4.5 year update w/pics and im running the boston marathon!

[NY Lou 204]

its now been 4.5 years since I was sleeved. my high weight was 323 lbs. my goal weight was low 180's. I did reach goal weight but over the years I realized that my desired goal weight was too low for me. now for the last 2 years ive steadily maintained a weight in the mid 190's and that appears to be where im supposed to be and im happy with that weight. today 10/1/17 I weight 195 lbs. I exercise 3-4 times a week and my choice of exercise is running. I will also be running the 2018 boston marathon and im so excited about being able to run this historic race! im running it for the jimmy v foundation for cancer research and ive committed to raising $6000 which is no easy task. if any of you have ever been affected by this terrible illness feel free to click the link after this post and make a 100% tax deductible donation to the jimmy v foundation for cancer research. every dollar donated goes to research. you will be supporting my run and a cause that affects everyone as everyone knows someone that has been affected by cancer. as far as my eating, I still have to be very mindful of what I put in my mouth. I can eat much more today than I could 2 years ago but still no where near what I could eat before having the surgery. hope everyone on their journey is doing well and feel free to ask any questions. im also attaching my before pic and a few current pics taken last week. have a great day! heres my donation link for anyone willing to support this wonderful cause: http://jimmyv.convio.net/site/TR/Endurance/General?px=1409952&pg=personal&fr_id=1370

[DENEEN22 20]

Hats of to you keep going on your new healthy way of life

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[Mytimenow17 99]

WOW, you look amazing!!! So proud of you!! What a great thing you are doing!!

[NY Lou 204]

thank you mytimenow17 for saying running for cancer is a great thing to do. im actually excited to be running the marathon and doing it for charity makes it even more special. if cancer has affected you in any way feel free to use the link and make a small donation as every dollar counts. thanks again and I see youre preop, if you have any doubts just go for it, its the best thing I ever did and it saved my life. have a great day!

[AshRowan 1]

Congratulations!

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[BajanSleeve 244]

What an inspiring post! Well done for keeping the weight off and creating a whole new lifestyle. Well done for running for cancer. You look fabulous!

Gave me something to aspire to. Seeing successful weight loss photos and stories really does encourage

[New@42 4]

Awesome !!! You are amazing !!!

[TakingABreak 2,733]

Amazing!

[GreenTealael 25,353]

AMAZING!!!