2 1/2 yrs later

[Miz Z1 52]

What a miracle, still! I'm still surprised when I see myself in the mirror. I dropped from pushing into a size 24 to a 12 or 14. After decades of dieting and yoyoing, it's just wonderful to be the same weight and size month after month.

I eat just about anything I want without fear. There are some things I've chosen not to eat, bread and Pasta, unless they're fabulous, famous, or unavoidable. But because they're not forbidden, I don't feel deprived. I do eat chips and Cookies but only buy really good individual cookies or individual sized chip bags. There's no way I'm going to have a supply of either in my house. I'm good but not superwoman!

Exercise has become a necessity for me, which is strange because it was never appealing to me before. Last year I decided that if I was truly going to succeed at keeping my wonderful new body, I had to do something more than just walking. I also, at the age of 65, wanted to be sure that my balance and core strength was enough to better take care of my husband who has MS. I signed up for a personal trainer to get me started. I do weights, floor exercises and Water aerobics. I tried yoga, but too much downward facing dog. Being retired helps me commit to the exercise because I have no excuses for not working out.

[scarlet333 386]

Sounds wonderful. So great to hear from someone over 2 years out making sound so easy. I know its not easy but sounds like its not a constant struggle either.

[lsereno 2,525]

Congrats! Love to hear from fellow vets who have been successful over the long haul.

Lynda

[Miz Z1 52]

You're exactly right. It's not easy but it's not the hopeless struggle it was before surgery when I'd diet and diet knowing the regain was almost inevitable as my body fought my efforts. Thanks

[GalileeGal 47]

Thank you so much for this inspiration. The sleeve is an excellent tool to help us reach our goals, but it is up to us to eat healthy and exercise forever, to stay there!

[JeanZ_RN 378]

Thank you so much for posting this! I'm 60 years old, and it's really helpful knowing that someone my age (or thereabouts) has done so well. I'm in a stall that has so far lasted a month, so the inspiration comes at a terrific time.

[m&m4ever 109]

So inspiring! I always have the underlying fear of gaining weight down the line, so this makes me feel great about the future! How awesome for you! Good job!!

[catnapper 34]

You sound so happy & with good reason! What a wonderful gift you have given yourself & your husband.Making yourself stronger to be there for him,his care giver is a real act of love. Kudos to you Miz Z1.

Of course you are an inspiration to all of us,especially those struggling to succeed. Sounds like Your formula for success has been lots of exercise & Portion Control?

Well,it has been a pleasure reading your post. I am 64yo,sometimes the thought of not being able to lose because I'm too old runs through my head but your story says,YES,it is possible with the right game plan.

Thank you for sharing.