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Fat Related Routines You Won't Miss
chrisredjeep replied to The Candidate's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
Definitely looking forward to that NSV Chrstyee . I go for op 16 July so not long now ! -
How much did you guys lose in the first month?
Kindle replied to ldean7's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I never cared that much about the numbers on the scale...hell, I don't even own a scale. If you spend a little time on here, you will read dozens of posts about people making themselves miserable over those stupid numbers. Those threads get real old and I feel sorry for the posters. People obsess over the scale and forget to enjoy the NSVs. You will be a lot more successful, and happier, if you realize WLS is forever. It's not a race to see who "wins" So since I never weighed that often, I have no idea what I lost in the first month. But at 11 days I weighed the same as surgery day and at 7 weeks I was down 17 pounds. I couldn't have been happier! -
How about some NSVs!?!?
Daisee68 replied to shyanne's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
OK so big (for me) NSVs 24 hours. 1) someone at work who didn't know I had surgery and who I don't see very often saw me yesterday and said "you look good. Are u losing weight?". Why yes. Yes I am. I told her I had gastric bypass. I have told everyone. I am not embarrassed! 2) I mentioned to my good friend my pants were falling down and she said "not that we are talking about u behind your back and always staring at your butt but so and so and I were just saying this morning ghat your butt has gone down a lot!". Funny. I had just noticed the same thing myself. 3) I finally bought a fitness band today (I decided on Garmin Vivosmart). They come in small and large wrist sizes so I asked the sales guy to open one because I worried the small wouldn't fit. He looked at me. And looked at my wrists and said "no u definitely have small wrists". Umm can I tell u how many bracelets I have returned because they will not fit my wrist? Anyway, tried one on and yep the small fit!! Barely but just enough to get both the posts snapped and I figured it should fit even better soon. This is a silly one I know but it made me feel good. Tomorrow I am going to wear my new fitness band to walk a 2 Mile bridge here in town with my sister. One if my goals was rotten that bridge. Now I'm not sure I can go all the way across and all the way back but after a 40 minute walk today, I know I can go at least halfway - provided my stupid foot holds up. So far so good today after this morning's walk. Have had 2 acupuncture treatments in it so maybe it's working!! It hurt like crazy yesterday!! -
An excellent NSV for sure!
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I made it 10.5 Miles today & ran 2 of my fastest miles. I have never ran that far in my entire life. I signed up for my first half marathon on Labor Day. If any one has any tips I'd love it. My foam roller is my new BFF ~LA
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Who am I? Not Jean Valjean
Daisee68 replied to jamieq's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Woo-hoo! Congrats! Can not wait to enjoy that NSV!!!! -
sweet NSV!
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Now that is a NSV worth jotting down in your diary! And if you don't have a diary start one today just for this! Congrats!
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Stay away from the scale. When you focus only on those numbers, your happiness revolves only around the scale. My happiness comes from being able to walk longer and longer distances without my knees hurting or getting out of breath. My happiness comes from being able to fit in a chair with arms. My happiness comes from seeing my old clothes become baggy. The numbers on the scale aren't nearly as important as those NSVs are.
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Me too @@LipstickLady!! I'm always in the squeezy seat now. I even started to do it myself rather than wait for someone to point me there. That's a big deal because it means I know I'll fit. What a difference after so many years of worrying about not being able to fit somewhere. I never tire of reading about NSV experiences @Daveo. Keep 'em coming!
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1.5 years out, only 40% loss, Devastated
Disabledaccount replied to Disabledaccount's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
@@BLERDgirl Yes indeed, it appears the rules are different for some and it's crazy because you'd think it'd be the opposite for people with high BMIs/life long obese people. With all the research I did before I never saw this. That's why I'm so disappointed and angry at myself, deep in my gut I knew something was off throughout my journey. Maybe general guidelines weren't enough? I wished I had pushed harder to get a 2nd opinion and do further testing to figure out the problem, I could have made adjustments earlier. Now it feels like making up for lost time. I don't use Fitness Pal, I prefer the interface of Lose It but if you have a blog you can DM. And it's not just about the scale, I tracked my weight, took measurement and took pictures of my face and body. Dress size started at 24 and it's now 18/20 depending on the brand. I remember buying a smaller size shirt after surgery thinking I'd be able to wear it soon, maybe it was 1x and it took almost a year for it to fit. Same thing with my face, it's thinned out a little recently but nothing drastic. I'm not being cute or modest, physically I don't look very different. I don't get winded as much but I'm still carrying a lot of weight. And it's not just about numbers, I had some fun little NSV like being able to wear heels and nope I still can't comfortably wear them. It's still excruciating with the amount of weight bearing down at my feet. I'm young, single, don't have kids so yeah I wanted to get healthier before it was too late but it was really about looking better, feeling better, more confidence to put myself out etc. At this point, I don't even know what to expect time wise and feels like im going through this journey with no idea when the end will be in sight. -
Anyone women who started 350+ who have reached goal weight?
