AnaDmom3

@jjcorley I probably started with walking at about 6-8 weeks post then I started going to Zumba classes around Feb. probably not working out as much as I should/like but for last 2 months I have been doing cardio type workouts about 4 days/week and then a class with weights. My goal now is to workout at least 3 cardio days and 3 weight days. I feel like the weight has been slow to come off at a steady 1 lb a week for a while. I'm now about 10 lbs from my goal. I definitely struggle with getting my water in and usually don't do have to work on that too! Good luck and I look forward to seeing your progress!!

I was sleeved 12/16 in Mexico with BMI of 32. Gained/lost hundreds of pounds all my life and hope this tool will help me finally stay at my goal weight when I get there! Had a very easy recovery from day one (not to say I haven't thrown up several times in process). I've lost 40 lbs since sleeve date (plus 8 lbs preop diet). Goal is 10-15 more pounds but slowing down now. Easter was the irate time I did have a slice of cake and felt so guilty. My husband is only one that knows I had the surgery so it's hard when eat with friends because eat very little and can't drink at the same time. Here is my day of surgery pic and my current pic.

Thanks@YeaMe. I completely understand the losing and gaining the same 200 lbs so after going thru this process I'm using my "tool" to keep the weight off once and for all.

So I decided to share my before and 4 month post pic and stats. I was on the lower BMI side but was a personal decision for me because of yo-yo weight my whole life and although on surgery day I was down Lbs I still know myself to not keep weight off so stick to my plan. PLEASE no judgmental comments we each do what's best for us! I paid out of pocket and went to MX. Definitely not easy from day 1 but honestly much easier experience then I was expecting after reading so many posts. I'm 5'5 and highest weight 230 Starting weight 2 week pre op 203 GSV surgery day 195 (left photo) 4 months post 155 (still have a BMI and fat% considered overweight on charts) My goal weight is 145 or 140

About 10 weeks post I had a glass of wine then 2 weeks later I went on an all inclusive vacation and yes I had a drink daily but I can say if I hadn't had the surgery I would have drank all day / everyday at the pool and several more into the night so I guess although I wish I hadn't had any, I find having had one or 2 drinks per day a victory in comparison to pre surgery and I haven't had any alcohol since back home and I used to have wine pretty much daily!

Wow you are getting in a lot for less then a month post. I'm 2 1/2 months post and not sure I've had even one day yet that was 600 calories. I am 300-500 calories for majority of days but now when I go to an event I may get up to 800 calories max on that day only Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I was a week post for Christmas Eve and have a party we attend annually and I did as anonmom mentioned...I walked around with a solo cup people thought was vodka and soda when it was Water with a splash of juice and I never ate and no one even noticed! Eat what you can if it's there and just have that same plate for a long time. No one will even realize. Trust me I'm one that loves my cocktails and I haven't entertained even a sip yet. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

You look GREAT! I couldn't even see a scar. I had my surgery 12/16/16 and feel like progress is SO slow; down just 20 in over 6 weeks from surgery day. Plus my scars are very visible but I know that too will take time. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Beautiful!!! Congrats Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Live your life and enjoy it. If she is like this after a month just think what she'll be like after your loose even more weight. Start making new friends and deal with her as just a co-worker. Some people can't hide their jealousy whether she is thin and was always comforted by you being her big friend or she is overweight and now you won't be. No one needs friends like that! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Wow you look completely different. Congrats Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

So I'm 6 weeks post and really really dislike Protein shakes. Always have. I've found 2 favorite go-to that I have daily to get in at least 30 grams protein and actually love them. First is sugar free pistachio pudding made with fairlife milk and GENEPRO. It mixes very well since mix cold (I did not like Protein powder mixed in SF Jello personally) and makes 4 servings which I estimate I get 30-35 grams from one per day. Find your favorite flavor! Second is fage plain Greek yogurt with a scoop of Click Brand Mocha protein powder which gives me about 35 grams. I either have as a meal or a snack depending on the day. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Congrats you look amazing!!! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I've had none...6 weeks post Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I went to Mexico! Here is my only thought/suggestion as you will research and find a handful top rated Tijuana surgeons and price range can be $3000-$6500. My PCP says you want to know things like what staples are being used (say in that $3,000 surgery). Some have recovery houses for a day or 2, some operate in hospitals, some in their own surgery center then go to hotels. I did a lot of research and was happy with my choice on the higher end of the range as that worked for me. I also see those on lower price range very happy too! I'm 6 weeks post, have had zero issues (not even pain day of surgery and beyond) and I'm down 20 lbs from Sleeve day, 28 total with 2 week pre-op. My starting BMI was just under 32. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App