livvsmum 2,369 Posted May 19, 2014 (edited) Just did my 8 month post op comparison pics & seeing the drastic change has given me the encouragement I need to push through & lose the last 12.6 pounds. It seems like the closer I get to goal the harder it is! Anyhow here are my numbers... Starting weight - 8/5/13- 278.4 Surgery weight - 8/12/13- 270.6 Weight @ 8 mos- 8/12/14- 157.6 120.6 pounds lost & 90.55% of excess weight lost. Hopefully this can encourage someone who is struggling! :-) Edited May 19, 2014 by livvsmum 34 Gr8fulMiniMe, nelle1230, Luvin_Life125 and 31 others reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Fullgrownwoman 3 Posted May 19, 2014 Incredible transformation!! Thanks for posting! 1 livvsmum reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sophie'sChoice 269 Posted May 19, 2014 Amazing! Thank you so much for sharing! It really does help motivate! 1 livvsmum reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Who Dat 70461 331 Posted May 19, 2014 Awesome! 1 livvsmum reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Susan-031314 179 Posted May 19, 2014 Oh wow!! Now please share. You look awesome and and are obviously successful. What have been your secrets to success? You are truly inspiring, and started within a pound of my start. I can only hope to have your results. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
relentless302 41 Posted May 19, 2014 U look great! 1 livvsmum reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
astraphile 38 Posted May 19, 2014 You look wonderful!!! 1 livvsmum reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tracy1970 1 Posted May 19, 2014 You look amazing. 1 livvsmum reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JanetPRN 496 Posted May 19, 2014 Inspirational! 1 livvsmum reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
1Day1Life4Now 882 Posted May 19, 2014 livvsmum, you have done a great job. That is a lot of weight to lose in 8 months time What an inspiration. 1 livvsmum reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KimGettingSlim 41 Posted May 19, 2014 You are awesome!!!!! Thanks for sharing!!! 1 livvsmum reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
par1959 470 Posted May 19, 2014 Your an insperation to all. Great stuff. 1 livvsmum reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Madelyne Bonthron 128 Posted May 19, 2014 You look amazing may i ask what is your routine? Exercises,gym drinks? 1 livvsmum reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
goodbye 5 Posted May 19, 2014 Wow you look great! Congrats! This is such motivation for me. 1 livvsmum reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
livvsmum 2,369 Posted May 19, 2014 Thanks for the kind words everyone. :-) It means a lot to me and is very encouraging because this last leg of the weight loss is TOUGH! lol.... For those who have asked, I try to stick as much as possible to my numbers..... it's pretty simple.... no more than 40g of carbs, at least 65g of Protein, and at least 10 8-oz glasses of Water each day. Also, I track every single thing I eat or drink in MFP. That has really kept me accountable and taught me a lot about nutrition. I've also learned a lot about myself. For example, I know that some sleevers are able to have a little treat here and there and keep it under control. I learned that I am NOT one of those people. food for me is a complete addiction and if I give myself an inch I WILL take a mile. So for that reason, I avoid my trigger foods like the plague (fried foods, chocolate, chips, pizza, pretzels, etc). It is just something that I have accepted. As far as exercise, I run a lot. I'm training for a 1/2 marathon now so I run about 4 times a week. Then I will fill in a day here or there with a class (zumba, spinning, etc) or some time on the elliptical. Pretty straightforward. I would like to start some strength training once I hit goal to start and tone up my arms and legs a little bit. Again, thank you all for your kindness and encouragement!!! 10 lauri407, Travelmego, Hermione67 and 7 others reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
