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Yea I know that would probably be a good idea and I'll def check that book out! My life's turned upside down the past couple of years. Went through a divorce prior to starting my weight loss journey. Definitely was good motivation to take care of myself after he decided he preferred skinny blondes.... I feel like I'm happy now and I never really was while married. I just struggle with self confidence and self image and it's just been multiplied now that I'm actually getting compliments and attention. I clearly don't take compliments well. Something I'm trying to work on but doubt it'll get better until I get to where I believe it myself. That's the struggle! Trying to respond with a "thank you" instead of a "you're drunk/blind/crazy".

Stunning! Congrats!

You look amazing. We started at the same weight and I've been stuck at 224. Can you provide me any pointers? Oh and when was your surgery date? If you don't mind me asking?My surgery was 11/10/15 and I lost a good chunk pre op. But def just don't stress the scales and numbers. It just makes it all painful! For me the scale moved more the more work I put in at the gym. And diet wise I try and stick to mostly lean Proteins, seafood, sashimi and veggies and drink tons of Water. you'll get there! I'm at 199 now.

Sending happy thoughts!!!! You definitely seem as prepared as you can possibly be! Can't wait till I'm to that phase. Good luck girl!!!!!

I consulted in March 2015. Did 6 months supervised diet and then was scheduled for November 2015 (first available for my surgeon). Waiting sucks!!!! But I'm thankful I'm that it gave me plenty of time to prepare mentally ((mostly by reading other people's journeys on here)) and start making healthier choices. Good luck!!!

Down 143lbs!

Good luck!!!

CW 199 GW 175

Hey all! I'm scheduled in november and looking to connect with some friends/buddies similar in age((I'm 28)) /situations ((dating/surgery/life/what to wear!)).....basically just friends going through the same things. Message them maybe email/text. Seems like it would be nice to have someone to relate to and bounce questions back and forth while going through this! -B

This site is definitely a great resource to read through other people's experiences and learn a lot about what to expect on the journey. I'd keep reading and gathering information. Knowledge is power. Schedule some consults with surgeons if you haven't already. It's scary and not at all an easy journey, but getting healthy is so worth it! I was 340 at my HW. You can do anything with a little hard work and dedication! I wish I'd have started it at 22! Good luck!

I found this at costco and it's been a great alternative for when I'm missing Pasta. A 2oz serving has 24g of Protein.

I'm in too!

Definitely all great advice!!!! I was sleeved November 2015 and have been training to do a half April 17th. I've been struggling diet wise to have the energy to sustain me for the long distance runs. I'm still really restricted. Eat healthy but hitting 1000-1200 calories is a struggle. How do you eat on your long run days? Or are you planning on packing Snacks or carb loading for race day? I attempted the Disney princess half 2 years ago at 280lb+ and made it 9 miles before my body gave out. Not I'm definitely more prepared but have a whole different set of concerns. I'll be up at 2/3am.....race starts at 5am.....I typically eat just lean Protein and veggies, with a premier Protein shake each morning for Breakfast. Any recommendations for race day? Definitely looking forward to it tho!!!!!! Good luck with yours!!!!!!

Congrats on taking the first step! You'll do great! I fluctuated a lot from the time I was little (always overweight) until I started this journey last year. I was sleeved November 2015 and it's definitely the best decision I've ever made health wise. Being able to be more active and keep up with my kiddo is by far the best part. HW 340lbs. SW 259lbs. CW 199lbs. Still a ways to go but definitely doing my best to enjoy the ride. Good luck girl!!!

You look amazing! And I've just gotten to that same mindset with shorts and short dresses! Shopping is a blast now!

Best day ever!!!!! I haven't seen a 1 in front of my number since elementary school! 140lbs down!

200.2 today!!!! Going to sweat it off at the gym!!!! Fingers crossed for tommorrow!

I'm 5'10 and my goal is 170lbs ((which would also be 50% from my highest weight of 340lbs)). I'd like to stay at or below 170lbs since my "healthy weight" ranges from about 150-170lbs.

I'm bordering it as well and less than 5lbs away! Driving me crazy and I absolutely cannot wait! I can't remember ever as an adult being under 200lbs. The last time I remember a scale starting with a 1xx I was in 5th grade. 180lbs. Cried and avoided scales like the plague for years! Getting fit has been the best thing that's ever happened to me.

Congrats!!!!

Hw 340lbs Sw 259lbs ((11/10/15)) Cw 209lbs Today I fit into my "goal dress" which I haven't been able to squeeze into in nearly 10 years!!!! Still about 39lbs away from goal....on a mission!

I was sleeved 11/10/15 and lost 80lbs preop and in total now since surgery 118lbs. Totally possible just follow the plan!

My first consult was in March. I had to do a 6 month medically supervised weight loss program w my PCP. Then they were scheduling 6 weeks out. I had my sleeve done November.

I also read somewhere rapid weight loss can cause stretch marks to become really itchy as well. There was some science about why that I can't recall! But it was def worse than the itchy incisions for sure!

The itching was the worst!!!!! I grinned and bared it the first few weeks till my incisions healed and closed up. Lotion and warm water soothes it for me.