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Topic: RE: New member looking for encouragement
Welcome, and congrats on the steps you've taken! I posted my welcome, who I am, what I'm about, and how I plan success (and WE WILL SUCCEED). Welcome!
Topic: RE: Hi there
Wow. What an inspiring story! Seven years and 157 pounds. That is amazing. You have lost over 1/2 the person you were in 2005!
And it is cool that you are close to my age. My math says you just turned 33? I'm 34, turning 35 in March 2013.
And it is cool that you are close to my age. My math says you just turned 33? I'm 34, turning 35 in March 2013.
Topic: RE: How is everyone doing? Happy Friday!
This past weekend I took my wife out for a date! I took her to the musical live performance of ROCK OF AGES and then out for a nice dinner. It was fun to get all dressed up.
Sunday we took my brother-in-law back to the airport to return overseas after a 5-week visit. Yes, 5-weeks. Everyday. that was an experience. He is an opera singer based in Wales.
Great weekend...except for the 9 hours of driving I did sunday to and from the Airport and surrounding areas.
Sunday we took my brother-in-law back to the airport to return overseas after a 5-week visit. Yes, 5-weeks. Everyday. that was an experience. He is an opera singer based in Wales.
Great weekend...except for the 9 hours of driving I did sunday to and from the Airport and surrounding areas.
Topic: Well, started my latest and greatest LIFESTYLE CHANGE today
Hello,
For those of you who don't know me (I'm guessing thats most of you), I'm Brock. A 34 year old married banker from Minnesota. I have one son, Ross, who is 11-months old...born 11-16-11. There is another one in the oven, due 5-12-13 (Mother's Day). My wife, Kristy, is a saint. I love my life. I love my family. I'm quite happy.
Happy except for my weight. I had bariatric suregery back in the day, but regained. I was 350 pounds once, had surgery at 320, and lost weight down to about 200. That was 8-21-08 when I hit my low. But I re-gained 95 pounds, because I sit here today at 295 lbs.
So, what am I doing? Well, not relying on my Bariatric Surgery anymore, for one. I'm re-losing it on my own. Today I did my first C25K work. I plan on converting myself into a runner by the time #2 arrives. I'm trying to drink boatloads of water, while limiting, if not eliminating, alcohol, soda, juice, etc. As far as meals, my guideline is EAT WHATEVER, JUST DON'T SKIP. I haven't been very good about actually eating these last few years, thus probably ruining any metabolism I had.
I think through these efforts, I can attain my goal of losing 100 lbs. before the end of 2013, if not sooner.
I'm excited, and meet you all!
Brock
For those of you who don't know me (I'm guessing thats most of you), I'm Brock. A 34 year old married banker from Minnesota. I have one son, Ross, who is 11-months old...born 11-16-11. There is another one in the oven, due 5-12-13 (Mother's Day). My wife, Kristy, is a saint. I love my life. I love my family. I'm quite happy.
Happy except for my weight. I had bariatric suregery back in the day, but regained. I was 350 pounds once, had surgery at 320, and lost weight down to about 200. That was 8-21-08 when I hit my low. But I re-gained 95 pounds, because I sit here today at 295 lbs.
So, what am I doing? Well, not relying on my Bariatric Surgery anymore, for one. I'm re-losing it on my own. Today I did my first C25K work. I plan on converting myself into a runner by the time #2 arrives. I'm trying to drink boatloads of water, while limiting, if not eliminating, alcohol, soda, juice, etc. As far as meals, my guideline is EAT WHATEVER, JUST DON'T SKIP. I haven't been very good about actually eating these last few years, thus probably ruining any metabolism I had.
I think through these efforts, I can attain my goal of losing 100 lbs. before the end of 2013, if not sooner.
I'm excited, and meet you all!
Brock
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on 10/23/12 9:25 pm - Canada
on 10/23/12 9:25 pm - Canada
Topic: RE: Hi there
Hello!
So glad you found us! :)
Congratulations on a successful weight loss. What a big day you have coming up on November 6th. I'm sure you'll lose a few more pounds of skin with your surgery. I wish I had some advice about how to cope with being "normal" size. All I know is how to be the best you that you can be. Being scared is normal, I think, before surgery.
All I can offer from my experience is my breast reduction surgery. I couldn't wait to have smaller boobs and no more back and shoulder pain. The surgery went fine but the first week or two was hard (who knew how much a little arm movement would hurt on the chest). Once I got over the initial shock of how the girls looked post-op (yes, I cried...I'll admit it) I was fine. I was self-conscious of the scars as any 20-something would be but not having the pain and associated issues was so worth it. (and perhaps your plastic surgeon knows of someone you could talk to about these feelings...I'm sure you are not the first person who feels this way.)
If I had to do it again, I would in a heartbeat. Try not to think of this surgery as letting the fat girl go...try to think of it as another tool to feeling better physically. You deserve it! And the "fat girl" will hopefully just fade away.
Please let us know how things go on November 6th. I will be sure to think of you on that day and send positive and healing energy your way.
