weight I gained it (well not all of it) back.. I was looking to find a support group... and remind people to always... always take your vitamins.. because no matter how long ago your surgery was, if you don’t take it you will pay for it!  I know I am, my health is not so good.   I live in Fremont, and I am just looking for a someone to talk to, and possibly a work out partner...Thanks for listening..