Christine G.

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  • BMI 24.4

Obesity & Me

Describe your behavioral and emotional battle with weight control before learning about bariatric surgery.

I have been consistantly gaining weight since I was 20. Kids, stress, depression and no exercise took it's toll. I developed high blood pressure, swollen ankles, sore knees and back. I am a singer in a band and being the "lead lady" just didn't fit my body image. Looking at pictures of me on stage made me come to the realization that I was fat. I needed to fix it once and for all. Diets only worked for a bout 20 lbs at a time, but never stuck. I have a love for food and very little will power....

What was (is) the worst thing about being overweight?

I felt tired and slow all the time. I couldnt participate in activities with my family and friends. I just felt awful being on the sidelines all the time.

If you have had weight loss surgery already, what things do you most enjoy doing now that you weren't able to do before?

I am one year out and am skinny!!! I am happy and energetic. I feel great and am adjusting to the new me. I have gone sledding, walked a 5k, signed up for Relay for LIfe and my singin is stronger than ever. I love my new clothes! I still enjoy food, but choose wisely as to what to "spend" my calories on and enjoy the smaller portions.

ARE YOU READY TO PAY IT FORWARD & SHARE YOUR JOURNEY? Your journey will help highlight the many ways weight loss surgery improves lives and makes a difference in our families, communities and world. EACH JOURNEY COUNTS as a voice towards greater awareness.

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