ginamaria 31 Posted February 11, 2013 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 .... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DianaE 128 Posted February 11, 2013 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 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
joatsaint 2,814 Posted February 11, 2013 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. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
UK Cathy 977 Posted February 11, 2013 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. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ms.AntiBand 2,984 Posted February 11, 2013 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 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ginamaria 31 Posted February 11, 2013 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!!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
johnlatte 1,232 Posted February 11, 2013 I'm 54, and sleeved this past November, just wish I had done it about 10 years or so ago. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DianaE 128 Posted February 11, 2013 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. Teens Twenties Thirties Forties Fifties Sixties Seventies & Beyond 246 topic Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DanaInNewOrleans 513 Posted February 11, 2013 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..... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Crooker 20 Posted February 11, 2013 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. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
geewalk 31 Posted February 11, 2013 I'm 53 and had surgery Oct 10 down 72 pounds. I haven't had any problems. Love, Love my sleeve! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
moregoodtimes 331 Posted February 11, 2013 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! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ckunes 23 Posted February 11, 2013 I'm 65 and 4 months sleeved. Lost 55 lbs so fat ! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ginamaria 31 Posted February 21, 2013 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!!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ginamaria 31 Posted February 21, 2013 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! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
