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Wow congratulations!! Great job!! Im hoping to run my first 5k ever this spring too. You must be sooooo proud!!

I agree with Alex, not drinking with my meals was a hard thing for me to get used to. Also learning to eat mindfully. In the beginning it was so hard to have to sit down and make my meals last for 30 minutes while just focusing on what I was eating. Before surgery I was a very fast eater and usually ate while watching tv or being on my phone. As hard as it was to get used to some of the new ways, I am proud of myself and I feel so much more In control for being able to do it!

I can fit in the tub! I took a bath (the first one in years because I couldnt fit good) I couldnt believe how much room I had! It felt so good to be able to lay in the tub and have my whole body under the water!! I didnt want to get Out! And... I love wrapping myself up in a normal sized bath towel instead of a big beach towel!!

1. My marriage is more exciting and fun now! Being 80lbs heavier really kept me from enjoying doing any kinds of activities with my husband and kids. Most times I would just sit back and watch them have all the fun. Now I can keep up and more! 2. I wanted to keep it a secret and tried to in the beginning. I would tell people who asked what I was doing that I was eating 6 small meals, no sugar and doing lots of exercise - all true! About 4 months after my surgery I decided to just tell the whole truth. Reasons being... I felt too bad not being completely honest especially to people who had weight problems themselves and... I feel really proud of myself and dont care so much what others think anymore. It took me awhile to get to this point though. I have always had issues with worrying about people judging me. I have had nothing but possitive comments and praise from everyone ive told! 3. My loose skin isnt too bad. Maybe I will feel different in the summer when im wearing less clothing. My arms bother me the most. They are very jiggly! I actually prefer the loose skin on my stomach to when it was SO big and hard and always in the way. My boobs... lets just say they are pretty sad looking! Push up bras help! For me, the loose skin beats how unhealthy and huge I was. 4. I was really nervous about loosing my hair too. I was very lucky and didnt have any noticible hair loss. I took biotine up till a few weeks ago. 5. I agree with Babbs that the hardest part will most likely be feeling tired. Also trying to focus on your Water and meals and eating slow is crucial. I run a home daycare and I took only one week off and then I had my mother help me all day for 2 weeks. I was lucky to have her help and could go lay down and rest when I needed to. She had to force me to take the time to sit down and eat mindfully which would have been hard to do with my busy job of taking care of alot of little ones. 6. Worst part of my recovery was also reflux. It was bad! I dont think its too common though. Also being constipated wasnt fun. Overall my recovery was better than I thought it would be though. The best parts... im full of energy no more sleep apnea no more aching legs my size 10s are baggy can participate in and enjoy life can cross my legs

Please add me too loriq616@gmail.com thank you!

Sounds good! Where can I buy it?

Love it! Thats a great NSV moment!! I had my surgery in Aug too. Ive had a couple of times where I was folding laundy and accidently put my size 10 jeans in my 16 year old daughters pile!! Its an amazing feeling to be that small now! Cheers to us!

Exercise - I joined a gym and am also training for a 5k with a c25k app on my phone. I log all my exercise on a blank calendar. It motivates me to see all my activity and I hate seeing a blank spot if I dont exercise. tracking Water and Protein on bariastic this site! I try to come here daily for inspiration, guidance, recipes, support and so much more. I love reading the magazine articles and all the NSV momments! It keeps me motivated!

I took a yoga class! Something ive always wanted to do but felt I couldnt being 80 lbs heavier. I LOVED it and cant wait to do it again! And... I barely recognized my smaller self in the mirror!

Wow nausea and vomiting for 2 months! Thats awful and must have been really hard. Im so glad your feeling better!

I was sleeved on Aug 10. Im down 80 lbs including pre op. I no longer have sleep apnea! Im doing great! I love how I have so much more energy and i am really enjoying living an active lifestyle now. The hardest part for me is getting in all my water. I was hopping it would get easier as time went on but i still really struggle with this. How are things going with you Ayrw71? From the looks of your stats your doing AMAZING!

I have 2. First - i bought a size medium exercise pants. I have to say I look good in them! Second- another car parked too close to me while I was in the store and I was able to squeeze into my car! In the past ive had to either wait or go in through the passenger side and climb over into the drivers side. Not a pretty sight!

Welcome to my sister!! Im so glad you joined this site! You will find so much support and great advice here! I agree with inner surfer girl. Make sure to follow your program. Your doing great so far! Love you!!!

Congratulations! I feel the same exact way! Its a pretty awesome feeling!

Love this! Very helpful! I really need to work on eating more veggies.