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I’m going through this too. Especially with being cooped up inside. Could really use some serious help now. Sounds crazy but it’s feels good to hear I’m not the only one. I’m 2 years out as well....

Coming across this thread now. I actually have just been given the PCOS diagnosis and I am a year and 4 months out from surgery.....go figure!

Running my first race on 5/19. It will be one hell of a race because it’s a long distance. I can complete the distance on my own an I am confident I will do well. My question is, what can I expect? How are these things structured? I am nervous because I’ve never done one of these and being around all those people running at the same time, lol. And advice would be appreciated :)

I hear you. The course was absolutely stunning. A few times I caught myself looking around instead of focusing, lol. And you are completely right. Seeing and feeling what I am capable of is the most amazing feeling. Thanks for the support. On the the next one 😎

Here’s some pics! Finished strong. That’s all I wanted ❤️ How did yours go?

I had surgery 3/2018. As soon as they gave me the ok to exercise, I did and have built up since then. For the few weeks I’ve been able to complete 13.1 miles. I run 3x a week and cross train. Running schedule consists of 4 hill miles, then a fast 6 miles then the long run. Cross training consists of weights and HIIT on off days and 2 rest days. Fueling has been ok. Although, I hate eating pasta now, I eat it before I run and while I run I drink Gatorade. Still haven’t mastered the stomach issues that come after my long run though 😦 After reading your post, that Gatorade may be the issue, lol!!

I am in the same boat you are in. I was sleeved 3/26/18 and down 140 lbs. Started around 290lbs, now approx 150lbs (it fluctuates). My gym pointed out the picture I took when I first joined and I couldn’t even recognize myself. I had to take a closer look. I do exercise a lot. Love running now and want to do a half marathon in May. However, I just missed my first period (unrelated to pregnancy) in 22 years. To me it’s sign of too much, too soon. Need to pay a visit to the nutritionist to educate myself on how to properly fuel while training and gyno of course. I really do not pay mind to others opinions of how thin I may look to them. After all, these are people who love me and are used to seeing me obese....I understand their views but I am at a healthy weight/BMI so there is no cause for concern. However, I also need to make sure all is good on my part when my body sends a warning. Thank you for posting this. Very much needed. Good luck and congrats :)

Also, I take biotin!

Stick with your vitamins, stick with your protein. I too had fine hair and lost a lot. Now 9 months out, it’s growing back. Been reading up on vitamin E and may start eating wheat germ and sunflower seeds (1oz) to help accelerate the regrowth.

Stunning.

I’m 5 months post op and running about 4 miles 4 times a week. I’m trying to prevent injury so resting in between.Cross training is something i need to do more but I love the simplicity of jogging and love how far I’ve come in 5 months. I have about 7 more lbs to lose until I hit 100lbs lost. Once I get there I will invest in personal training and begin toning and building muscle hopefully that will propel me to a 10k. I can’t wait 🤩 Good luck to you on your journey.

Me too! I love it! I missed it so much. I’m right where you are girl and hope to do a 5K soon! The weight has also melted off since surgery by taking on running. Congrats!

4.5 months out 1200 calories a day. Down 85lbs.

I took 2 weeks and did well. I did not have a choice. But if you can take 3, why not? It’s a big adjustment and focusing on yourself for as long as you could will only benefit you.

Since this surgery, certain things have amazed me. First, how tastes change. I think this is crazy! Like Creekimp13 said, I’ll take the distaste for sweets for now! Second, how weight fluctuates after. I was teetering between the same 4 lbs for weeks. Exercising/eating well. Then just this morning I was down an additional 4 lbs out of nowhere.

I am 3 months post sleeve surgery. Weight loss has been great, lots of energy, working out, eating healthy. Although lately, I’ve been kind of grossed out by food (even unhealthy food). I’ve found the only thing that does not gross me out are crackers. Saltines, thin wasa crackers, even goldfish. Salty and bland, lol! Just wondering if anyone has had a similar experience this far out from surgery if not further?

Good to hear the aversions are there! There are times Where I’ll just drink a protein drink in place of eating because I just don’t want to do it! Never in my life have I spoken these words, lol!

I had diarrhea 2 weeks post op. This was due to the multivitamin I started taking. It was rough... lol!

Aaaaannnnndddd this is what’s wrong with this country. Instead of taking a good intentioned comment for the what it is, it is twisted into something offensive. All this person wants for you (a stranger) is to be well and you, in turn, rant about it. I’ve had Jewish (I’m not Jewish) prayers sent my way and guess what? I didn’t cry about it and run to social media, I said thank you! Again, I said thank you.

Yes, slightly upping my calories helped too. I am 5 weeks post op and hit a stall for about three weeks even though I was walking daily. I remembered several years back I was very successful with Weight Watchers and lost a lot of weight and hit a stall. The WW rep told me to increase my calories slightly (100-200 cals) with nutrient rich food (not junk) and it worked. I applied this theory again and have been losing a pound a day since. Also, walking helps tremendously.

There’s an organic soup you can actually buy that tastes pretty good. It was suggested by our nutritionist. Imagine is the brand. Very good. I added salt and pepper then had heartburn, lol. So I stay away from adding those. But check it out. It’s easy and quick

I’m 4 weeks out. Not gonna lie, the first two week were rough for me. Now, energy is great. The feeling of being full and saying no to food has been a great feeling. I eat until full and say no to everything else. Take it one day at a time. Remember there’s light at the end of the tunnel. Just keep swimming

Warning, TMI Lol! I’m just wondering if anyone else has been through the same thing and what was the outcome? I had the sleeve on 3/26. I am three weeks out and on the puréed stage. Since I started this stage last week, my stomach has been a mess. It’s making loud gurgling noises I’ve never heard before and I’ve had diarrhea (I’m sorry but it’s true!) for close to a week. Anyone else have this issue? What was the outcome? Yes I called the Dr and they told me to try Imodium for a couple of days. Yesterday was day 1 and no relief. I am calling them again today.

I would describe it as gas sounds. Like when you have to fart, but can’t because you are somewhere you shouldn’t, lol. BUT the sounds are much louder then your regular everyday gas. My Dr prescribed a stronger version of Imodium to help me out. I work in an office with three people around me. It is mortifying to say the least! Hopefully these new pills work. Thank you everyone for the input!

I was able two weeks. Currently finishing my first full week back at work. It went very well and was actually felt good to be back (I’ll never let my boss know). Only you know your boundaries. But two weeks was a good amount of time to be out for me.