12-23-2009........... 53lbs GONE!!!

Dec 23, 2009

I still can't believe that it's only been a little over 2 months since my surgery and I've already lost 53lbs!!!  That is incredible...  for the first time today I actually SEE the difference in my appearance.  Don't get me wrong, I've felt the changes of my weight loss for some time but I haven't actually felt like the changes are that visible until just now.

I've been wearing jeans that have been untouched and collecting dust in my closet for years!!  Isn't that crazy??  I love it!!  :)

My challenges these days?  Keeping the exercise regimen going - I'm definitely more active but I really feel like I need to kick the exercise up a notch and begin some strength training - that will definitely be my New Year's resolution.  I hope joining a real gym will fit into the budget in 2010.

What have I learned?  If I don't meet (or at least get very close to) my protein and liquid goals each day my weight loss will stall.  If I don't plan my day ahead of time, I end up missing taking my vitamins or missing meals - very bad.  I can completely eliminate "foamies" and "slime" by eating slowly and chewing my food really well.  Protein shakes don't have to be torture - you can actually "doctor" them up to be something very tasty!!  Last but not least...  it really isn't that bad having to wait an hour after eating before I can have something to drink.

Life is good.......  looking forward to a great New Year!!

I wish all my OH buddies the same success and good health for the next year. 

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!!  :)

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