100 down, 60 to go!

[CurvyCakes 269]

Faded Design round of applause u have done fantastic. Kudos to u! Make sure u post those 6 month Picts and measurements as we would all love to see them. I get so inspired reading and seeing other peoples successes along this WLS journey. U r really working ur tool keep up the good work!

[jamilyne 102668 1,207]

So happy for you - you look amazing! Glad you are feeling better!!!!

[☠carolinagirl☠ 18,721]

10 months ago I started going to a pain management doctor for back pain because of my weight. After 3 heart attacks, chronic pain and diabetes I needed to do something or I was just going to end up having another heart attack or worse. For obvious reasons I didn't want that lol. My PMD told me to go check about the lap band doctor in the same building. I did. I checked to see if my insurance covered it and they did and met with the Nutritionist. I weighed 345 that day. She put me on a diet and I think I lost about 20lbs in the 4 months I had to see her before my insurance would let me get it done. I lost about 10 on the liquid diet before surgery. Went into op at 315'ish.

I joined a gym and started walking on the treadmills as soon as I could, when I started I could only do about .3 of a mile. 6 months later I'm now walking 1.5 miles a day. I've lost a total of 100lbs, 70 since I got the band. I'm down to a 2x shirt from a 4x and wearing a 38 jean from a 46. I'm feeling so much better now. I'm off all my meds except some of my heart pills. I no longer have diabetes or much pain anymore. Even had the confidence to go out and find me a new girlfriend. I know I have 60 to go till my goal but I know I'll make it.

I have my 6 month picture and measurements on the 28'th, can't wait to see a good before and after pic and see how many inches I've lost and where I've lost them.

Just wanted to share a little bit and have a reminder of this day.

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^ 315 - 245 ^

what a GREAT job

your picture tell a success

and you will get those last pounds you want off

no doubt

[Anume 937 314]

Looking good keep up the good work

[jamilyne 102668 1,207]

Hey - I haven't seen you here for a while! So glad to see you back! I hope you are well!

[Faded Design 84]

Thanks for the reply's guys. I finally got them to send my before picture to me! And I got my measurements also.

My surgery day measurements were:

Weight: 323

Upper Arms: 19 inches

Chest: 56 inches

Hips: 52 inches

Thigh: 26 inches

Abdomen: 53.5 inches

6 months post surgery:

Weight: 247

Upper Arms: 16 inches

Chest: 48 inches

Hips: 44 inches

Thigh: 22 inches

Abdomen: 45.5 inches

Thanks for all the support and inspiration you all give. I'll keep reading and working hard and I'll see you at 12 months!

Edited March 9, 2014 by Faded Design

[CurvyCakes 269]

<p>Thanks for the reply's guys. I finally got them to send my before picture to me! And I got my measurements also.</p> <p> </p> <p>My surgery day measurements were:</p> <p> </p> <p>Weight: 323</p> <p>Upper Arms: 19 inches</p> <p>Chest: 56 inches</p> <p>Hips: 52 inches</p> <p>Thigh: 26 inches</p> <p>Abdomen: 53.5 inches</p> <p> </p> <p>6 months post surgery:</p> <p> </p> <p>Weight: 247</p> <p>Upper Arms: 16 inches</p> <p>Chest: 48 inches</p> <p>Hips: 44 inches</p> <p>Thigh: 22 inches</p> <p>Abdomen: 45.5 inches</p> <div> </div> <p></p> <p> </p> <p>Thanks for all the support and inspiration you all give. I'll keep reading and working hard and I'll see you at 12 months! </p>

You look amazing good job!

[princessheather 114]

Good job!!! I'm no longer diabetic either

[Sharpie 3,306]

great job... people sometimes think that weight loss surgery is for vanity however, health is often the main issue. My health was slowly deteriorating and I decided I did not want to spend what years I had left being immobile or dying young. My diabetes is gone, my high blood pressure is gone and my cholesterol is normal. You will reap the benefits of your weight loss in so many ways but the health improvement will be the most rewarding.

[Faded Design 84]

Well it's been 5 more months, boy has the loss slowed down. I had a little heart hiccup a few months ago and haven't had the guts to try a workout yet. But I've still lost another 27 lbs, Just trying to eat smart and keep active without stressing my heart too much. Pretty soon I'll get back into the gym and make my goal. All your stories are inspiring and keep me motivated. Good luck everyone, god bless, never give up, you can do it.

Few months ago, 237 I think.

220 something about a month ago.

Selfie in the car today.

Oh, I'd also like to share that me and my girl got engaged a few days ago.

So Yay!

I'd also like to add some respect in this post to my mother who was brave enough to do this with me, She had a bypass about a week after I was banded. She's Lost 183 lbs, more then half her weight.

This is her now on the right in the orange.

Congrats mom, you're doing awesome!

Sorry for being in such a pic. sharing mood.

[SandyM 1,956]

Wow you look great. Good going!!!

[Faded Design 84]

Thank you! Few more months and I should make my goal. Then starts the hard part. Staying there. I know how my mind works, I've dieted almost all my life, once I hit a goal it's WooHoo! Made it! Fried chicken and pizza time! .... I hope it's not like that this time.

[SandyM 1,956]

I'm actually using 5:2 for maintenance. It's working for me.

[pink dahlia 2,513]

Amazing job you've done ! Congratulations ! You should be so proud of yourself !

[pink dahlia 2,513]

PS , your pics just showed up on my screen, your mom looks AMAZING ! Tell her congratulations and great job ! Way to go on both of you !!!