Hugs,
Tammy
So glad you found us! :)
Congratulations on a successful weight loss. What a big day you have coming up on November 6th. I'm sure you'll lose a few more pounds of skin with your surgery. I wish I had some advice about how to cope with being "normal" size. All I know is how to be the best you that you can be. Being scared is normal, I think, before surgery.
All I can offer from my experience is my breast reduction surgery. I couldn't wait to have smaller boobs and no more back and shoulder pain. The surgery went fine but the first week or two was hard (who knew how much a little arm movement would hurt on the chest). Once I got over the initial shock of how the girls looked post-op (yes, I cried...I'll admit it) I was fine. I was self-conscious of the scars as any 20-something would be but not having the pain and associated issues was so worth it. (and perhaps your plastic surgeon knows of someone you could talk to about these feelings...I'm sure you are not the first person who feels this way.)
If I had to do it again, I would in a heartbeat. Try not to think of this surgery as letting the fat girl go...try to think of it as another tool to feeling better physically. You deserve it! And the "fat girl" will hopefully just fade away.
Please let us know how things go on November 6th. I will be sure to think of you on that day and send positive and healing energy your way.
Hugs,
Tammy
Topic: Hi there
Hello everyone!!
I just thought I would say hello! I accidentally found this message board after stumbling upon the plastic surgery board first.
i am happy to see you here :). My story is this...7 years ago today (my 26th birthday) I was 300 lbs. I gave birth to a baby girl who turned 7 today. I have been overweight or obese my whole life. Today I woke up 143.3 lbs. I lost to the 220s after my sons birth in 2008. In 2011 I bought a body bug and religiously logged my foods. I run almost everyday. I am scheduled for a tummy tuck, thigh lift, breast lift and augmentation November 6. I am terrified. I wish that I wasn't but I am. I have never had a flat tummy and it just seems so strange to me. I have also fought so so so hard to get here and it is like a dream that I have made it. I have failed so many times that I just can't imagine what it might be like being "normal" I just don't know how to let the "fat girl' go....
I just thought I would say hello! I accidentally found this message board after stumbling upon the plastic surgery board first.
i am happy to see you here :). My story is this...7 years ago today (my 26th birthday) I was 300 lbs. I gave birth to a baby girl who turned 7 today. I have been overweight or obese my whole life. Today I woke up 143.3 lbs. I lost to the 220s after my sons birth in 2008. In 2011 I bought a body bug and religiously logged my foods. I run almost everyday. I am scheduled for a tummy tuck, thigh lift, breast lift and augmentation November 6. I am terrified. I wish that I wasn't but I am. I have never had a flat tummy and it just seems so strange to me. I have also fought so so so hard to get here and it is like a dream that I have made it. I have failed so many times that I just can't imagine what it might be like being "normal" I just don't know how to let the "fat girl' go....
Topic: RE: Thinking !!!
Hey Deb!
Happy to see your post again as always! You are an inspiration in so many ways and I give you full and big hugs. I am so happy to have made your acquaintance on this forum. We are all on the mission to be the best and most healthy person we can be. The mission and perspective changes up and the one lesson I reflect on the most is to be healthy. The numbers, on the scale or clothing, do not always add up to healthy. The very fact that you are aware and conscious of your best health is the greatest motivator. You have done so well and wish you well on your best healthy body and soul. Your hubby and children learn from their role model and that is you. We females seem to be the best teachers and you are it. Keep up the great work. Nancy
Happy to see your post again as always! You are an inspiration in so many ways and I give you full and big hugs. I am so happy to have made your acquaintance on this forum. We are all on the mission to be the best and most healthy person we can be. The mission and perspective changes up and the one lesson I reflect on the most is to be healthy. The numbers, on the scale or clothing, do not always add up to healthy. The very fact that you are aware and conscious of your best health is the greatest motivator. You have done so well and wish you well on your best healthy body and soul. Your hubby and children learn from their role model and that is you. We females seem to be the best teachers and you are it. Keep up the great work. Nancy
Topic: RE: Thinking !!!
Magic NO! Work YES! Easy either way NO! Doable YES! I know I feel healthier today than I did when I was 299 at my heaviest. And I think even just another 10% weight reduction could make all the difference. Going to keep working at it one day at a time.
(deactivated member)
on 10/22/12 7:47 pm - Canada
on 10/22/12 7:47 pm - Canada
Topic: RE: Thinking !!!
Glad you are comfortable with your decision. It's a tough one to make, that's for sure.
I was seriously considering surgery a year ago. In reading the forums (particularly the Ontario one that is super active), I saw all of their challenges and realized it wasn't the magic solution...it is a great tool though for many folks. I would still need to track food intake, exercise and maybe never have sugar again.
Baby steps, Deb. You will reach your goal of 225.
Tammy
I was seriously considering surgery a year ago. In reading the forums (particularly the Ontario one that is super active), I saw all of their challenges and realized it wasn't the magic solution...it is a great tool though for many folks. I would still need to track food intake, exercise and maybe never have sugar again.
Baby steps, Deb. You will reach your goal of 225.
Tammy
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