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November 2018 Sleevers!?!?
Starry*Night replied to Sealeafi's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
HUGE NSV guys, I'm so excited and had to share!!!! I cycle for my exercise on a stationary bike instead of walking. I started with the resistance at 0 and recently bumped it up to 1 - it's a big difference and I'd have to stop every 1-4 mins to give my legs a break. Well TODAY, I was able to cycle at that resistance for 45 mins straight!! AND I was able to peddle up to 30mph when I'd push it for a few mins every so often to break a sweat! By the time I was done, I was sweating and out of breath, and guess what? IT FELT SOOO GOOD!!!!! This must be the euphoria people feel after working out!!! I've never felt it in my life and it feels AMAZING!!! It also really relieved some stress. What victories have you guys been experiencing? -
Other nsv, my new obsession with actually trying on clothes lol. Was always afraid to because things didn’t fit and I’d be disappointed. Not the case anymore!
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Hmmm, current nsv, not gaining over the thanksgiving holiday. I mean I don’t cook for thanksgiving but still. My weight has been stalling like crazy but my measurements are still shrinking. I was able to fit into a size 14 pair of jeans earlier in the month. Impossible!
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And my post-OP sorrow came worst when I saw a picture of Bari-pal JakesMom with her surgeon on Surgery Day. You see, I dearly wanted such a picture, asked my son to do them to memorialize everything, I would never ever be that large again. Guess he thought I was delusional, over-sedated, like anyone who is chemically impaired, don't pick a fight, ignore them. But I have none, and I never will. I think I can remember in my mind but no documentation of a wonderful occurance in my life. I finally got a picture of my,Dr Needleman after trying for this many months, he kept resisting , told me he was UGLY , he's not, he was my physical life's rescuer, and I owe him such a debt of gratitude that I can never repay. Now I have a weight loss foundation tool, and I will work with it until and past my goal or until my dying day. If you are still pre-surgery, take down your measurements like James M says, even your ankles and wrists, that way when you lose you'll not miss NSV when they come. When people are kind to you, take their pictures, on your Day of Days take a photo record, my anesthesia doctor was extremely kind, he also left me feeling calm and safe that day, all I know was his name was Dave, he had kind eyes and made me feel special. But no picture of him or the surgical nurses that helped me be ready, and I would have felt so honored to have them, sort. of like a visual aotograph. So I did get a few from my recent unexpected hospitalization, gosh I thought I looked horrid, no wonder I got plunked in a room. But I did get several of Dr NEedleman's staff and a side view of my Big Kahuna in what I call his natural plumage, stopped to see me Still in Scrubs. And I shall treasure it like he was a Rock 🌟 because to me, He Always Will Be. Just got to make sure he's "backed up "somewhere so his image doesn't get erased.
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Wedding rings - what to do?
MSTieMom replied to ummyasmin's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
First, awesome job on a NSV! Second, you can get a ring spacer for about $5. Little clear silicone thing that wraps around the band (on the palm side where it isn’t noticeable. They sell them on amazon and elsewhere. But for a quick fix if you don’t like having rings on your middle finger is to try switching it over to your right hand. If you are right handed you might find your right hand is slightly larger and the rings might fit better there. -
I don’t see my dietician until the 19th so my food options r still very limited 😔 what is nsv’s?
