Mechbandster 0 Posted May 12, 2009 Today I have lost 100LBs since the preop diet before the surgery. I cannot believe it!! I feel so much better than I did before I started this journey. The numerical number of the scale is important, but feeling 1000% better everyday can not be measured. It really is the little things that you notice that make you feel the best. Clothes fitting better, not sweating when doing anything, not feeling tired all the time, I could go on. I am more active and really enjoying life alot more these last few months then I was for years. Its nice to look at old photos of myself and say that is how I USE to look rather than that is how I look now. I hope this thread will inspire some that feel like they are not doing as well as they should. It is a marathon and not a sprint. You really have to take it day by day and don't become obsessed with the scale. If you are feeling better then before the surgery, then that is a victory. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Handrews 0 Posted May 12, 2009 Congrats!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :mad2: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lotzasunshine 2 Posted May 12, 2009 Congratulations!!! What a great mark to hit! Can't wait until I get there too! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TSB 1 Posted May 12, 2009 What an awesome accomplishment! When did you start your pre-op and what was your surgery date? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bambam 0 Posted May 12, 2009 Congrats!! What an inspiring thread - I can't wait until I can say that!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brandy~ 2 Posted May 12, 2009 Congratulations! I know what you mean about the feeling better part. To me that is worth alot more than any number on the scale! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WorkingMom 0 Posted May 12, 2009 Woo hoo! I love your post and the inspiration you share! I hope to accomplish the same in due time! Thanks ! You made my day! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
okiechick 0 Posted May 12, 2009 HIGH FIVE to you. Great Job!!!!! Doesn't it feel great to meet a goal.:mad2: Keep it up......... You should be very proud of yourself:w00t: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Big Momma is Shrinking 0 Posted May 12, 2009 I think you deserve a standing ovation!!!! Thanks for reminding me not to give all the power to the scale (it let me pretty dissappointed this morning). Congratulations on your success and hard work (because we all know how much work success requires)!!! ~Monica Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AlaskaGirl77 0 Posted May 12, 2009 That rocks! What a kick butt job you've done! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Libbyjane1976 1 Posted May 12, 2009 That is so awesome! congrats! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mechbandster 0 Posted May 12, 2009 Thanks everyone for the kind words and congratulations. I really appreciate it. It has not been long since I was banded(1/30) and I wish I had some super secret way to share with you guys how I have lost so much so fast. I really just do what all of us do that are banded. High Protein, low fat and carb, and try and stick to 4oz as best I can. I may have 5oz or so at some meals, but I have a rule not to eat more than that(except for maybe soup). If I am not feeling totally full after a meal, I just wait. I usually get that full feeling after 15-20 minutes. The only other thing I really avoid is snacking between meals. Its hard sometimes at home watching tv, but I just chew sugar free gum or drink Water. That helps alittle. Its funny how some things you think will bother you before the surgery isn't as bad after awhile. I only drank beer before the surgery, and not being able to drink it made me think about not having the surgery. Now it doesn't bother me not having it. I realized that the hanging out with friends at a event is the fun part, not the beer(I just drink rum now:rolleyes2:). As I have read on other posts in this forum. The feeling of eating something I shouldn't is not as good as going down another notch on my belt or seeing the scale go down. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
2Flyguys 13 Posted May 12, 2009 (edited) CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 100 pounds is a HUGE loss!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Edited May 12, 2009 by 2Flyguys Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
txspatter 0 Posted May 12, 2009 CONGRATULATIONS! I'm assuming Jan, 08? If not, that was a miracle. Just curious! You've done remarkable! Enjoy life! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ksill18 0 Posted May 12, 2009 Were you banded 1/30/2008 or 2009?? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites