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So, I got too skinny......never thought I'd hear myself say that.  My activity level was through the roof with my new jobs and I just kept losing.  Needless to say, I started adding a few more carbs and jacked up my protein intake and now I'm sitting at 150 pounds.  At this weight, I am a size 6-8 or 7-9....I don't feel too thin.  My BMI is NORMAL and at 5 foot 8 inches, I look better now than I EVER have in my life.  I just uploaded new Summer Photos!  Take a look, leave comments and REMEMBER...HEALTH FIRST.....then we can have a LITTLE Vanity!

Peace and Love.

Carly

Current Weight 135
Size 8

LOVING LIFE!!!!!!

Well, I've done it!  I hit my own personal FINAL goal of 150 pounds.  It has been 15 months and 1 week since my surgery.  I was 375 the day I had surgery, but 410 when I started this process.  I've gone from a 5x to a M or Lrg.  I'm currently a size 10-12 or 11-13 depending on which department I shop in.  I love having the choice!!  I am OVERJOYED with my progress and now, the time has come to tone up and get rid of the rest of the "flab".  Loving life and moving forward.  Now my personal goal is to LIVE my life the way I want to and do some things I've wanted to do, but couldn't! 

Thanks to my OH family, my own family and friends and Dr. Wade Barker.
I could NOT have done this without you all!!

Carly

I am overjoyed with happiness today.  My current weight is 161 pounds and I am looking at myself in a whole new way.  My Mom actually told me I was too thin yesterday....no offense to Mom, who I love dearly, but this is incredible.  It is the FIRST time since high school that my weight is considered normal.  Yes, My current BMI is 24.4.  This falls in the NORMAL WEIGHT category.  A LONG way from the EXTREME MORBIDLY OBESE category that I was only 15 months ago.  GOD is great!!  Dr. Barker is GREAT! 

Folks, this is the way to live.  Healthy, happy, beautiful...3 things I haven't felt in over 15 years.  Now, I can be here for my almost 15 year old daughter and watch her grow into the beautiful woman she has became! 

11 pounds to go to 150, then TONE, TONE, TONE!! 

Thanks for all who have commented, asked questions and have been inspired by my journey.  It is NOT over!!  I hope you'll keep reading!!

Love to all.

Carly

Alot of people have asked me the same question, so I'm going to post my response here so that everyone can read it.  I hope it helps:

Congrats on your journey.  As far as excess skin, it really depends on a few factors.  1)age 2) genetics and 3) how much work you put in (workouts).  I am insane with workouts.  I am VERY fortunate to have VERY little excess skin so I will not have to have surgery.  I have been able to work my skins elasticity into great shape by weight training and swimming (a GREAT after surgery passtime).  I am nearly 35 so still young enough for my skin to conform back to its shape.  My problem areas were my arms and inner thighs, but I'm working hard to get that toned and it is working.  Follow your protein regime because it helps EAT/BURN the fat as you lose weight.  If you work out after surgery you will HAVE to increase your protein intake to about 100 grams per day. (Working out BURNS Protein fast so u have to supplement more).  If you have any more questions, feel free to contact me!  Peace and Love to ALL.

Now at 169 Pounds!!!  Loving life!!!  Size 12!!!

I started this journey the day of my surgery and am now at my personal goal of 175 pounds.  Sincerely a LONG way from the 410 pounds I was in Sept 2009.  I love my life and it keeps getting better everyday.  I tell all of you who are thinking of having the RNY Gastric Bypass to DO IT!!  Follow your Doctor's instructions and you will get these results.  It will change your life, I PROMISE you!!  

From 410 to 175 in One Year, 2 Months and 2 days!!  God and Dr. Barker got me here!!!!!  Thank you to all my friends, family and support groups!!  I love you all!!

LIFE is great after surgery!!  I'm now 179 pounds and coming from 410....that is INCREDIBLE....I wear a size 14 in Misses...15 in Juniors.  My shirt sizes are Medium or Large depending on the cut....a LONG way from 5X I promise.  NEVER thought I'd be here again.  4 pounds till i reach my PERSONAL goal of 175 pounds.  It is coming and I love it!!  THANK GOD and DR> BARKER....Miracles do happen and dreams do come true!

Love to all....

Carly

Well Folks after 10 months and one week, I'm down 210 pounds.
Life for me is changed.  I've moved back to my home town, got engaged to my best friend of 23 years....am healthier and happier than I have ever been.  No more sleep apnea for me!!  I have about 25 pounds to goal which I hope to reach soon.  I am planning a ridiculous fairytale wedding, and I found the dress of my dreams!!  Life is good!!  Love and peace!!

Carly

Tomorrow, I am 7 Months Post-Op and Since Surgery have lost 146 pounds.  Total weight loss is 171 pounds.  I feel better than I have in years and love myself more and more everyday.  Eating has gotten easier, hardly no nausea.  Protein levels are good and I feel amazing.  Cannot wait to see where I am in a year's time.

Love to all.

Carly

Sorry to my OH family...I've been playing MOM the last few months and haven't updated anything.  I am now 4 1/2 months post op from RNY and have lost 125 pounds!!!  I am so happy and look at myself totally different now.  I am loving life and eating my protein like a good girl.  I'm up to 100g of Protein a day because of my worjout habits!!  Still shooting for my goal of 175 pounds.  I'm now at 260!!  Things are coming along GREAT and I'm able to enjoy so much more because of it!!

I hope everyone is well.

Carly