5 months and rocking it out! from Michigan

[Sarahjane79 397]

Hi my michiganders! So, I went shopping today. The white shirt is a freaking size LARGE!! I feel amazing and I'm the happiest I've ever been. I've never looked in the mirror and liked what I saw, until today. Best day. ♡

[Lorilynn1215 3]

Sarah, that is fabulous! I am so happy for you! I was excited today cuz I fit in a 2x. lol. You are doing amazing!!

[Lorilynn1215 3]

Hi, Kimba. My highest weight was 265#. My weight was 244# right before starting the two-week liquid diet prior to surgery. I have pretty much followed the program to a "t". I currently am still on soft foods and working out for about 45 minutes a day. Its amazing how taking off the little bit of weight that I have taken off has made me feel so much better about myself and more optimistic about my future. So, does it get harder to stay on track as you get further along?

[Sarahjane79 397]

Thank you! And, Hey! Anything smaller than what you were is amazing! I was an xxl ( I probably shouldn't have been hah) at old navy, but only in cotton stretchy type shirts, and a 2 or 3x at jcpenney.

Also, to answer your question about it getting harder to stay on track with diet as time goes... for me, no. The fact I'm melting away is the biggest motivator to keep me on point. I may have a bite here and there of "cheat" foods, but sometimes you HAVE to give in. But yeah. For me the fact I WANT and neeeeed to lose this weight keeps me motivated to eat right. Plus, I find I don't crave the bad foods anymore. I crave the good stuff. I eat to live now. No more living to eat. Hah.

Edited July 23, 2014 by Sarahjane79

[kimba6999 125]

So awesome to hear sarahjane. Way to go and congrats. Its amazing when u can wear all the good stuff. I am now into an xl and cant wait! Keep up the good work!

And for lorilynn, i totally agree with sarahjane about the staying motivated. It hasnt gotten hard for me either. Just knowing what i was and am becoming is enough for me. I too will have a little cheat every now and then because i wont deprive myself. I was real careful the first 5 months. Once my 6th arrived i made myself a deal to have a little something if i wanted but the key is just a little. Need that will power. I keep my before pic on my phone, taped in my car and by the fridge just so i remember what I was. I love the new me and thats all the motivation i need. If u truly change ur lifestyle amd ur mindset, it is a part of your life and easy to do. Good luck and know we are all always here if u need a jump or push. Keep up tye good work and hope to hear ur progress.

[kimba6999 125]

Well lorilynn we are about the same weight now. I am 241 now but started at 356 6 months ago.

[Jz0917 21]

Hi Wendyt!! How awesome! Your going to be so happy that you chose this tool and path. Will keep you in my thoughts when you go in

Kayleec14 and Kimba6999 Hi.. I just got sleeved on August 26 th and I live in the Muskegon area. Looking for some mentors and encouragers. You guys are doing great and I hope to have some of those stories of my own very soon.

[kimba6999 125]

Hello JZ!! Welcome to the group of sleevers! Where did u get ur surgery done if i may ask. I would be more than happy to help in any way i can! I have a membership at planet fitness. If you dont have anything anywhere yet consider going there. They have alot of great equipment and would be happy to work out with u if u need a buddy. I also go to bariatric group meetings. If you dont have any group you're planning on going to, come to ours. I was sleeved by Dr Foote in GH and it was the best choice. They have great support staff. I did lots of research and homework and for me it was tue best choice. Plz feel free to msg me or look me up on FB (kimba6988) i believe or reply here. Cant wait to hear from you!

[kimba6999 125]

And for a bit of an update. Today was my weigh in day. I am down to 227 and thats a loss of 129lbs in about 8 1/2 montys. Weight has been slowing a bit so time to change up some stuff. I also started back on birth control since my divorce was final last month. Not that im planning anything but u never know..lol. Looking good these days (wink wink). I have also slipped a little. Had a massive baking day lasy weekend and then all the kids came over. I cheated!! Still lost 3lbs but couldve been more. Just been feelin a little down the last couple of weeks and missed support group so that didnt help. Only 47lbs til my personal goal weight and can look at having some skin removal. Excited about that. Looking like im gonna have to pay for some of it. Getting alot of excess skin and wont tighten up at my age. But just wanted to check in. Hows everybody else been doing?! We need to all get together at some point. Maybe find a halfway spot and meet for lunch one day. Talk to me ladies. Wanna hear from u all! Enjoy your weekends and stay healthy

[Jz0917 21]

Kimba6999, i had my surgery done with Dr.Gluck. I'm supposed to find out Tuesday about starting my free one year membership at the mercy heart center. I am 11 days post op. I little about me: I am married with 6 kids (including 2 sets of twins). I gained most of my weight after getting injured during operation iraqi freedom. Couldn't workout without extreme pain or fear of going back into a wheel chair. My starting weight was 240, 229 surgery day, and 219 now. My initial goal is 150. My dream goal, 135. I have alot going on in my life and in a few months I'll find out if I passed the bar exam to become an attorney (graduated law school in May). I would love to workout together sometime, even walking, once I'm clear to do so. Had some hydration and severe pain issues early on. I'm sure I'll be cleared Tuesday at my visit. Thanks for responding back. Oh by the way, I'm Zaneta. You can find my Facebook under Zaneta Adams. Thanks

[Jz0917 21]

Hello JZ!! Welcome to the group of sleevers! Where did u get ur surgery done if i may ask. I would be more than happy to help in any way i can! I have a membership at planet fitness. If you dont have anything anywhere yet consider going there. They have alot of great equipment and would be happy to work out with u if u need a buddy. I also go to bariatric group meetings. If you dont have any group you're planning on going to, come to ours. I was sleeved by Dr Foote in GH and it was the best choice. They have great support staff. I did lots of research and homework and for me it was tue best choice. Plz feel free to msg me or look me up on FB (kimba6988) i believe or reply here. Cant wait to hear from you!

I can't find your Facebook

[kimba6999 125]

Its under kim adams...oops. I friend requested u just a few min ago

[Jz0917 21]

Its under kim adams...oops. I friend requested u just a few min ago

I thought I added you but I don't see it in my friends. Can you send me a request again? Lol

[MichiganChic 3,262]

Hey all you fellow Michiganders, thought I'd drop in an say hi! I'm from the south eastern border, about half way between Detroit and Toledo, but closer to the D. I like to tell people I'm from there

I was sleeved December 2012, so it's been 21 months. I am struggling to get the last few pounds off. They may never come off, but I don't worry too much about it. I'm learning that it's a number. I look and feel normal, and that was all I ever wanted. My main goal is to not slide back into old habits - more challenging than I thought it would be a year ago. I think that's why so many people regain year 2-3, which is right where I am.

Looks like you all are doing great! Congrats!

[kimba6999 125]

Well welcome to our group. I guage myself on how i feel as well. At this point i still look at the weight but i have gone from a 4x to a LG in just 81/2 months so i cant complain. I took out my old clotyes a couple days ago and was just astounded at what i wore!! I could almost fit 2 of me in those clothes. My daught and i fit in them...lol. It can be a huge struggle to maintain and thats why u have all of us good peeps. We will keep u honest and on the right path. U worked so hard to get where u r at. Just remember that. Hope to hear more from u in future postings!