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Careful with those, I had a bad experience 🤢🤢. As a treat for myself I’ve gone to the canarie islands to soak up some winter sun After a rough two weeks this is giving me the boost I need. Highly recommend do something nice for yourself when you hit the two week mark. Food wise I’m managing about six to seven mouthfuls of food. Trying to eat about 5 times a day that’s what my team suggest. Protein always comes first then usually veg. Looking forward to some nsv’s
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Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's weight loss challenge
GreenTealael replied to Healthy_life's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
Holding at 155lbs (hell week) NSV: I bought new workout gear, let's see if I do anything besides read in them. #athlazy -
Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's weight loss challenge
Healthy_life replied to Healthy_life's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
Challenge Starting weight: 133 Todays weight 134 Maintaining weight Fitness/exercise goal: Just found out my insurance pays for a gym membership. Checking out new gym's. Total weight loss at the end of challenge: (Post January 1st 2019) Check in: NSV Bought the cutest pair of roxy snow pants. Bring on the snow. -
I am 40 and am 5 weeks post-op. No complications so far (besides, like everyone else, trying to pass a stone where you shouldn't). Just had my 1 month post op appt earlier today and doc says I'm doing well, I feel excellent, energetic, and have had tons of NSV's in a really short period of time. To the original poster - my 1 week post op appt was a post surgery class that included about 10 other people that were also 1 week post op- I would say at least 7 or 8 out of those 11 people were 40+. I wouldn't worry too much about the age thing.
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@danieocean CONGRATS! I had the SAME feeling when I was finally able to find back into my VS bras! HUGE victory! All the same items as Misouri-Lee's Summit above, including the sentiment that I don't like snug fitting clothing anymore. But, my most recent NSV was to go into a clothing store and buy NORMAL size clothes, not a size with a "W" behind it. I nearly cried at that one.
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Shoes Before and After Photos
Frustr8 replied to GreenTealael's topic in Weight Loss Surgeons & Hospitals
Wow on one side NSV Yippee I got Me one, on the other side, Darn I really liked them 👢 do I use them for storage? In my case I. have a cat with dog-like syndrome, she parks her toys in my shoes to play with later. Taken. to shaking things out before wearing them ! Drat you Squeaky!🐯snicker-snicker-meow! -
Big NSV I've gone from barely fitting a 3x to fitting into a 1x. It's like a whole clothing world is opening up. I shop at stores like Burlington and Ross and I feel like the plus size selection is sparse for 2X and up. It's also kind of bittersweet. I'm getting off all of this weight that I've gained since having 2 kids and I'm learning that my body composition is.... Different. The biggest part of my body has always been my butt and thighs. My stomach is now the largest area. I'm still thrilled with the changes! Just learning to dress a new body type! Sent from my SM-G960U using BariatricPal mobile app
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Since I’m in a stall at the moment, I’m going to celebrate a nsv from this weekend! I was able to buy “normal” size clothes for the first time in I don’t know how long. I went on an Old Navy shopping spree fitting in to XL and XXL tops! 4 months ago I was wearing 2x and 3x!
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I forgot to mention the greatest NSV -- my latest BP at the doc was 110/73!!! I was floored. The meds help, too, but it hasn't been that low EVER.
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NSV's of the week: I bought a little something fancy for my date night with the husband this weekend. I purchased an XL corset, and even with the laces tied as tightly as possible it was way to big. I know they say to size down, but never did that before. And the (regular women's) XL sized thigh highs were huge! I swear I could have fit both legs in them LOL. (That's the running, It is honestly like someone sliced my legs in half I've lost so much weight in them.) Also this gal can wrap a regular sized towel around herself without ANY gap! It doesn't look like some risque lingerie playing peek-a-boo anymore!
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@rs boy are you nosey🤣 kidding bud!! i see you've had a bunch of NSV's - seeing collarbone, crossing legs etc, clothes those are wonderful feelings! hold on to them!!☺️ looking at you in a pic/mirror - doesn't always tell the whole story. when i see a pic of myself - urgggggh when i look in the mirror - i am happy with what i see!! guess i'll just stick to the mirror LOL regardless, i always look cute as a button LOL (bet you do too!!) good luck kathy
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@wiscogal Happy 1st SURGIBIRTHDAY ANNIVERSARY and thank you for starting this NSV thread. NOW you have earned your Veteran. wings and I am still trying to get my wings to work right, only 12 weeks out, and. part of the time,8 am not sure they will hold me up!
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That's 1-2'-3 Great NSV! Best Wishes for a Happy December for you, your wife and Son!.!
