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Just 6 Months Ago I Would Of Said You Were Nuts . . .



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If you told me that I'd be rinding my bicycle for 30 mile trips a few times a week.

I'd especially scoff at you if you would tell me that one day I would take a 55 mile ride like I did last Saturday. I could not beleive it as the miles just racked up further and further as I headed to a trail system about 3 towns south of us, the GPS trip computer I use registered 54.94 miles when I hobbled off the bike in the driveway. 2 years ago I would be wheezing and panting at a trip around the block!

If you're still undecided about a VSG I can tell you it has DRAMATICALLY changed my life. I am a totally different person than I was 2 years ago and MUCH more physically fit. I'd recommend it to anyone! Best thing I'vve EVER done for my health.

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I hope I can say the same after all the wishing-I-was-dead pain I have and am suffering with.

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That's great. Congrats Keep up the good work!!!

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Congratulations, Rootman! I understand the feelings well.

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One question?

How's your butt??

55 miles is amazing!

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that is awesome i am almost 5 months out and 9 lbs under my original goal i want to do a 5k but my hips are bad and Dr said NO but he said i can ride so that's my goal 26 miles and your an inspiration thank you

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That is cool I had my sleeve done August 28 and i went from 450 to 388 as of 9/18/12 made up my mine to exercise to get it moving. Thank to The Lord i am on the road to better health.

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