Natoshia

Tomorrow is my surgery date!! I am so nervous, yet very excited and relieved that the day is finally here. Please keep me in your thoughts and prayers. Looking forward to being on the losers bench!! Thanks, Natoshia

I also wear Danskin yoga pants and their t-shirts. I've not experienced any shrinking. My goal is to one day buy a Spanx workout outfit, they are SUPER cute! I feel as though I have to look decent because I'm a people watcher and notice what people are wearing, including their shoes, I LOVE CUTE TENNIS SHOES. My shoes are neon yellow. So, of course, go for what makes you feel comfortable, and hit the gym!

I also use lose it! Ncourtland75@gmail.com

Thanks to this thread, I am going to put StriVectin "EVERYWHERE" loose skin occurs! Looking into Ben Wa balls, it's never too late to learn a new "trick", lol.

I'm 3 days post-op and went to the gym this morning. Did 36 mins on the tredmill at 2.0 mph and 1-2 incline, not my personal best, but it's a start. I also did one rep of chest, shoulders, and back on the machines. My doctor cleared me for the gym with light weight training the day I was discharged. His motto is "if it hurts then stop". He's a huge advocate to exercise as a major component to successful weight loss with the sleeve. I'm still energy deprived, but I also l know you have to expend energy to gain energy.

Sending up prayers for you. Here's to a safe surgery and a speedy recovery'

Sending up prayers for you for a safe surgery and a speedy recovery!

I had my surgery in Nashville, TN at Baptist Hospital. My surgeon requires 1 day, if any complications then you have to stay 2 nights. I'm feeling great today!

I am home and feeling a little discomfort, I relate this to gas, No nausea or vomiting a few muscle spasms every now and again.

Thanks to everyone that hade in their thoughts this AM. I'm out of surgery and everything went well. I've already walked 2 laps. Going to nap and do it again. Thanks again!!

Thank you all! Will keep you all posted. Simplejaxgirl, I'll be praying for you on Wednesday! We can do this.

Congrats!! You are starting on a brand new journey, and being scared is part of the journey. My date is Dec. 3 and I'm terrified, but ecstatic at the same time. So many mixed emotions going on right now. RELIEF is one of the major ones. I am relieved to finally realize I couldn't do it on my own and that this tool exist to aid me on this journey. Congrats once again, you'll do great!!

My surgery is on Dec. 3. I am really getting nervous as the date approaches. If I may suggest a Protein, Isopure is great. I have used it for the past 2 weeks and I still can stomach the taste. Premier is also excellent, I take it to work with me. I wish everyone luck with your upcoming surgery dates!

Also, this just happened, to be able to bend over without feeling like my head is going to explode from the pressure!

I can't wait to go zip-lining and have "adult activities" while holding my stomach in order for it not to make that horrible clapping sound. To NOT ever hear "you have such a pretty face" ever again. Not make fun of my own weight! Wear a cute bathing suit and not feel I have to cover myself as soon as I get out of the pool. Become my son's role model about healthy eating and lifestyle.

Me too, me too! I would love the booklet ncourtland75@gmail.com. Thanks in advance! Surgery on Dec. 3.

Tonight I added a tablespoon of SF FF cheesecake pudding mix to my chocolate protein drink and it was delicious! Added 9 calories and 0.8 carbs! Mixed with 6pz Hood Dairy drink (reduced fat) and 6oz water.

The Grape flavor is ok. I was more put off by the texture, I thought it was a bit thick, but 40gms is 40 gms.

I also wanted to mention Isopure Zero Carb "clear" drinks, I found them at GNC, The Vitamin Shoppe, I think Amazon has them too. They have 40g of whey isolate protein and are like Gatorade or Powerade. They are quite expensive, but at least a different protein option.

Look up the Bariatric Foodie and Dashing Dish for recipe options.