Never too late?

[ginamaria 31]

Good Morning everyone! I was just wondering if there is anyone out there that is over 50 that has or is in the process of being sleeved? I see all the 20 & 30 year olds on here and I never though of my self as too old but the thought is crossing my mind. I believe it is never too late for anything but ....

[DianaE 128]

I am 55 and 4months post op.. I do wish I had done this 20 years ago, but for me to have a good chance at health for the rest of my life, I had to do this. I am glad I did.. I have lost total 70 lbs and feel so much better.. I have even started trying to Zumba.. Quality of life is what it is all about

[joatsaint 2,814]

I had just turned 46 when I was sleeved back in Dec. I thought I might be too old to get sleeved, but the alternatives was to live a shorter life and have a lower quality of life. I knew that I couldn't keep on going the way things were and at this point in my life, if I hadn't lost the weight on my own, I needed help.

[UK Cathy 977]

I just turned 53 when I had my surgery in April 12. I am down 74lb and I have just had a month stall. It is coming off slow but sure and that is fine by me. My goal is 100lb loss and I reckon it is going to take another 6 months.

[Ms.AntiBand 2,984]

Closer to 56 than 55 now and would do it even if I was over 60. Like others I wish I would have done it years ago and DEFINITELY instead of years with the lapband

[ginamaria 31]

So very glad to hear from you all! I am so excited about this journey and my surgery can't come soon enough! If they called today and said come on downI'd be there in a flash! Lol!!!!

[johnlatte 1,232]

I'm 54, and sleeved this past November, just wish I had done it about 10 years or so ago.

[DianaE 128]

I thought I would show you the following.. There are support groups out there by age too.. You can find them on the front page of Forums support groups:

Age Specific Gastric Sleeve Surgery (VSG) Support Groups

These forums allow you to discuss age specific Vertical Sleeve Surgery (VSG) issues with others in your age group.

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[DanaInNewOrleans 513]

I never gave my age (49) a second thought when I was making the decision to do this. Hey, just like the 20 year olds have their whole life in front of them, so do we!! I mean, I still have the whole REST OF MY LIFE in front of me. That is actually how I made the decision -- I felt like if I wanted to make the most of the rest of my life I HAD to do it.

I wish the sleeve would have been around 20 or 30 years ago.....

[Crooker 20]

I am 61 and was sleeved November, 2012. I am down 50 pounds and can't wait to lose 50 more !!! I swim 5-7 days a week for an hour at our local YMCA and feeling great.

[geewalk 31]

I'm 53 and had surgery Oct 10 down 72 pounds. I haven't had any problems. Love, Love my sleeve!

[moregoodtimes 331]

Good Morning everyone! I was just wondering if there is anyone out there that is over 50 that has or is in the process of being sleeved? I see all the 20 & 30 year olds on here and I never though of my self as too old but the thought is crossing my mind. I believe it is never too late for anything but ....

Theres a bunch of us over 50 and over 60! I was sleeved less than two weeks ago on my 60 birthday! Boy do i have a fabulous summer planned! I had a very easy time in surgery and now recovery! I have been significantly overweight since childhood so have no idea what i will look like as a normal weight person. I am expecting a face full of wrinkles but i dont care! Give me a body that can get in a kayak or hike without feeling like death is emminent and i will be a happy camper!

[ckunes 23]

I'm 65 and 4 months sleeved. Lost 55 lbs so fat !

[ginamaria 31]

I am 61 and was sleeved November' date=' 2012. I am down 50 pounds and can't wait to lose 50 more !!! I swim 5-7 days a week for an hour at our local YMCA and feeling great.[/quote']

So very glad to hear of your successful weight loss, I am scheduled for March 11th. A little nervous, just want to make a good decision about this journey. So need all the support I can get. Lol!!!!

[ginamaria 31]

I never gave my age (49) a second thought when I was making the decision to do this. Hey' date=' just like the 20 year olds have their whole life in front of them, so do we!! I mean, I still have the whole REST OF MY LIFE in front of me. That is actually how I made the decision -- I felt like if I wanted to make the most of the rest of my life I HAD to do it.

I wish the sleeve would have been around 20 or 30 years ago.....[/quote']

So glad to meet you Dana, I need all the inspiration I can get ! Thank God for this app!! Lol!