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#160 lost 1 year post op (w/ pics)



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It's hard to believe those are both you in the photos! You have done a great job and should be very proud of your success. Congratulations -

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Benisa you are a wonderful inspiration and I'm so happy for you and your incredible success. God can do miracles through those that have faith. Can you share your top success tips?

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Congrats!!!

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Wow, you look amazing and so much younger!

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The best advise I can give is track your food and have a calorie goal ( I use My Fitness Pal) and stay away from the junk. Don't be drinking regular sodas/ kook aide and don't eat a bunch of sweets. These things take up very little room, but pack a big calorie punch. I don't say anything is off limits, because that is just setting yourself up for failure. This is a lifestyle, not a diet. Have a cookie now and then, but don't keep them in the house all the time. If you can do some sort of physical activity, please do. It will help you stay strong and maintain muscle mass. I have done very, very little exercise because of various injuries I have. I wish I could do more so I could be firm and strong. Always remember that tomorrow is a new day. Didn't do so good today... Get up brush yourself off and start again. None of us are perfect. We are only human and we need help. That's why you are here. Get a support system, even if its just one person; but make sure it is a truthful one, one that will keep you accountable. One that will tell you you rock when you do and kick your butt when you don't.

Hope this helps you out. I don't have any sage wisdom, but just a little common sense. It's what got me here. Best wishes on your journey ????

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Congrats...you look amazing!! I love that you pointed out there is a 100% chance that the fat will cause complications/death for us. I'm pre-op and when I start getting scared thinking about the surgery and journey that follows, I remind myself that if I don't do this, I'm going to die of obesity related issues. And that's definitely something I don't want to happen!

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U look great!! I'm so happy for u!! Congrats on your progress and thanks for being an inspiration

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You are such a sweet inspiration. I love how you attribute your success and healing and newfound well being to God. You are truly a "new creation!"

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Your post gives me hope for the future. Thank you!

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Simply Fantastic....You look awesome!

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God bless you! You look wonderful! What an inspiration. You are. Thank you for sharing your story.

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Amazing transformation, inside and out--heartfelt congratulations! thanks so much for sharing your inspiring story.

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