Kim S. posted a discussion topic 11 years, 10 months ago
Pictures - Finally got a few on my profile-LBL and BL was on November 9, 2012.   I'm off to try yoga for the 1st time since surgery!

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Kim S. posted a discussion topic 11 years, 10 months ago
Post LBL swelling - My swelling seems to be worse now than earlier on.  And it is so RANDOM.  It isn't associated with lack of fluids, or exercise, or lack of exercise.  It either happens or doesn'...

Kim S. posted a discussion topic 11 years, 10 months ago
VSX Victorias Secret sports bra review - Ran in mine today-OMG-best sports bra ever. Worth every penny-will be getting more!

Kim S. posted a discussion topic 11 years, 10 months ago
Maintenance-it never gets easy-but it does become - Here we are on the cusp of a new year. And we've just finished a few months of overindulgence. And you, like me probably feel it! Yesterday I emptied the candy bowl and put it away...

Kim S. posted a discussion topic 11 years, 10 months ago
2013-what is your commitment? - The new year is right around the corner.  Are you at goal weight and lost for something to light the fire in you?  Often we are so caught up in the weekly losses, shrinking bodi...

Kim S. posted a comment 11 years, 10 months ago
My DH is not obese, and has never had a fat day in his life. ...

Kim S. posted a discussion topic 11 years, 10 months ago
New bras post BL - I got the go ahead from the doctor to bra shop and go back into underwire after Christmas.  So today I headed to VS.  I needed all new bras since the old ones were showing wear ...

Kim S. posted a discussion topic 11 years, 10 months ago
Incredible Sports Bra - Since I had the BL I needed all new bras.  Got the go ahead from the doc to bra shop after Christmas.  So today I headed to VS for all new bras.  The sales person that got me hi...

Kim S. posted a discussion topic 11 years, 10 months ago
Got to meet an OH friend! - nfarris79 (Nicole) and I met on the 23rd while she was here visiting her in-laws for Christmas.  We met at a local park and she was gracious enough to slow down for me and stop ...

Kim S. uploaded a photo 11 years, 10 months ago

Kim S. posted a discussion topic 11 years, 10 months ago
Day one-no compression - I thought I'd be ecstatic to get out of the Spanx by day and the binder at night.  Well, I slept without the binder last night, and it was actually weird.....I was very "aware" ...

Kim S. posted a discussion topic 11 years, 10 months ago
5 week follow up-LBL and BL - I had my surgery  on November 9th.  Healing has gone exceptionally well.  As of my appointment today, I have no restrictions, and no longer need to wear any binder or compressio...

Kim S. posted a discussion topic 11 years, 10 months ago
1 month post op-pictures - I am a month and a few days post op LBL and BL.  Today I have on my "smallest" jeans from pre-surgery.  I still have swelling....not excessive, but I definitely have some.  And,...

Kim S. uploaded a photo 11 years, 10 months ago

Kim S. uploaded a photo 11 years, 10 months ago

Kim S. posted a discussion topic 11 years, 11 months ago
I ran! I ran! 1 month after LBL and BL - Dr. Jack said I could try running when I was one month out....well.....I was out power walking last night, 3 days before my one month....and I decided to try a few sprints just ...

Kim S. posted a comment 11 years, 11 months ago
Sounds like you are in a good place and on the right path.

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Kim S. posted a comment 11 years, 11 months ago
You are adorable! I hate you! Just kidding....time to do sushi...

Kim S. posted a discussion topic 11 years, 11 months ago
TGIF Workouts! - It will still be a while before I can workout at my normal level, but I am doing something!  I walked last night, and today I'll do some light weight work on my arms/shoulders. ...

Kim S. posted a discussion topic 11 years, 11 months ago
17 days out-LBL and BL - Recovery still going very well.  I'm still taking two pain pills at night-staying in one spot too long makes me very stiff.  I'm back at work today-working from home this week, ...

Kim S. posted a discussion topic 11 years, 11 months ago
Progress-11 days out LBL and BL - For the past two nights I've slept all night in my bed!  I am sleeping so much better in the bed.  I'm only taking 2 pain pills at night now and Tylenol by day since 3 days afte...

Kim S. posted a comment 11 years, 11 months ago
you look great! and appear to be healing well.

Kim S. posted a discussion topic 11 years, 11 months ago
Just wanted to check in! - I'm one week post op LBL and BL and I soooo miss exercising!  I am walking outside each day, and can't wait until I can run again! I will tell you this....being in great shape i...
About Me
Helena, AL
Location
28.3
BMI
RNY
Surgery
05/01/2009
Surgery Date
Aug 15, 2008
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May 2009
324 lbslbs
May 2010
157 lbslbs

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