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Today I am 2 months + 1day past my operation. I am down 55 lbs. But this journey is more than just the weight loss. This journey is about rediscovering myself. For the last 9yrs I have hid myself in the roles of being a wife and a mother. The heavier I got, the less I did. I became a bystander to my life. And worse, to my kids life. This surgery has given me my courage back. My confidence. My sense of a adventure. The day I had my surgery I started walking and have not stopped. Today I walked my 1st 5k. And I signed up for 2 more this summer. I cannot believe I am a 5k'er. I went in to this surgery thinking I would lose weight and get healthier. I never considered I would find myself along the way!

I was exhausted for a while when I was about where you are. I think it's to be expected. I'd take any dietary advice from a counselor with a grain of salt - she's a counselor, not a doctor or surgeon or nutritionist. I think your calorie level is about right for your size and where you are. If you're still losing weight, I'd keep doing what you're doing until your doctor tells you otherwise. But I'd talk to your surgeon and nutritionist. Also consider asking for bloodwork orders to check your vitamin levels.

I'm pre-op so couldn't really say but it looks like you should mourn all the extra money you'll be spending on shopping ))

I am 8 months post op and more or less at goal. I eat a protein bar or shake every day for breakfast. Lunch is chicken or turkey, a little no fat cheese, and a small tortilla. Sometimes I make it a salad instead of the tortilla. Dinner is typically the same, but I do indulge now and then. Today I had part of a turkey club and a few fries. I have a protein bar in the afternoon, and usually a protein shake after my dinner around 8:30. Occasionally I'll have some berries or nuts as a snack. When I really want something different, I'll have a part of a waffle or a piece of pizza, but rarely. I average about 1400-1500 calories a day, 140-160 grams protein. That's more protein than most sleevers, but I lift weights four times a week. Occasionally I get a craving and occasionally I indulge it, but I'm satisfied most days. It comes and goes a little - some days I'm hungry and eat could eat more, others I get full quickly. I've found the key thing is to plan ahead and measure. Measuring keeps me from overeating since I'm always eating a predetermined portion.

I added you on instagram, my date is this Thursday at 8am! I'm trying to take it easy and relax and not give it too much thought otherwise I start giving myself anxiety attacks.

Congratulations! I'm about the same. - 50+ lbs in 2 1/2 months. Height: 5'0" Weight for WLS consultation: 216 lbs. Surgery date: 2/13/17 Goal: -71 lbs for healthy BMI (about 145 lbs). Current weight: 160 lbs My profile picture is not me. It's my "FITspiration" body.

Congrats & glad to hear! I'm on liquid only to shrink my liver & it's going surprisingly well. Two scoops Garden of life and two scoops of Orgain & one pack of Costco frozen berry smoothie mix with blueberries raspberries and strawberries. That combined makes two perfect shakes within the guidelines. Ms. Brightside 116 Replied: May 13 · Report That sounds really good. I never would have thought to mix different protein powders. Thanks! SEAHAWKS FAN! 43 Replied: May 13 · Report 31 grams of protein in 1 shake. Remember that makes 2 smoothies though. I blend it with just over 2 cups of water & it makes 2 16oz. Smoothies.

I am 2 years out and consume in the ballpark of 1900 to 2100 calories per day, although I don't really count, track or measure anything. I consume about 120 grams of protein per day. I do not count carbs or fat...I eat as much of these as I please. Since I sucked at adhering to diets in the past, I've decided I will not engage in the dieting mentality again. Breakfast: 3 cups of coffee with half & half creamer and artificial sweetener Late morning: 1/2 cup cottage cheese and a baked apple Lunch: Roasted chicken drumstick, 1/2 cup side salad, 1/2 cup Spanish rice Mid afternoon: Roasted chicken thigh, two cheese quesadillas, 1/2 cup salad Late afternoon: Quest chocolate chip cookie dough protein bar Dinner: Flatbread pizza with turkey pepperoni and jalapenos Bedtime: Roast beef & cheddar sandwich on 45-calorie multi-grain bread

Mine is 25 May...[emoji120][emoji120][emoji120]s

Watch Dr Weiner's clips on YouTube,he's got 20+ on there. There's pre-op guidance through to 1 year post-op. I have found his advise invaluable,amazing guy.