nursemeg89

Before- 296 pounds. "Current" 179 pounds. Surgery date November 18,2012. 6 months ago!

To all: Thank you so much to all for the incredible support that you always show me! In response to a lot of questions- when I'm motivated I will definitely type out my daily food intake. I think ill track and post this week. Also, I am 23 years old, turning 24 next month.

I am 5'3" don't have much loose skin at all, would like to tighten up arms and lower abdomen more at the gym but it's nothing I am concerned about. I work out frequently, my favorite workout is spinning classes which I attend 2 times a week. Also do some body sculpting classes which incorporate a lot of lighter weight training with some cardio. Thank you for the compliment

November 2012 of course sorry. Just came off a nightwork and am leaving a lot to be desired with brainpower. Yes I go to my 6 month appointment this week!

Congratulations!!!!!!!!! So happy for you!

If u told me a couple months ago I would be posting a bathing suit pic online, I wouldn't believe you! But I'm on a mini-vacation in Florida and decided I would give it a go! I'm about 5 months post op, my surgery date was November 19, 2012. Pre-op weight- 296. Current weight- 184. Goal weight- 150. 34 more pounds to go to goal!!!

Thank you! My dog says thanks too

I am short 5'3" but carry weight fairly well. I am a size 10 pants and medium tops at 184 pounds.

Trish- my advice would be to set small goals for yourself, stay positive, work activity into your daily life and find a way to work out that you enjoy! I love spinning classes! Also, listen to everything your nutritionist has to tell you!

Cottage cheese is amazing with apple butter! Found at Amish farmers markets

Congrats!!!! U are looking great! Keep up the amazing work!

You're doing great!!!! Congrats, keep up the good work!

Yay awesome. I am going to give myself until june 11th, my 24th bday to reach a weight of- 175 pounds. My stats; Surgery date- November 19, 2012 Highest weight- 296 Current weight- 196 Summer goal of 175 means I need to lose 21 pounds!!! I hope I can do it!!!!!

You're right, we're about the same age- I'm 23. And feel free to ask me any questions, I am always super honest and open. Excess skin hasn't been an issue for me. I do have a small amount of looser skin to my lower abdomen and arms, but I am confident that ill be able to tighten up a lot at the gym! You are also doing wonderfully with your weight loss!! Congrats!!

I just wanted to share my excitement with everyone because today (a couple days shy of 4 months post-op) I REACHED ONE-DERLAND! Starting weight: 296 Date of Surgery: November 19, 2012 TODAYS WEIGHT- 199!!!!!!!!!! ONE-DERLAND!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I attached before and "current" pictures so u guys can see my progress (

Thank you all so much!!!!!!

A bunch of my friends (sleevers and non-sleevers) are doing the "Bootcamp" this Monday-Friday that was detailed on another thread. Why don't you try it with us this week?

Thank you all so much! Yes, I had the sleeve November 19th, just over 4 months ago.

I haven't had any stalls yet (virtual knock on wood) my weight is Definitely not coming off as fast as it was immediately post-op, but I'm still losing each week. Thank you so much!

Petra- My surgeon seems to think my success is pretty closely related to my age. He was shocked with my results so far, as I have been. Also, I started at a much higher weight (and shorter height!) than you, so your 37 pounds lost puts you not far from me on the scale. You should be so amazingly proud of yourself for everything u have accomplished and will continue to accomplish! -nurse meg

My surgeon is DR Kakkilaya he practices out of woodstown, nj.

Thanks Everyone for the kind comments! I'm only 23, I used to feel much older being so overweight. Now I think I finally starting to look and feel my age! In response to the question, I just take my weight loss one day at a time. I listen to EVERYTHING my nutritionist tells me, and actually do follow mostly everything. In my program, we don't count calories. The main goal is ensuring 60-80 grams of protein each day. I don't eat many carbs at all, and focus on lean meats and veggies primarily. I also am very active as a nurse, and love spinning classes at my local gym. I truly appreciate all of the kind remarks, they are so encouraging! Also, I'm 5'3"