I AM AT GOAL!!!!!

Thanks so much Kathy! How are you doing? So can you tell me where to find information on maintaining, calories vs. exercise, etc. Courtney

I'm doing okay, Courtney. Very sore but doing well. I'm actually doing some work from home today for the first time since surgery on the 2nd. I don't really know where to find info on maintenance. My body just seemed to naturally get there on it's own. I bounce in a few pound range without much effort other than eating basically the same each day. If you done losing... you may want to add some cals in. Think you have to do it gradually. Add 100 a day and if you continue to lose then up it, etc. Andy, the trainer that worked with the hospital folks, does metabolic testing. That would give you an idea of what you burn and what your intake should be to maintain. I think the average is somewhere between 10 to 14 cals per pound of weight for maintenance depending on your fitness/activity level. Kathy

Glad to hear you are doing ok (except for the sore part) I am going to have to do some research and see what I can find out. I am not sure if I really want to lose anymore so I need to figure out what to do next. Courtney

Courtney- WOW!!! CONGRATULATIONS! You've done an amazing job! I know you will find the balance to maintain! You are an inspiration! Christina S

Thanks Christina. I hope I find the balance also. I am not sure I am comfortable with losing anymore so maintaining is my option. Courtney

That's AWESOME, Courtney! I am so happy for you! I can't wait to be able to make a post like yours - heck - I can't wait to have surgery! 7 weeks and counting... Good luck maintaining! , Robin

Thanks Robin. Your surgery date is approaching quickly. Soon you will be posting all those wow moments. Courtney

Well done Courtney!!!! I am so proud of you!!! You look amazing! Did you find your wedding outfit? I went to Belks on Saturday to return an outfit my mother in law got me for my birthday and got my wedding outfit there. I was amazed that it fitted and you know I am not sure what my style is any more. But I got my outfit without any problem!! Hope you got yours too. Jackie

Thanks Jackie. I did get an outfit but not sure I like it. I did learn a few tricks while I was out and decided to go back and try one that I had tried last week, if it works out I might be getting it and taking the other one back. Courtney

My hot lady! She is very special to me and this makes us both very happy! Her heart is very special to me. I am going to keep her heart with me for a very long time. She has mine as well. We will be together for a very long time and work through the little things in life. Congratulations! Go Courtney Go!