MsVeDub

"My time is now." I have said these words so many times in the past 14 years. “Starting Monday, I will…..” “After this one big meal, I will….” Now, I have been doing that again. I had surgery on Dec. 20, 2012. You would think that would me my official “My time is now”, but honestly…it wasn’t. I have lost a total of 43.8 lbs. I am SO happy that the weight is coming off – but I am not happy that I am not following the RULES! Since surgery, I have NOT hit my daily protein goals or my water goals. I haven’t started really working out. This is seriously horrible! Sure, I see my weight loss, and I am happy that it’s coming off, but I also am seeing my loose skin starting to show, my hair is starting to thin out, I am exhausted 24x7, and I am dehydrated! So…I am officially kicking myself in my butt. I am going to go HARD the next 3 months. I am making this commitment to myself and all of you (if anyone else is reading this)…I am going to stick to my schedule and put myself first. I am joining the gym that is next door to my job and I am also getting a trainer once a week. I will hit my protein every day, I will drink my water every day, I will walk every day, I will do some sort of exercise Monday-Saturday (but walking only on Sunday). I am going to put an honest effort into this. I want to see what I really can achieve if I truly put my heart and soul into being healthy. My schedule is going to be crazy. I know I will hear some tell me that I am going to overdo it, or that I will burn out. Both can be possible…but I will say that if I really want this, I will push through it. I’m going to BLOG about this as much as possible. I am meeting with my trainer tomorrow for my evaluation. I will post all of my starting stats. I will also give an update at least once a week on how I’m doing. I’m going to stop weighing myself everday – and just check on Thursday’s. My Dr told me to stop weighing all together and start paying attention to how my clothes are feeling. I completely agree and understand what she’s saying, but I know this is a promise I can’t keep. I will keep that in mind, however. I will also take measurements and photos on a monthly basis. I believe this show my true progress. More soon.

msvedub

I was sleeved on 12/20 (almost 3 months ago). I had 2 pieces of CA rolls two nights ago, and it went good. So I just got some for lunch. 3 small pieces down....I will try more later...but I am SO excited that I can even eat it. Shrimp and lobster = no go for me. It comes right back up, not matter how well I chew.

My loss has been really slow. It's totally because im still not hitting my daily requirements. I'm almost 12 weeks out and down 42.

I'm loving it. I was actually shocked to see how much I don't move durning the work day. I now make sure I get up and walk around every hour. I set a daily goal, so I try really hard to hit it everyday (not that I do, but I aim for it). I think it's the best investment I made in a long time.

I'm 6 weeks out and still really struggle with food. Matter of fact... I haven't gotten my water in a day yet.

I have the same fear, but you are smoking hot!!

I'm not addicted to sex yet, but I think about it often. If your hubby is away, I'm a Pure Roamnce consultant. I can get you something to take the edge off

My NUT says to avoid shrimp until at least 6 months out. Apparently some people have trouble digesting it.

You look amazing!! Yummy!

I had my 1 month post op appointment on Friday. My Dr told to to pay more attention to how clothes fit then the scale. She also told me now it's really important for me to workout. The scale WILL go down, but it should not be the way I measure success. The scale is an addiction. One that I need to break.

I just ordered my Nike Fuelband...can't wait to get it. I think it will keep me motivated to MOVE.

What a great idea!!

That is amazing! I can't wait to be there myself.

HI there. I am a serious binge eater (or was). I had surgery on 12/20 and since then, I have had to force myself to eat. I just have no interest in it. However, this past Monday, I was eating Tomato Bisque (from Mimi's - best place ever)...and I lost my mind and ate too fast AND too much. I was in SO much pain!! I tried to throw up and couldn't. I tried walking it off and then rocked myself...it was a dissaster. It did, however, scar me from over eating again. Now I'm really taking things slow - and taking more time between bites. Are you post op?

I miss soda too...but I miss the sizzle of it. I knew that was going to be my biggest issue... I even had a huge McD's coke two days before surgery (and it sucked).

I am newly sleeved, so I can't give you tons of "experienced" words of advice... That being said, I would sit and think about things that you can have. Go back inside and talk to the manager and let them know what the issue is. They may have something that's not on the menu and you can enjoy. The comment your daughter had, well, it was mean - but she was also feeding off of your comment. It's true what she said, which you also know. The point being, a year from now, you can enjoy a small piece of pizza and look awesome doing it. I also don't understand why your whole family went to the pizza place if you can eat there. Maybe chosing a different place would be better for a while. My family doesn't care where we eat, as long as it's out. LOL! Many hugs & good luck!

I lost about the same - had my appt today. My Dr was very pleased. I'm happy with a loss. I just know tomorrow I will be less then I am today.

Miso soup or Wonton Soup (without the dumplings). I also drink V8 Fusion light. I also drink hot tea.

I was sleeved a week ago today. I was told to drink 1 ounce every waking hour. I'm constantly drinking without pain. The only time I have discomfort is when I drink my Protein shake. I need to be careful and drink slow. However, today I got a pint of Miso Soup and ate it straight through. Is that normal? No discomfort or pain. My brother in law, who was sleeved in May, told me that I need to be careful becuase I might stretch my stomach out....but wouldn't I feel that? Thoughts? I have my post-op appt tomorrow, but I wanted to see what you all think.

From being the "professional" dieter that I am *wink wink* - I would suggest journal everything. Also, if you are working out a lot, you may need to increase your calorie intake. Give it one more month. If nothing then, contact your NUT. Then you can take your journal in and they can see exactly what you are doing and make changes needed.

You look awesome! Way to go

Sounds like you had a great experience! Congrats on your sleeve. I am happy to hear you are doing so well. Way to go! Now the fun begins...

I used to LOVE honey roasted PB & crackers....dern

That is awesome! I can't wait for my husband to feel the same way!