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Today I ran 16 minutes! Like, I ran ran. Training for a 5k. Completed week 5 day 2 of training tonight which called for two 8 minute runs. It feels good to be active again. Also, I was recently able to slip on a size 16 dress (down from a size 26) in about 8 weeks time! Keep running toward your goals and crush them! Hw: 310 SW: approx. 293 (5/31/2017) Cw:249 Sent from my LG-TP450 using BariatricPal mobile app

Update: ran for 25 minutes straight no stopping yesterday with the C25K Program! 7 weeks in with two to go before my 5K run. Hit 239 on the scale today! Sent from my LG-TP450 using BariatricPal mobile app

Thanks MemphisWLS! Sent from my LG-TP450 using BariatricPal mobile app

Granted. Its not a runners pace but I'm doing it! One foot in front of the other. Sent from my LG-TP450 using BariatricPal mobile app

Dorrieb - after my first month check in I started C25K. I run every other day. [emoji4] Sent from my LG-TP450 using BariatricPal mobile app

Thank you@itstime4me! I feel great! Sent from my LG-TP450 using BariatricPal mobile app

Oh, surgery is a tool the solution lies in you making the right decisions, following your plan and staying consistent with your exercise routines. Sent from my LG-TP450 using BariatricPal mobile app

I'm not two years out but I think what happens is you have to relearn what your body can tolerate. I feel the signs of being full now, I eat what I want, including going out (not including fast foods or high sugars) but after a few bites my body tells me I'm done. If I can't have it, I look for proper substitutions i.e., halo top ice cream instead of regular ice cream. I was afraid of FOMO but it has not been an issue at all since surgery. Good luck! Sent from my LG-TP450 using BariatricPal mobile app

Order a faux-tini when out with friends! Sent from my LG-TP450 using BariatricPal mobile app

How about no sugar added fudgsicles or halo top ice cream? Sent from my LG-TP450 using BariatricPal mobile app

Keep going! Consistency and commitment to your program will be key to success! Sent from my LG-TP450 using BariatricPal mobile app

Thank you Anastasia! Sent from my LG-TP450 using BariatricPal mobile app

Hello Everyone- Recently I've been reading through many posts and have been inspired to share my story. I started the VSG process about three years ago, however, got cold feet. I thought to myself, there's no way I can go through this, and that I could lose the weight myself. I was wrong! As a full time mom, with a full time career (and two hour commute each day), there was very little time for me to focus on myself. Three years and three co-morbidities later, I realized VSG was my best option to effectively lose the weight and keep it off! I started my journey in September of 2016 with a 6 month required nutrition based diet program by my insurance. I must say, I didn't do my best during these six months because I found myself in a shame spiral of "food funerals". I had so much FOMO that I doubled down on getting all of the things in that I would "no longer be able to have". I was so scared that I was going to fail at this. My weight increased to my highest ever at 310 lbs. (but everyone told me I didn't look that heavy because I carried it so well). Not really though. I was sore, my body ached daily and my knees started to buckle on occasion, which was scary. I couldn't muster the energy to keep a steady workout routine and when I did work out, I hurt myself. In the spring of 2017 I realized I couldn't keep it up and needed the change. That it was my time to get it done and do it right. I took a weekend trip with my husband, began meditating daily with Insight Timer and I sought professional help for the FOMO and food funerals and made great progress over three months time. Biggest lesson & light bub moment - Food is the fuel our body needs to function properly. It only has meaning, once you give it meaning. The decision was made and there was no turning back and failure is not an option. On 5/17 I began my liquid diet and on 5/31 I had my operation. I was able to come home that Friday and by Saturday, I was walking 10K steps and I haven't looked back or slowed down. I've kept up the walking momentum taking 30-45 minutes on my lunch to walk and if it's raining, I walk in our parking garage! I started the C25K program and just finished week 3 day 1. This week I will add strength training to the mix. I'm six weeks out from surgery and just celebrated 52 lbs lost - 254 lbs! It's been eight weeks that I've been without alcohol, added sugar, excess carbs, or caffeine and over 5 years since I've been this light (after having my second child) and everything from here on down is a bonus! I realized this truly is a lifestyle change for the better and that it's not an easy road. However, the things I had the most FOMO about, I haven't given a second thought or missed them in my life. I listen to my body now and it tells me when enough is enough. Even after surgery, you still have to make the choice to do the right thing which isn't always easy. But with every passing day, it gets easier. I'm so excited for these new beginnings and rediscovery. In the words of Jimmy Iovine - "When you're running after something, you should not look left or right. No. Go. Go. Go. Go." May you be well, may you be happy, may you have peace. Iconcinnity

Celebrating 61 pounds gone for good! Below 250! Every moment counts! Sent from my LG-TP450 using BariatricPal mobile app

Good luck - you got this! Sent from my LG-TP450 using BariatricPal mobile app

I hit 249 on scale today! First time in as many years as I can remember (probably 7 years or more) that I've been below 250! Success is possible! Those who struggle - keep at it and celebrate the little victories! Sent from my LG-TP450 using BariatricPal mobile app

Thanks Pixie! Its an awesome feeling. Just 4 lbs to go til I hit my next milestone! Sent from my LG-TP450 using BariatricPal mobile app

Tomato soup and thinned mashed potatoes were a lifesaver for me! Sent from my LG-TP450 using BariatricPal mobile app

I've used the unjury unflavored. Its decent. Sent from my LG-TP450 using BariatricPal mobile app

Good luck and keep consistent in your journey! Follow your plan and remember to walk as much as possible. Sent from my LG-TP450 using BariatricPal mobile app

Agree Kindle! I've been open and honest with everyone. It's not an easy journey, there's a lot of work throughout this entire life process. I've had nothing but encouragement and support from my family, friends and others. Sent from my LG-TP450 using BariatricPal mobile app

Its an awesome feeling knowing you're in control of your health and that with this tool - great things can happen! Keep up the hard work. Stay focused, motivated & dedicated! Best to you. Sent from my LG-TP450 using BariatricPal mobile app

Awesome! Stay motivated. You're doing great! Sent from my LG-TP450 using BariatricPal mobile app

Keep at it! Consistency is key. Best of luck! Sent from my LG-TP450 using BariatricPal mobile app