Jaye W

I took 4 weeks after my sleeve. I am a healthcare worker and have to lift patients. So the 10# lifting restriction kept me from returning to work. It was ok going back at 4 weeks but I am a quick healer. I just had gall bladder removed one week ago and am hoping I can get back in 4 weeks again.

I cut a Quest chocolate chip cookie protein bar into 5-6 pieces and cook it in the oven at 350 degrees for around 7-10 minutes. I eat it warm or put in a ziploc for later. Tastes enough like a cookie to get over the craving but helps to get in protein.

I count total weight loss. Heaviest weight was at 1st consult with surgeon 10/31/20.

So I have a detour on my journey. Am on vacation in Florida, just got here Sat. Sunday night around 1am I developed a horrible Gall Bladder attack. Called my surgeon back home and he said if it didn’t resolve to go to the Emergency Room. I waited 16 hours and it just kept getting worse. We went to the emergency room, waited 6 hours in the lobby, 7 hours in the Emergency Department then had to be admitted for Gall Bladder removal today. I am now here at the hospital until tomorrow recovering from laparoscopic surgery. Of course I an bummed it has ruined my vacation- no swimming, no Disney parks later in the week. I am also upset I will have to stop my weight training/ gym program for a while and be off work another 4 weeks unexpectedly. ( I have a job requires lifting patients). Hope it does not affect my progress I have made so far as I was working out a lot and walking 7 days a week. I guess I am lucky I was not on my next vacation which is international. Sorry for the long post. ☹️

And congrats on your success!

Maybe consider a Physical Therapy eval.

I had vsg on 2/21/21. I have lost 63 lbs since surgery, 92 overall.

My butt ran away with my boobs.

I am a little over 4 months and I eat 4 oz of meat/ protein and small amount of veggies ( 1/4 to 1/2 cup) for most meals. I measure everything out so that I don’t overeat. My protein is around 100g daily, calories come in between 1000-1200. ( Nut says don’t count calories but I see it on the app I use). If I go lower than that I seem to stall, but I am very active and go to gym.

Prayers to you and your family. Take care of yourself and make sure you stay hydrated

I am 4 months VSG and I walk 60 mins 4 days, and lift weights for 60-90 minutes 3x/wk and walk 30 minutes on those days. Been lifting since June 1. Since then, I noticed if my calories are 800, protein 60g I do not lose anything. My Fluids are minimum 64 oz all days. If I increase my calories to 1000-1100 and increase my protein to 90-100g I start to lose again. I am not interested in decreasing exercise that just seems counterintuitive to me. I do what seems to work for me and my activity level, and I am one who believes it is important to get my BMR increased so I have a smooth transition into maintenance.

I am 3.5 months post op sleeve and started back to the gym for weight training. I am thinking of going 3 times per week with 1-2 days in between workout days. I walk 60 minutes daily and will keep that up on non gym days. Probably will walk 30 minutes on gym days. Does that seem to be enough weight training to make a difference? Looking to tone up and fill in loose skin in problem areas while continuing to lose weight in honeymoon phase. Will the weight training slow down my weight loss?

Could be unrelated to your surgery. See a doctor.

I am allowed to drink up until I start eating. I drink water while waiting for my meal. Is your plan no drinking 30 mins before and after?

I am 2 days post op sleeve. I keep having a sneezing fit - 2-4 in a row when drinking. Could this be my body telling me I am full. Nose is runny too.

I use Brooks. Unfortunately they cost more but I think you get what you pay for when you need support. I get them on sale at sporting goods stores as long as you are not picky about the color.

My Apple Watch shattered so I needed a quick cheap replacement. I found an off brand smart watch/ tracker for around 30 dollars on Amazon. It is Letsfit IW1. It syncs with Apple health. If all you want is a true fitness tracker it works

I belonged to the y before and the price is much higher than Planet Fitness. I don’t like classes so PF works better for me. I have knowledge how to use machines and did work with a trainer before so I dont need a lot of support. You can usually do a free trial day at any gym. Might be wise to check it out if you have not already joined one.

I just joined planet fitness too. They have exercises on the app you can follow or you can scan the QR code at each machine to see how to do the exercises. There should be a new orientation session you can attend to learn how to use machines/ get a program set up. I have the cheap membership and have access to all that. Usually you do 15 min. Of cardio for warm up then focus on upper body one session, lower body a different session. Good luck.

Wow. I ventured into what I thought was another support group on Facebook for bariatric patients and was really offended by the snarky admins there. Makes me glad I found this group. It is good to hear direct comments, but no need to be so rude in delivery.

Way to go! Now time for the maintenance

I have been here a while, just appreciating it after a little time in the other group

I make what I call taco salad for lunches. 1/3 cup ground chicken cooked in taco seasoning ( cook a pound and refrigerate- then measure 1/3 cup for each meal) I like it cold 1/4 cup pico de Galla (Aldi’s) 1/4 cup of shredded cheddar cheese 2 Tbsp of Lite Catalina dressing 1/2 bag of quest taco flavor protein chips ( small individual bag). I sometimes add up to 1/2 cup bagged salad but I prefer it without the salad.

Great job. Keep up the good work

I think it would have to start with the new policy