ObesityHelp

Okay! So it has been a while since I last posted. I have been busy and adjusting to life after surgery. I periodically read post on the lightweight forum, which I enjoy much better than the other forums. In my last post, I was just beginning my exercise regiment. I have been exercising since my 8th day post OP. I decided that I was not going to allow my pouch to do all the work and I was going to take accountability for my own success and use the pouch for what it was designed for, a tool. I exercise 5-6 times a week 3-4 miles each work out. I started out walking, then I increased to power walking now I am jogging. Yes you heard me jogging LOL! I also joined Black Girls Run. I work out with them (2) days a week. BTW the group is a nationwide group and is open to all races/nationalities. The mission is to promote healthiness among Black Women. Check out the website www.blackgirlsrun.com. Here is the kicker, I did my 1st 5k on this past Saturday. Whoever would have thunk LOL! I practically ran the entire race except for about 200 meters. I finished with a bang and my time was 54 minutes. God is Awesome! I prayed and asked God prior to surgery for supernatural healing and weight loss and He has done exactly that, BUT faith without works is dead. I am so grateful for what God is doing my life. As of my last weigh-in I have lost a total of 55 pounds (total). My personal weight loss goal is 150 and ultimate goal is 140. So I have about 30 lbs to go to reach my goal. If I lose more weight that is fine too LOL! I am not going to stop it. I only get on the scale once a month. Like I said in a previous post, I refuse to allow the scale to dictate my journey/success. I have uploaded updated pics on my page. I am now working towards my next 5K (Yeah)! I am not a veteran, but if anyone have any questions or need encouragement feel free to reach out. #TeamMeNOTu  #anotherButGodmoment

Ok! So Tuesday 6/26 was my 2-week post-op point and I feel great! I have no complaints what so ever. God has been awesome in my healing process. I walk around 2 to 3 miles a day (6) days a week. Wednesday 6/27, I walked 3.34 miles and I felt wonderful. I was able to walk 3 miles prior to surgery and I glad  that my "Mojo" is back LOL! I am excited how my pouch loves strawberries and watermelon (I just love it). I had to scale back on the salmon due to the thickness, but my pouch really loves Tilapia. I am getting more and more water in each day. I have not got on the scale as I refuse to allow the scale to control my journey. I have decided to get on the scale the last day of every month. I am so grateful for this awesome opportunity to have a tool to help me lose weight lose weight. I don't take what God has given me lightly. I have decided not  to let the pouch do all the work during this "honeymoon period". To much is given much is required. Stay Tuned!