muneca1029 117 Posted July 7, 2013 How long did it take you or should I say how fast did you loose being at a 40 bmi? And also is 40 bmi considered a high or would you say on the low bmi? I'm currently 5'2 weight 220 bmi of 40 and I would love to know how quick it took you to get to goal? Any loose skin? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
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skrubabilen 41 Posted July 7, 2013 I was sleeved on May 6 with a Bmi of 41. My start weight was 244 at 5' 5.5''. Today, almost 9 weeks out I weigh 207. I have had a bit of a struggle with my sleeve as it appears to be on the tight side. I am currently consuming approximately 600-700 calories a day, much of that is still Protein Shakes. I actually don't specifically exercise yet but I lead a rather active lifestyle since I am a mother of 3 and a photographer, so I am always moving. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jhkrn 8 Posted July 7, 2013 I was sleeved 12/27/12. I am 5'2" and my starting weight was 232. BMI was 42. I am now at 137. Goal is 130. I do have some loose skin...mostly my belly....but it's not horrible. 2 albertagirl and brandnew reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
neneh_vsg 44 Posted July 7, 2013 I'm 5'3.75" with a starting BMI of ~41 - HW 246 (Jan 2013), SW 234.6 (June 18), CW 227.2 - and wondered if your early weeks were as slow as mine. Still extremely happy with surgery. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
muneca1029 117 Posted July 7, 2013 Woooow all u guys are loosing pretty quickly and steady I like that!! I know it doesn't mean I'll be loosing the same way but at least I have an idea.. Do you guys think exercising before surgery is a good idea?? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
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jhkrn 8 Posted July 7, 2013 My first few weeks were a little slow as far as weight loss....then it started falling off. I would start exercising now....and pick it up again when you are able following surgery. 1 neneh_vsg reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SleeveNZ 219 Posted July 7, 2013 I had a BMI of 41. 8 months out I have a BMI of 25 and a few lbs to goal. I have lost over 100lbs and very minimal loose skin - mid 20s so age has helped a lot with skin. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ballermom 803 Posted July 7, 2013 Starting BMI 41.8 HW 267 SW 269 CW 208 Sleeved 2/27 work out a little. Consider my self a slow looser. But I love it that I'm loosing. From a size 22/24 3x women to a 12/14 misses! 1 neneh_vsg reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HatheryOnHerWay 603 Posted July 7, 2013 40 is fairly high BMI; it's usually the minimum BMI for American docs to be willing to do the surgery. It's not super high, but it's higher than most Mexican docs require. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
muneca1029 117 Posted July 7, 2013 Thank u for your responses guys! My biggest fears at this point is a leak and loose skin yikes! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
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