May Sleevers Checking In!

How is everyone doing?

I made my first trip to the gym post-op yesterday and then followed that with a walk on a trail with a girlfriend! I did 5.5 miles altogether and did at least 120 minutes of cardio (45 minutes of intensish cardio). I'm thinking that in 25 lbs or so I'm going to do a couch-to-5k. I used to participate in the Susan G. Komen 3-Day 60 mile walks in Boston, but am thinking that I should probably start with something shorter in the beginning and I've always wanted to run a 5k. I know I'm a bit ahead of myself, but getting back to the gym is putting me in such a positive spirit about exercise!

How are you all doing?

WOW - great job with the exercise!!  I'm trying to work out at least 4 - 5 times per week, but it's tough right now with my daughter in softball.  We always seem to be on a field somewhere.  Overall things are going great!  I am .8 lbs away from 30 lbs lost so I'm pretty pleased.  It's amazing how disinterested in food I am.  It's just not worth making my tummy hurt in order to eat something I shouldn't .  It's easier to just throw in a cheese stick, shrimp, peanuts if I want to "fill up". 

Keep up the great work!!!

Beth

Well I am doing perfectly. Losing kinda slow but feeling great! I swear if it wasn't for the small amounts of food I can eat I wouldnt know I had surgery
No food issues at all. I try to get my protein from food instead of shakes. I am feeling so much healthier. I love my sleeve

I had my surgery May 13. I am on a stall right now. I am new and do not post much and do a lot of reading. This site is filled with good information and I am really liking it.

Boy you are definitely working it girl! 

I want to join the gym again but I am sooooo scared.  Due to my fibromyalgia & rheumatoid arthritis I am afraid that I will over do it  in the gym and wipe myself out.  I've been doing a lot of walking .  I really need a trainer but can't afford it so for now it's me & the Wii!

 My sleeve was about 20 days after most posting in here. I still have one not entirely closed up yet (stitch that isnt healed)

Just walking for now.

You guys all sound like you're doing great. Whether it's the gym, the Wii or walking, we're all moving our bodies towards a healthier life.

I'm so proud of everyone for having made such a wonderful decision! Keep up the great work!!

Great job!  I am looking to join a gym and start next week.  I am currently sitting at the hospital with my brother who had an accident and shattered his left ankle.  He had surgery on it Monday and is having trouble with pain control.  His wife had to return to work today so I told them I would sit with him. 

I am doing great now that I can eat some soft meat! I seriously thought if I had to try to eat one more curd of cottage cheese I would throw up!  LOL! 

I finally have decent energy.  Went thru a couple of weeks where I had absolutely no energy.  Would try to do a little Zumba, or go for a walk and be wore out for at least a day!  That was getting old! 

Anyways, Love to see how all of us "May sleevers" are doing!  Lets keep each other updated and encouraged! 

God Bless!
Ruthie

Good for you for making it to the gym! I'm waiting until next week when i'll be 6 weeks out and can start lifting weights. I've lost 24 lbs since my may 12 surgery and already feel flabby, looking forward to getting in the gym to firm things up a little.

 Way to go!! I had my surfery on May 17th and I still havent reached the day that i can start working out yet. But i have been walking on my breaks and  after work. Plus recently i have started swimming as much as i can! Its amazing how much energy i have now even after only having a small weight loss. Im loving it!!!