It takes effort

Oct 10, 2011

Don't ever let anyone tell you that surgery is "taking the easy way out." It ain't. The band is a great tool, and it can help with hunger and portions, but it's up to us to work at it every day to lose the weight and keep it off.

After leaving Synchrony I gained about 20 pounds. Granted, that was an increase over my lowest weight, which I realistically could not live with and did not like (I felt and looked malnourished). I think 175 is a good target weight for me -- a balance between ideal health and realistic expectations.

Since returning to Synchrony I've lost 10 pounds and regained 3.5. Of course I just got back from a trip, so I think in the next couple of weeks I can get it back down to 175.

I need to get more water; it's as simple as keeping a bottle next to me, but I keep forgetting. Sigh. We just have to make the effort until it becomes a habit, and even then remind ourselves constantly.

Speaking of reminders, it's important that everyone keep up with Support Group. No matter how successful you are, it's worth an hour of your time once a month to remind yourself of the things you need to do and the things you have to avoid.

Again, it bears repeating: It takes effort!

DETAILS: 
335.0 (BMI 48.1) Weight when I joined Synchrony
178.5 (BMI 25.6) Current Weight
 
161 Weeks since reaching my goal weight of 200lbs
 

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