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I had my 2 year Surgiversay this past Sunday (2/22/13). My starting weight was 336 lbs. I now weigh 223 lbs. I avoid fast food, anything fried, refined sugar, alcohol and carbonated drinks. I know I would have lost more weight sooner If I would engage in some form of exercise, which I refuse to do. No excuses, not lazy but I feel I have sacrificed plenty. Enjoying my new lifestyle. I remember the days of struggling to tie my shoes like it was yesterday. Never going back!

Congrats on a great accomplishment! Isn't it great when people comment about the picture on our CDL's... I just worry that one day someone will say hey this isn't you! Keep up the awesome work you will get to goal!

Tomorrow is my 1 year surgi-versay. 96 lbs lost. Still a work in progress.

Jacee -The similarities we share are uncanny. I was sleeved 5 days before you. The difference between our weight loss is 9 pounds. You are 30 pounds from your goal weight, I am 39. I haven't lost 1 lb since Thanksgiving. I am not eating anything (honest) I shouldn't, though my portion sizes have increased. At this point, I think only exercise stands between us and our collective goal weight. I play drums in a band, but that's not taking off the weight. It's time for me to hit the bike.

Chelenka - I think your right. But the thought of exercising makes me ill. Finding the time to exercise (for me), is similar to finding time to have a tooth extracted!

I haven't lost (or gained) a pound since Thanksgiving. Either my scale is stuck, or I need to change something yesterday. I have dealt with plateaus before, but this is ridiculous.

I often find myself helping others, when somebody reaches a plateau and gets discouraged. However, I have not lost a pound since Thanksgiving. I have gone through several plateaus, but never experienced one lasting six weeks. Though I have lost 95 lbs so far, I would like to get back on track. I celebrate my 1 year suri-versary on the 22 of next month. Anyone experience anything similar?

Simply being aware of what can happen makes me certain you will not return to your old habits. Despite getting cravings every now and then, I absolutely refuse to cave...even a little (which often leads to alot). After all, nothing tastes as good as thin feels!

Our bodies are on the same schedule. Our surgery dates were six days apart and our weight loss is identical. :-)

Nice perspective thank you and congrats!! Did your dr say how long sleevers will lose for-- I know there's a percentage that's used but I never know how to figure out what percentage I've list and what I can still expect- I was 319 now 206 since 2/25/13 ... It is difficult to obtain exact numbers on percentages of excess body weight loss. Through comparing various medical forums concerning "our" procedure, the average person realized a 66% loss of excessive weight, through surgery alone. Obviously, a proper diet and exercise will increase weight loss. So, I put this number to the test! I began my journey at 335 lbs. 66% of 335 lbs would equate to 114 lbs lost, which would put me at 221 lbs. I am presently 242 pounds, and have lost 93 pounds, but have at least 40-50 lbs to go. However, it is typical to lose weight for 2-3 years post-op. Presently, I am a few weeks short of 10 months post-op. So I am slightly ahead of the curve. (100 pounds lost per year is typical). I believe a magic number does not exist, as there are too many variables to factor. How many calories are consumed, amount of exercise, age, genetics, etc. Anyone that believes that the surgery alone will lead them to their goal weight is mistaken. WE must change our eating habits and refrain from eating the foods that lead to our obesity.

My doctor told me that as time goes by, we (sleeve patients) will gradually eat more. I know I have, and my weight loss has slowed as a result. However, I make a conscience effort to eat nutritious foods. Personally, there are three types of food I avoid. Fast food, fried food and refined sugar. Speaking for myself, I thought the weight loss would continue at the same rate as it did during the first few months. Of course that doesn't happen. However, my doctor conveyed that losing 100 lbs in the first year is typical. I will be at the 10 month on 12/22 and have lost 93 lbs. No complaints here!

Definitely experienced a slow-down during the past few months, but am happy with my over-all progress. I should hit my goal weight before my 1 year surgi-versary. Good luck to all!

Damage to your sleeve? don't be silly! I am almost 9 months post-op. Your body will tell you what you can handle. You know what sensible food is. You don't need anyone to remind or scare you. At first, I was able to tolerate soft foods, Soups, Jello, cottage cheese, etc. From there you will graduate to more solid foods. Thus far, I have lost 92 pounds. I stay away from foods that contained refined sugar, anything fried, carbonated beverages and fast food. So far so good. Remember to eat slowly and chew your food well. The more you are able to walk, the faster your body will rid itself of the gas (trapped air during surgery). Enjoy your journey!