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carstanger

Gastric Sleeve Patients
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    Started 'Couch to 5k today' Anyone keen?

    I was very disappointed when I had to stop training for a 5k run because of knee replacement but... I kept going . I walked the 5k in 1 hour and 6 months. I was never going to do another one since I had proved that I could do it. Well, my husband talked me into doing another one in July. Will try to get under an hour. Actually, I burn more calories when I do the water aerobics and my feet and knee don't hurt. Not on any anti inflammatory meds at all. A few aches and pains but I am 66!!!! Lost 70 pounds so far and that has helped a lot!! I can help with shoes too! I bought SAS walking shoes and wear my orthotics too as well as a lift in one shoe. Good luck!
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    I'm pregnant!

    Congratulations!!! I'm sure the doctor and or nut will help you figure this out!!!
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    Rheumatoid Arthritis buddies

    I have osteo arthritis in knee and feet. Knee replacement 2 years ago. Have lost 70 pounds and not on any naisdmrds and not even taking Tylenol !!
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    Started 'Couch to 5k today' Anyone keen?

    I've had to use quick stop too!! Walking outside later today as it is beautiful out!!
  5. I had two weeks before and 3 weeks after. If you do it right? You'll not have to do it again. It is well worth it to be safe for surgery and heal!!! Good luck!!
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    chinese food

    I've been happy with most restaurants, too!
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    November 2012 sleevers

    Thanks!!
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    females.

    My surgery was all lapascopic but talk with your doctor. Good luck with the surgery!!! You should do well!
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    I cant get myself motivated to exersise

    Do you have friends who could meet you at the gym?? That always helps me..Just a suggestion...Neighbors to walk with???
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    Michigan Sleevers

    So sorry to hear about your Mom!! She is with you all the time in the sunshine, blue skies, birds singing etc, flowers blooming. Remember your special time. My mom passed away in April, had been going downhill for a couple of years, and the last 3 months were really difficult. My thoughts are with you as I know this is difficult. She knows what you are doing. Keep in touch!
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    I cant get myself motivated to exersise

    I'm a 66 year old who did a 5 k walk for the first time in April. Water aerobic exercise 3 times a week... Golf twice a week. Still taking a cart because I hit so many times for 9 holes. Will walk another 5 k in color run in Lansing MI in July. I hated exercise!! Haha
  12. Also in coffee or tea if it is decaf.
  13. I was told I could count the fluid in shakes, soup.
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    Bathing suit for water aerobics

    One piece because the water makes the tankini top balloon out and the skirts are very dripping getting out!! Nobody really cares though so what is comfortable with boob support so you don't bounce out????
  15. I bought a pair of long workout shorts at Target thst are tight enough to hold the stimach . Not sure what part is pains? Wear a wick away shirtsleeved shirt over to help cover up flab from muffin top!
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    November 2012 sleevers

    Highest weight 225.5. Sleeved 11/12/13 and today I was 155.4!!! 70 pounds gone!! I do the best when I go to water aerobics! Walking my second 5K in July in Lansing MI...color run...Started at 22/24 or 2x and just bought a skort in size 14. Most things are 16 P right now. I finally feel better in my own skin..even though it is hanging in places!! Ha!!
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    Coffee & Weight Gain Study

    I agree!!
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    After WLS...I lost my 3 best friends

    When we traveled to Florida in early May, I just made sure I made good choices as we always stop at fast food places, use the bathroom and get stuff to go. I lost weight during the 10 days we were gone. I just made sure that I also walked!!!
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    Michigan Sleevers

    Anyone close to Lansing and doing the color run (I'm walking) 5K on July 13th???
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    chinese food

    Had lettuce wrap with meat and veggies instead of the tortilla at a small restaurant.
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    66 and sleeved!

    Sleeved 11/12/12 and down 68 pounds. Walking my 2nd 5k in July. Off many of my meds!! Feeling great!!
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    Started 'Couch to 5k today' Anyone keen?

    Signed up for 5k color run in July! They said Zi can walk it. Run ,crawl. Do cartwheels. It't in Lansing Mi if anyone is game to add to our team. So Far my husband and me!!
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    Local Y, or Curves?

    Curves was hard on my knees, so I go to the Y and do Water Aerobics. Easy on my joints!! Also have a treadmill to walk at home when it is dark outside or cold!
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    Stomach noises?

    I had none of that until after 6 months out so can't help with the question. Sorry!!
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    Bizarre trend?

    Many might be having surgery for the first time, and don't realize how it affects the body and how long it takes to recover. Then we have the change of eating habits added to this to make it harder.

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