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A big thumb up👍and a way to go,Baby! that is an NSV you should cherish!
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October 2018 Sleevers
aussiemomdinoaunt replied to kdiddle31's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
NSV!!! After what felt like the longest two week "stall" as my body adjusted, I lost 6 pounds in a week. So I thought I'd try on my winter rain coat I couldn't fit in last year... my arms couldn't even move in it. But now it fits perfectly everywhere! Albeit a little snug when I sit, but I'll take it! I remember crying when I got it because it was a gift and the "largest size they had." I'm loving my new tool, I'm down 26.6 lbs from my SW and 38.2 lbs from my HW! Sent from my SM-N950U using BariatricPal mobile app -
Why isn't anyone talking about having no support system? Because I sure dont
ProudGrammy replied to Toya6's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
@Toya6 welcome to the group - we keep getting "smaller" and "smaller"😉 sorry you are lacking support🙁 don't dismay - OP here love to help others w/info - support and sympathy , most of us have good ears, and wide arms - waiting for newbies like you. can you check with your doc/NUT if they have a support group - or can send you in the right direction. continue posting on U tube, doing your journal. keep a record of all your NSV's - you will hear that word a lot. It means NonSleeve/Surgery/Victories - ie the first day you can cross your legs. Many clothes NSV's like getting into a smaller size. Being able to wrap a bath towel around you (that was a huge one for me) Take pictures of yourself now, and periodically - take your measurements too. If you don't see the scale move - the tape measure will be a good indicator to your success. bummer that you had to leave hospital early to care for your kids. hopefully you are still able to take care of yourself-you are the important one now!! good luck - i know you will do great - you are aces!!!🤗 kathy -
NSV my teenage son told me he could visibly tell I had lost weight! Down 14lbs Stall broken today!!! Kattrax421B.Com Don't meddle in the affairs of dragons, for you are crunchy, and taste good with catchup!
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One Year Out: Support, Motivation, and Tough Love
ProudGrammy replied to hap314ness's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
hey bud wow - look at those NSV's!!! I'm sure you have many more too!! Make a special icon on your desktop to keep records of all your NSV's. ( ie the 1rst time you wore a smaller clothes size) you will see all your accomplishments and should be proud!!!🤗 Many OP go through different rough spots on their journey. Might gain a little too - but try not to upset yourself - causing you to possibly eat like the "good ol' days" (conflict in terms)!! Sounds like you still need to weigh your food - that way you can't / shouldn't overeat. Or keep a tally of how a much a portion/calories for foods you eat a lot. IE a certain chicken dinner. it is hard when you don't see that bloody scale move - but you know the drill about stalls - their a bummer, but we must deal with them. Don't weigh yourself daily for awhile. then you won't see any possible fluctuations. I get that that you are scared and frustrated now!! But you know where you were - where you are now, and where you want to go. I know you can get back on that horse - might be a little hard at this point - but you can, you can!! btw - i'm almost 7 years sleeve PO - going strong weighing in this morning .9 of a lb over goal. Also i'm still cute as a button LOL good luck bud kathy -
I remember when I first started feeling like this it was so bizarre. My dimple is so prominent now that it makes a crease in my makeup lol. Things I never would have though would happen. Even now a solid 6 months after being my lowest weight my collar bone seems to stick out and sometimes gets irritated with a coat brushing against it. I wouldn’t trade it for putting the weight on that’s for damn sure. I honestly forget sometimes how far I’ve come but those little things are reminders of the hard work. Congrats for all of your hard work! I agree that it’s a weird feeling but it’s also an incredibly exciting time! You should be proud of everything you’re accomplishing! I had a random NSV yesterday. I got a plus size clothing catalog in the mail and there was a cute jacket on the cover. Then I realized I’m two sizes smaller than the smallest size they sell. I’m happy that I can shop in a wider variety of stores now. Also, I love seeing that plus size stores are making more trendy fashionable clothing. It was one of my biggest frustrations about being overweight.
