I can't believe it...
As of this week, I am at goal. I truly can't believe it....
I started my LapBand journey at 304.5 miserable pounds. I was hurting everywhere, many sprained ankles, a hard time breathing, PCOS, and a lot of hopelessness. I tried every which way to lose weight and nothing worked. I always regained motivation, but could never lose more than 20lbs. I've been big since about 11 years old so I don't ever recall feeling thin, feeling bones, feeling NORMAL... any of that.
I am about 2 weeks away from my two year bandiversary.... and I have lost 130lbs... weighing in at 173.8lbs. I weighed more than this in eighth grade! My initial goal was 180lbs... but I decided for 174lbs because it puts me at a BMI of 29.9.... which FINALLY puts me in the "overweight" category! Woohoo!
I cannot begin to tell you all the WOW moments I've had.... if you sift through my blog and my vlog, you can see a lot of them there.... I can do pretty much anything now... and have tried so many new things because of my new-found health. I have really come to recognize how much of a relationship I had with food. It was always a way to celebrate for me... and always a highlight of my day. I used to live to eat. Now I eat to live. Nothing tastes as good as being skinny feels... it's so true!
I guess the next step is to set a new goal.... living in South Korea means lots of walking and healthy food.. but I also have extreme determination so I've cut out a lot of no-no foods and exercise a lot! I love being healthy, but having a little fun once in a while too.
When I get to my 2-year anniversary, I will make sure to post some really good before and afters, but I did take one AFTER two days ago in front of the mirror in my apartment. Not amazing quality, but I am proud of the photo... I sent it to my mother and her reaction made me cry. I don't think I've made my mom prouder my whole life. It's a great feeling.
Here is a BEFORE:
Here is my recent AFTER:
I started my LapBand journey at 304.5 miserable pounds. I was hurting everywhere, many sprained ankles, a hard time breathing, PCOS, and a lot of hopelessness. I tried every which way to lose weight and nothing worked. I always regained motivation, but could never lose more than 20lbs. I've been big since about 11 years old so I don't ever recall feeling thin, feeling bones, feeling NORMAL... any of that.
I am about 2 weeks away from my two year bandiversary.... and I have lost 130lbs... weighing in at 173.8lbs. I weighed more than this in eighth grade! My initial goal was 180lbs... but I decided for 174lbs because it puts me at a BMI of 29.9.... which FINALLY puts me in the "overweight" category! Woohoo!
I cannot begin to tell you all the WOW moments I've had.... if you sift through my blog and my vlog, you can see a lot of them there.... I can do pretty much anything now... and have tried so many new things because of my new-found health. I have really come to recognize how much of a relationship I had with food. It was always a way to celebrate for me... and always a highlight of my day. I used to live to eat. Now I eat to live. Nothing tastes as good as being skinny feels... it's so true!
I guess the next step is to set a new goal.... living in South Korea means lots of walking and healthy food.. but I also have extreme determination so I've cut out a lot of no-no foods and exercise a lot! I love being healthy, but having a little fun once in a while too.
When I get to my 2-year anniversary, I will make sure to post some really good before and afters, but I did take one AFTER two days ago in front of the mirror in my apartment. Not amazing quality, but I am proud of the photo... I sent it to my mother and her reaction made me cry. I don't think I've made my mom prouder my whole life. It's a great feeling.
Here is a BEFORE:
Here is my recent AFTER:
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on 4/27/10 4:46 am - Clear Lake, MN
on 4/27/10 4:46 am - Clear Lake, MN
Elena,
You have rocked your band......I'm so proud of you and happy for you.
You look amazing, and I say Korea is exactly what you needed.......
You are an inspiration to me and so many more......Enjoy the new you.....And good luck on your next goal, I know you will reach it....
Love ya, Kel
You have rocked your band......I'm so proud of you and happy for you. You look amazing, and I say Korea is exactly what you needed.......
You are an inspiration to me and so many more......Enjoy the new you.....And good luck on your next goal, I know you will reach it....
Love ya, Kel
Elena, I have looked at your blog/profile, and I am so excited for you. I hope to someday be able to say the same positive things as you!! Right now I am hurting and it is hard to stay motivated.....
While I await my "surgery date", I am doing a fun radio show and I am trying to get a guest online with me that has had the lapband surgery. Is that something you would be interested in?
Good Luck on your continued journey.
Julie
Just Julie
Sure! :) I'm a journalist so it's up my alley. LOL
I just stumbled upon a pretty cool "FREE" set up where you can do your own radio show!!! I'm doing it alone, and just started up. In the future, I do want a partner, and I'd like to speak on mostly weight loss stuff ..... I am getting requests from my fb family & friends to have someone talk about lapband.
I would be thrilled beyond belief if you would be on "my show".
I have watched your video clips, looked at your profile and I think you are doing so AWESOME !! I really need to reach out to a few folks myself for xtra support.
Julie
I would be thrilled beyond belief if you would be on "my show".
I have watched your video clips, looked at your profile and I think you are doing so AWESOME !! I really need to reach out to a few folks myself for xtra support.
Julie
Just Julie
Can you email me about it? What time (what time zone) etc? I am in Korea so the time difference is hard. My email: [email protected]
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