heynowkc replied to BizzyB's topic in Weight Loss Surgery Success Stories
Thanks for posting, @@HillaryA ! I too am only about halfway to my goal. (I use the term "halfway" loosely! What is math?) Here are my stats: 491 - 10/1/2014 Highest weight 422 - 12/17/2014 Day of surgery 304.3 - 7/8/2015 Current weight I feel like I am doing well and can see success on the horizon. But the horizon is still a long way off! Just to echo your story, I recently bought a season pass to an amusement park and was able to ride many rides (but I have been a little scared to try ALL of them, haha.) But there are so many other goals and NSVs that that have nothing to do with the scale that I have already reached! So now it seems like the sky is the limit. I am excited for the future, not just for me but for everyone here! I am rooting for us! Haha. I hope there are some women who started at 350+ who have hit goal that will come comment on this post. I'd love to hear from them as well!!! -
I call that a major NSV! I feel great when I can just slide into a booth, no worry about if the table is bolted to the floor and can't be pushed far enough away from my gut! No longer living in fear of dreaded booth seat! :-P
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Fat Related Routines You Won't Miss
The Candidate replied to The Candidate's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
@@gowalking It is the posts and gracious shared experiences, such as those you have made, and so many others here on this forum, that keep our pre op hopes alive! Although I am still trapped in my prison body, I am buoyed daily by the amazing outcomes of those who have gone before. These words and testimonies, they strengthen my resolve, and fortify my patience. They allow me to poke fun at myself and release my inner fears through the outlets of laughter and hope. Hope above all else. Just as you would wish to somehow give us pre ops a way to better envision our glorious futures. We pre ops wish that we could better illustrate to you, that as a post op, here on bariatric pal - you already have. We virtually and vicariously walk in your shoes, share in your milestones, your NSV's, your incredible happiness, we feel with you, the realization of every heartfelt dream. We run with you, and bike with you, and hike, and dance, and live with a capital "L"! We fly - and it's only because you care for us, and nurture us, and keep us focused forever on the goal. So thank you for giving us this incredible gift. For allowing us to see the world the way you do, and always keeping us in line. I see my beautiful future, and it's all thanks to you. It's bright and shiny, and everything I've ever wanted. I promise you, gowalking, my eyes are gloriously open! In fact, I plan to never shut them again! And I hope that you see too, just how much we need and appreciate every single one of you!- 133 replies
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@@sa1976 - that is so cool, I would call that a NSV! I hope to be there one day soon
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@@Yrkybarry, if you are following your program every day, then you just need to wait it out. And don't get discouraged – stalls happen, and then they end. While you're in them, look for non-scale victories (NSVs) like clothes getting looser, more energy, better blood sugar or blood pressure numbers, etc. Here are the basics of my program. Your doctor's plan may differ. And if you're still unsure, log your food, Fluid and exercise with MyFitnessPal or another app like that. It's a good idea to do that anyway. Every single day... 60-80+ grams of Protein 64+ ounces of fluids Keep carbs as low as possible, and only from legumes, green veggies and dairy products Get some exercise at least 4 times per week Take meds, Vitamins and supplements as directed Pretty simple, really. Except for all that emotional, psychological, social, and physical junk, right? But if you can manage to separate your weight loss program from all the other stuff, following those 5 rules really works. Good luck!
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I wish I knew.....
ProudGrammy replied to azsqwurl's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
@@azsqwurl kept weight loss records took my measurements frequently list of all my NSV's took pictures monthly kept better track of my food (MFP) weight loss problems, plateaus had known you can make/use emoticons there are so many many wonderful people on this board knew that my memory would be effected by weight loss I can't remember other things to say had kept a "private" blog containing all the above info for posterity kathy -
First NSV! I'm down a size in pants and the scrub tops I bought in the next size smaller are too big!!! YES!
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6 months post op, no weight loss in 5 weeks!
lucky1gg33 replied to AC274132's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I should also add that yes, the scale didn't tell a story I wanted to hear but my clothes continued to feel looser. NSV is your friend!! -
Today I had to have an MRI of my shoulder. It was so nice to hop on the table and slide into the machine without worrying that I would get stuck. Something that would definitely have been a concern 126 lbs ago!
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How do you motivate and reward yourself?
Healthy_life2 replied to no onions's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
New make -up Now that I have a new face to put it on Toe nail polish now that I can reach my toes Hubby and I had a couples goal gift. Went to Victoria secret. Walked out with a size small. NSV Just living life and doing the things I was not able to do at my high weight. Kayak, Travel, Concerts...you name it. I'm up for it for goal rewards. -
@@Essence46 how is everyone, how is everyone personally i'm a little mift at you "forgetting" to invite me Must have been an oversight - so all is good with the two of us variety is the spice of life I think that's the right expression being on vaca- a bite here and there (not overduing) i think is fine looking and feeling good in your bathing suit that's a great NSV glad you enjoyed your vacation welcome home, see you on the board kathy
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So, I was sleeved exactly one week ago. I am back at work (desk job) and doing fine, other than fatigue. My big excitement, however, is that I have two pairs of shorts that I wore before surgery, and they are literally falling off now- going straight into the Goodwill pile. I'm so excited. I haven't weighed myself and don't plan on it until my post-op appointment. This recovery is not easy, but it feels good to see a difference!
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Epic NSV - even all these years out it was boost
LovinSoul replied to CowgirlJane's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
I am so happy for your NSV! The "invisible issue" always made me so angry when I was back at my highest weights. I've been married to a great guy who luckily loves the real me and has been my biggest support, but I found that many, many people of both genders looked "through" me like I wasn't there, like I was an affront to their skinny world. And now, 94 pounds lighter, while I'm still a big woman I find all kinds of people "seeing" me again. It's a little bewildering but ultimately gratifying to feel present in the world again. I'm happy for you @@CowgirlJane and for all of us who have stepped back into the light as part of our tough journey. -
Epic NSV - even all these years out it was boost
The Candidate replied to CowgirlJane's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
Great story! It's NSV's like that that really remind us not to focus so intently on the scale. Congrats!
