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I hope this comes off as inspirational and not bragging

I had sleeve surgery March 31, 2015. So almost a year already! I started at 232 and today was 131.6!!!!! My goal was 150. I'm 5'3" and 45 yrs old.

I was an athlete at 200 so that plays a big role in my success I think. But mainly, I just follow the rules. I still struggle with hydration. Had my first blood work since surgery and everything was perfect! So proud of that because it shows I'm doing things right as far as my Vitamin routine and Protein goals go.

You can do it, too! It isn't always easy but I like being thin. I do struggle A LOT with body image issues, confusion about my size and feeling like I'm disappearing, but it's just another part of the process.

Thanks for listening and your support!!!

It's a whole new world. My dreams are all coming true.

Rachel

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@@ridingrae That is inspirational. I just had surgery a few days ago and am feeling a little, "What on earth did I do to myself?" I'm so glad you are a year post-op and having lots of success.

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Doesn't sound like bragging to me! You have done fantastic! I think it really helps for the pre-op and immediately post-op folks to see these sorts of posts. Shows them that it will all be worth it in the end, but also shows that it takes work and dedication to be successful with WLS.

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That's awesome! Congratulations! Isn't it wonderful and life-changing?

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Inspirational for sure & so what if you're bragging a little....you've earned the right. This post is also encouraging for those of us who are more then a year out and still not at goal.Congrats to you!

Do you mind sharing what dress size you wear now?

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I hope this comes off as inspirational and not bragging

I had sleeve surgery March 31, 2015. So almost a year already! I started at 232 and today was 131.6!!!!! My goal was 150. I'm 5'3" and 45 yrs old.

I was an athlete at 200 so that plays a big role in my success I think. But mainly, I just follow the rules. I still struggle with hydration. Had my first blood work since surgery and everything was perfect! So proud of that because it shows I'm doing things right as far as my Vitamin routine and Protein goals go.

You can do it, too! It isn't always easy but I like being thin. I do struggle A LOT with body image issues, confusion about my size and feeling like I'm disappearing, but it's just another part of the process.

Thanks for listening and your support!!!

It's a whole new world. My dreams are all coming true.

Rachel

Congratulations! This is awesome!

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Seriously congratulations, I am so happy for you.

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Brag on!

Nothing wrong with bragging if you earned it. And you certainly have!

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Outfreakingstanding!!!!!!!!!

You have done super.

Huge respect for your accomplishment!!!!!!

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Brag all you like, you've earned the right! Fantastic job!

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