4 Years Post-Op

Apr 07, 2010

April 7, 2010...I just had my 4 year post-op check up with Cathy English of Dr. Wallace's office.  The bad news is I'm at 185 lbs, which is 20 pounds more than I'd like to be at.  The good news is that I could be worse and have gained more!  I guess it just goes to show you that surgery isn't a magic permanent fix - it is just a tool - and you still have to work at eating right and exercising.  Right now I feel like my "old" pre-surgery appetite is back - I don't feel full like I used to.  I know I'm not eating right all the time and definitely not getting in enough water.  As far as exercise goes, I stil hate it.  I started taking Zumba classes a couple months ago, and while I do enjoy that, I have yet to see any weight loss or inches lost from sweating my butt off.  So that is disappointing to me, makes me feel "why bother".  But...the warmer weather is around the corner, and I really want to try and get back on track.  I walk during my lunch hour at work, and walk the dog, and go to Zumba.  I know I'm getting enough protein in, but I'm going to try and increase my water intake and also try milk for a between meal snack.  Cathy also advised doing a food journal like I did right after surgery, which I'm willing to try.  I have a wedding to go to in about 2 months, I'd like to be under 180 lbs. at least by then.  Wish me luck!

0 Comments