AngelaE 104 Posted July 23, 2015 ImageUploadedByBariatricPal1437097644.750733.jpg ImageUploadedByBariatricPal1437097730.508240.jpg I had my surgery 2 year ago in August. I was 320 lbs and couldn't run a half mile. I just competed in my first triathlon and have raced in 3 half marathons. I can't believe how far I have come. I did this for my kids and now they want to compete in triathlons. I am a proud dad. OMG!! You look great. What do you weigh now ? Well done you look amazing. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gaelsmom 100 Posted July 23, 2015 I started at 250 and am now at 128. I'm 5'6, 35 years old. ImageUploadedByBariatricPal1437620792.067540.jpg ImageUploadedByBariatricPal1437620821.380775.jpg ImageUploadedByBariatricPal1437620834.106178.jpg ImageUploadedByBariatricPal1437620846.277075.jpg You look absolutely fantastic. How long did it take? Any tips? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mi9686 24 Posted July 23, 2015 ImageUploadedByBariatricPal1437097644.750733.jpgImageUploadedByBariatricPal1437097730.508240.jpg I had my surgery 2 year ago in August. I was 320 lbs and couldn't run a half mile. I just competed in my first triathlon and have raced in 3 half marathons. I can't believe how far I have come. I did this for my kids and now they want to compete in triathlons. I am a proud dad. OMG!! You look great. What do you weigh now ? Well done you look amazing. Thank you! I got down to 158 before I started lifting weights. Now i am around 168, but most of the weight gain has been muscle. I feel a million times better. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
attorneyshannon 17 Posted July 23, 2015 I started at 250 and am now at 128. I'm 5'6, 35 years old. ImageUploadedByBariatricPal1437620792.067540.jpg ImageUploadedByBariatricPal1437620821.380775.jpg ImageUploadedByBariatricPal1437620834.106178.jpg ImageUploadedByBariatricPal1437620846.277075.jpg You're gorgeous!! Good for you!! Keep at it! I am same start weight, same height, same age and I never thought 128 was possible!!!! What advice do you have? How long did it take?? :-) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Carlos' Girl 32 Posted July 23, 2015 I am down 120 lbs so far and my arms are horrible! My arms have always been large, I workout with a trainer three days a week...has anyone had surgery after they hit their goal weight? Is the only surgery for your arms the one that slices you from elbow up? I really don't want that scar but I don't want all this extra skin either... Any suggestions would be much appreciated! Thanks! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ANewMeAt52 0 Posted July 23, 2015 Everyone here looks FABULOUS! Looking forward to sharing pics one day soon. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bellabloom 2,467 Posted July 23, 2015 I started at 250 and am now at 128. I'm 5'6, 35 years old. ImageUploadedByBariatricPal1437620792.067540.jpg ImageUploadedByBariatricPal1437620821.380775.jpg ImageUploadedByBariatricPal1437620834.106178.jpg ImageUploadedByBariatricPal1437620846.277075.jpg I can't really take much credit. I've had complications and a stricture for months now. I've lost all the weight due mostly to this. I just hope things will soon get better so I can finally enjoy exercise and healthy foods. It is very possible to lose as much as I have in a healthy way however and you should set your goal weight at where you really want to be and not underestimate the power of this surgery!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gr8bowler 43 Posted July 24, 2015 Little over 3 months. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kristylea93x 128 Posted July 25, 2015 I have posted to this before- But I'm just so flipping happy! 50kg down as of YESTERSAY! I had surgery in feb 15 and now july 15:) Hope everyone is doing well! Kristy x Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tcon 305 Posted July 25, 2015 I have posted to this before- But I'm just so flipping happy! 50kg down as of YESTERSAY! I had surgery in feb 15 and now july 15:) Hope everyone is doing well! Kristy x ImageUploadedByBariatricPal1437787045.950991.jpg WOW!!! You look amazing. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DreamsComeTrue15 40 Posted July 25, 2015 I have posted to this before- But I'm just so flipping happy! 50kg down as of YESTERSAY! I had surgery in feb 15 and now july 15:) Hope everyone is doing well! Kristy x ImageUploadedByBariatricPal1437787045.950991.jpg you look great!! Tell us your secrets! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kristylea93x 128 Posted July 25, 2015 Honestly- been doing everything like dr said- I don't eat until full and eating really slowly. Also I work at a colon hydrotherapy clinic (in Australia) - has helped me clean out years of build up and allowing my body to 'start fresh' if that makes sense Started to become really active in my life - ️doing more active things I enjoy rather then 'exercise' Hope that helps and thank you both:) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fizeasy86 39 Posted July 25, 2015 (edited) I'm 6 weeks post op today and I've lost 70 lbs. I started at 338 and weigh 268 today. I don't like the Protein Shakes because I'm allergic to whey and other milk products, but I can eat sausage, eggs, bacon, hamburger patties, pork chops, and almost every kind of meat. I drink only Water and Powerade Zero and I feel really good. I exercised in the beginning, but my stomach problems caused me to get too weak, along with the inability to drink the shakes. My blood pressure is now normal. Two years ago I weighed 440+ lbs. I am so happy that I did have the sleeve. I would do it over again in a heartbeat. Here are some pics in progression . I hope to lose at least 70 more lbs. in the next 10-11 months. Edited October 3, 2015 by fizeasy86 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
butterfyeffect 257 Posted July 27, 2015 (edited) Here's my before and after. Started at 231.8, weighed in yesterday (a bit dehydrated after a long road trip) at 139.8. Have gone from wearing jeans in a tight size 16, to anywhere from a size 4 to 10 depending on brand. Edited July 27, 2015 by butterfyeffect Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Candidate 3,215 Posted July 27, 2015 (edited) Great job @@fizeasy86 You too @@butterfyeffect Edited July 27, 2015 by The Candidate Share this post Link to post Share on other sites