1-Year Post-Op

[Sleeve1stFitNext 924]

Hi All,

As I come upon my 1-year post-op, I am filled with an immense amount of joy and excitement. This year has been a rollercoaster ride that has broken me down and rebuilt me at the same time. Like a Pheonix, I rose from the ashes of the despair and discouragement that came with having to create and learn a new way of living. I did not understand just how deeply rooted my emotions were in eating and how junk food had made me feel alive when I felt like I was dying and eating my life away. I have met most goals but have not met all. I have had to change goals or adapt to new situations with my body.

Goals I Didn't Meet:

1) I did not reach my initial goal weight of 160lbs

That is it!!! That is the only goal I did not meet!!

Goals I Did Meet:

1) Lost over 50lbs

2) Gained Confidence

3) Kept giving the Gym my all (4 - 5 days a week)

4) Got under 200lbs

5) Got down to a size 12 (This size is actually getting to be too big now. Soon I will be a 10)

6) Stepping out of my comfort zone and trying new things without fear

7) Changed my body's composition and stamina.

NEW Goals:

1) Reach 180lbs

2) Reduce the amount of fat in my stomach

3) Run a 5K

4) Keep this lifestyle that I have worked soo hard for

5) NEVER GIVE UP and STAY PATIENT

I hope to have another amazing year of changes, challenges and reaching new heights.

I really appreciate this group and it has been amazing to be apart of a community soo diverse in its personalities and struggles.

Just remember, it takes Time and Patience. We will not reach every goal in 1-year but what we do achieve will allow us more years to enjoy life.

Edited March 15, 2018 by Sleeve1stFitNext

[FluffyChix 17,418]

Congrats on a very fruitful year!!!! So many milestones! You deserve to pat yourself on the back!!! Thanks for the inspiration!

[James Marusek 5,244]

Congratulations.

[Sonyawon 135]

Congrats and your on such a healthy path!!! I admire all your organization on your goals and how you related to the pheonix. You've got this down girl, you go!!

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[angyplus5 470]

congratulations on your success!!!

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[Maggie1955 158]

Congratulations!

[Sleeve1stFitNext 924]

On 3/15/2018 at 1:21 PM, FluffyChix said:

Congrats on a very fruitful year!!!! So many milestones! You deserve to pat yourself on the back!!! Thanks for the inspiration!

Thank you. It has been a very interesting year but has been a lot of fun along the way.

[sunshinetinks 258]

Hi All,
As I come upon my 1-year post-op, I am filled with an immense amount of joy and excitement. This year has been a rollercoaster ride that has broken me down and rebuilt me at the same time. Like a Pheonix, I rose from the ashes of the despair and discouragement that came with having to create and learn a new way of living. I did not understand just how deeply rooted my emotions were in eating and how junk food had made me feel alive when I felt like I was dying and eating my life away. I have met most goals but have not met all. I have had to change goals or adapt to new situations with my body.
Goals I Didn't Meet:
1) I did not reach my initial goal weight of 160lbs
That is it!!! That is the only goal I did not meet!!
Goals I Did Meet:
1) Lost over 50lbs
2) Gained Confidence
3) Kept giving the Gym my all (4 - 5 days a week)
4) Got under 200lbs
5) Got down to a size 12 (This size is actually getting to be too big now. Soon I will be a 10)
6) Stepping out of my comfort zone and trying new things without fear
7) Changed my body's composition and stamina.
NEW Goals:
1) Reach 180lbs
2) Reduce the amount of fat in my stomach
3) Run a 5K
4) Keep this lifestyle that I have worked soo hard for
5) NEVER GIVE UP and STAY PATIENT
I hope to have another amazing year of changes, challenges and reaching new heights.
I really appreciate this group and it has been amazing to be apart of a community soo diverse in its personalities and struggles.
Just remember, it takes Time and Patience. We will not reach every goal in 1-year but what we do achieve will allow us more years to enjoy life.

You are inspiring! Congratulations [emoji122]

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