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I literally dont care what anyone thinks, i tell anyone who will listen, some people have expresssed opinons that they dont think i should do it but i havent had anyone be mean to me, but they probably wouldnt go there anyway because they know i would give it right back. i leave tomorrow morning to be sleeved by dr aceves in mexico and i cant wait!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

That's awesome! I have my first post op and fill on Wednesday! I too want to swim - let me know how you feel and how it goes!

Congrats! Its a fantastic feeling isn't it! Since you havent exercised in a couple months, start slowly, since the surgery you will get tired faster, listen to your body and work up to where you were before.

welcome to the site!! I had VSG the same day you did!! Congrads!! Feel free to keep intouch and ask question! Nicole

Congrats..... now don't get discouraged when that weight loss evens out in the next few weeks. The next couple months are the hardest. You may get on the scale and have none to very weight loss. This is because you have little to no restriction in your band. This is when your will power will be challenged the most. I could eat most anything and a pretty good bit of it. When i realized this .... these are some of the things i did. Not saying this will happen but if it does...... I stayed away from buffets and all fast foods. Lets face it, they are two of the reasons most of us gained weight in the first place. When I went out, i tried to order soup or if nothing appealed to me i ordered and i told the server to bring a go box when my meal was brought. I immediately packed away 75% of my food and only left what my portion should be on the table. Do not reopen the box...... Refuse the drink.... the server will look at you as if you have an alien on your face... would you like water.... you say... no thanks. You will have to get use to this. Better start from the get go. Practice taking a bite and putting your fork down... remove it from your hand. This will help you get use to eating slowly and to chew your food till it is mush in your mouth. Put the scale (aka the Devil) in the trunk of your car..... i know this sounds crazy. But if its there you will stand on it. Exercise..... i can't stress this enough.... i started walking and then Zumba... When i first started i couldn't do 30 min on a threadmill, and about 5 min on the elliptical. Take it slow, but move as much as you can. Oh and muscle milk lite.... Latte..... yummy wishing you all the success in the world....

Great job, you're doing awesome! food probation officer...LOL! XD

I tell anyone who asks about my weight loss how I did it. BUT, I have a different personality than many. I'm not intimidated by many people and I have no problem standing up for myself. At one time, my "level" was sleeve evangelist. I think that's a perfect title for me. I find myself wanting to tell obese strangers about my surgery and success so far!

good for you! i'm hoping to be there eventually

awesom possum !!! i want to be you ! im down 12 lbs so far, cant wait until im down 26 ! way to go !!

Congratulations!