One year Survirsary
So this time last year I was laying on the operating table. When I was in recovery and feel like I hit a brick wall. I thought what in hell did I do. But now year later, down 140 lbs and my BMI from well over 50 to now 27, I would do it all over again. I no longer have back pain, get tired going up steps, and knowing that I will be here in the future when the grandkids start coming. I use to golf before the weight loss and boy I could barely finish 18 holes and suffer in pain for a few days. Last weekend on Saturday I played 32 holes (got dark couldn't finish, 2nd 18), and played another 18 Sunday. Although I use a cart due to several replaced joints, but I do try to walk as much as I can. One year ago I would never have dreamed I would be here. I tried post pic before and after but couldn't figure out so is on my profile.
Bow ow for a question for the Vets. I made my goal about 8-9 lbs ago. How do I now stop loosing and maintaining?
you look incredible!!! Good for you!!!
Chrissy ~~~ doctor referral May 29/14; info session Aug 18/14; surgeon appt Dr. Starr 
Oct 15/14; dietitian, social worker & nurse Dec 11/14; 2nd appts dietitian, SW & nurse Jan 19/15; Dr. Glazer Feb 25/15; 2 weeks OPTIFAST April 15/15; surgery date April 29/15 
AGE: 48 HEIGHT: 5'6"
Happy 1 Year! 
What an amazing job you've done and it's so great to hear how much your health and mobility have improved. To the maintenance question: Your body will stop losing when it's ready. At a BMI of 27, you're nowhere near "underweight". I just stuck with my program and waited to see where my body was going to take me. Now that you're so very close to what's considered a "normal BMI", your weight loss will really slow down and eventually settle on your new normal. I'm not a believer at all in hitting "goal" and adding extra calories to stop loss - it'll stop on its own.
Wishing you continued success!
Karen
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