Scott S. posted a discussion topic 6 years, 2 months ago

While I haven't fallen off, I do feel that I am slipping. It's been a bit of a steady roll up.... while I am choosing not to beat myself up over it, I am resolved to get back on track. I am at the 4.5 year mark after surgery and have kept off 100 lbs


Scott S. posted a discussion topic 8 years, 1 month ago

Good morning!  I wanted to solicit advice on plateaus and staying on point.

I started this journey at 331 (late 2013) and hit a low last summer of 196.  Since hitting that low, I've maintained pretty regularly between 205-212.  My target from m


Scott S. posted a discussion topic 8 years, 10 months ago

I am scheduled for an LBL at the end of this month.  I plan on taking 12 days off after the procedure.

I am curious what recovery time looks like for most doing just the LBL.  My doc seems to think light exercise by the end of 2 weeks and resum


Scott S. posted a discussion topic 8 years, 10 months ago

Excited for my LBL in a few weeks and looking for tips!  Please share if you can and thanks!


Scott S. posted a discussion topic 8 years, 11 months ago

Quick question... what the cost of abdominal skin removal/ tummy tuck for plastic surgery?


Scott S. posted a discussion topic 8 years, 11 months ago

Good morning!  I am considering Plastic Surgery and am looking to interview doctors in Dallas, TX.  Any help is appreciated!  Also- if you think there are any to avoid, that guidance is good too.  Thanks!


Scott S. posted a discussion topic 8 years, 12 months ago

Greeting!  After a lengthy stall, my goal weight seems to be in site.  I am struggling a little bit with what maintenance will look like.  I am sure it is different for everyone, but what are your best tips, diet plans, strategies, etc?  Thanks in adva


Scott S. posted a discussion topic 9 years ago

20 months in the making!  I was super excited yesterday when I calculated my BMI and Obesity no more!  Only to be trumped by seeing that first number as a "1" for the first time since 1990!!

A word of encouragement.... I had a stall that lasted


Scott S. posted a discussion topic 9 years, 4 months ago
Anyone do a 3 Day Juice Cleanse? - For vets.... has anyone tried a juice cleanse?  If not... was it a surgery related decision?  If you have tried it, how did your sleeve handle it and what did you do about protein?...

Scott S. posted a discussion topic 9 years, 4 months ago
Help! What are your best tips for a Cruise?? - Heading to a cruise soon and the anxiety is building?   Any tips would be much appreciated!!

Scott S. posted a discussion topic 9 years, 6 months ago
What are your 3 Best Stall Tips?? - I am a big optimist when it comes to stalls.....  until I experienced my own!  I stalled out about 3 months ago and have stayed in a 3-5 lb range.  I drink more water and exercise ...

Scott S. posted a discussion topic 9 years, 8 months ago
One Year Down! - Today is my one year mark.  A great time to reflect and celebrate! First the facts: Weight 317.5 lbs....   Currently 205.1  (Onederland, here I come!) BMI 47.5.... Currently 30....

Scott S. posted a discussion topic 9 years, 11 months ago
Help- Any advice for over 70 patients? - Hello!  My mother is 74 and considering the sleeve.  She is 4'11'', 190 lbs.  She has wrestled with her wait since the 70's.  She has seen the relative success I have had thus far,...

Scott S. posted a discussion topic 10 years, 1 month ago
Any Cruise Vacation strategies? - HI Everyone!  We are planning a vacation this year with our extended family.  We all decided on a cruise.  When I finally had a chance to look over the cruise site that we are goin...

Scott S. posted a discussion topic 10 years, 1 month ago
7 Month Milestone.... Century Club - What a difference 7 months can make!  Very happy to be down 100 LBS after 7 months and a few weeks.  This is easily the lightest I have been in over 20 years. Looking forward to m...

Scott S. posted a discussion topic 10 years, 2 months ago
What are Your Best Vacation Survival Tips? - Help!  I am taking my first big trip since surgery almost 6 months ago.  It will be 5 days for my wife's birthday with 10 of our friends. I have mentally come down to proteins onl...

Scott S. posted a discussion topic 10 years, 2 months ago
What is your Super Bowl Game Plan! - What is your Super Bowl Game Plan?!?   I have Bison Chili cooking tomorrow with a veggie tray to keep me in line.  What about you??

Scott S. posted a discussion topic 10 years, 3 months ago
What can you take for colds? - Just curious what everyone is taking for colds and if there are any restrictions.  Thanks in advance!

Scott S. posted a discussion topic 10 years, 4 months ago
"Did you have WLS?" - So...while I believe I have a way to go, it seems that the results are noticeable to people I don't see that often.  While most are just curious.... "what are you eating, what w...

Scott S. posted a discussion topic 10 years, 5 months ago
How often do you check the scale? - I'm working on a mild case of Scale Obsession....  ;) I'm curious how often everyone is checking the scale.... I am about 2-3 times a day.... morning, when I get home, and b...

Scott S. posted a discussion topic 10 years, 5 months ago
When did you feel like you made progress? - The scale is definitely moving for me after 12 weeks.... Down 64 lbs as of today.... I am curious.... When did you look in the mirror and think this is the new me or this is wo...

Scott S. posted a comment 10 years, 6 months ago
Amazing!

Scott S. posted a discussion topic 10 years, 6 months ago
When did you take the Alteration/Donation Leap of - So, judging from past experience, I have saved all of my clothes from 2-3 sizes ago.  For those who have done so, when did you finally take the donation leap of faith?  And when...

Scott S. posted a discussion topic 10 years, 6 months ago
Vacation NSV's! - So I had a chance to take my first vacation since surgery 7 weeks ago... and have some awesome NSV's to report! 1- I apparently left the "morbid" on vacation and the BMI is unde...

Scott S. posted a discussion topic 10 years, 7 months ago
Any thirst tips?? - I am about 6 weeks out and the amount of liquid I can take in is limited... But the last 2 days, I feel like drinking tons of water! Any tips on how to quench that thirst?
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