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I wore under armour throughout my lose phase. Still do even after skin removal. Good stuff and worth the money. As it gets too big, I use as sleepweaR.
check out their outlet stores or outlet on their website. I don't think I've paid retail yet.
HW 510 / SW 424/ GW 175 (stretch goal to get 10 under) / CW 160 (I'm near the charts ideal weight - wonder if I can stay here)
RNY November 2016
PS: L/R arm skin removal; belt panniculectomy - April, 2019
Good Morning!
I made this video for anyone who has any questions or doubts about having sex after the Gastric Sleeve Surgery.
https://youtu.be/Goj21DM5Nhs
Regards
Dr. Alvarez
Thank you all for your responses.
I too Have been struggling with drinking. Enough protein which was recommended by my surgeon (12oz) a day. But I was very scared of popping my new stomach and causi. A leak. I have been having some cramping in my calves which I figured were due to lack of protein and potassium.
All of your responses are awesome thank you again.
I haven't been able to be on here much this past year. Yesterday was my 4 year anniversary from having VSG. I still feel that it was the best decision ever for my health and well being. I have lost over 200 pounds. I'm not going to lie, this year has been a bit of a roller coaster. I got married almost a year ago then after two months of marriage my husband was diagnosed with cancer. Through four hospital stays and two surgeries thank God he is fine now and cancer free. While that journey could have been so much worse than it was it still took a tole. I also went through some wacky health issues with hormones and things and had to work on getting my house fixed up and sold.
I went for my annual check in with my surgeon on Friday and despite the fact that I've gained 13 pounds back they were still very pleased with my overall progress and the fact that I am getting things back in control. I've been struggling with feeing a bit like a failure due to the little bit of regain however they said that with all I've had to deal with this year they were surprised at how well I've maintained. Overall things now have settled down and are going good. I'm working on getting back to my lowest weight and enjoying time with my wonderful husband.
The black and white photo is what my surgeon gave me from my first consultation day compared to my four year check in and the other one is from today.
Had VSG on 9/28/15
Lost 161 lbs since surgery, LOST 221 lbs overall so far!! 
Under Armour, Old Navy, and Athleta are my go-tos for compression gear and have been throughout weight loss.
VSG with Dr. Salameh - 3/13/2014
Diagnosed with Binge Eating Disorder and started Vyvanse - 7/22/2016
Reconstructive Surgeries with Dr. Michaels - 6/5/2017 (LBL & brachioplasty), 8/14/2017 (UBL & mastopexy), 11/6/2017 (medial leg lift)
Age 42 Height 5'4" HW 319 (1/3/2014) SW 293 (3/13/2014) CW 149 (7/16/2017)
Next Goal 145 - normal BMI | Total Weight Lost 170
TrendWeight | Food Blog (sort of functional) | Journal (down for maintenance)
Im trying to break that 200 barrier and stay there more often than not. Right now I'm staying around 205, which is 100 down from my surgery weight 4/2/15. And I am very proud of that fact, but it's a daily struggle and I'd like to find a way to make it easier.
HW 303, pre op diet 284 CW 278
on 9/29/19 10:16 am
I'm still actively losing, but I do IF three days a week (M,Th,Fri). I do a 16/8 on those days, meaning, I don't eat until 12 on fast days and I stop eating at 8p. The rest of the time I drink unsweetened iced tea or drink water.
Getting enough protein is always hard for me, regardless of whether or not I do IF. I eat between 900 and 1000 calories every day and I don't change that on IF days. What does change is I tend to get a lot less carbs on IF days because I prioritize protein and fat on those days to get enough calories in the limited time. IF days are all lean meat and vegetables/leafy greens. Yes, I exercise on Friday, which is an IF day. I'm ravenous after my morning work out on Friday, but I just drink drink drin****il lunch, and then I eat a high protein, high fat lunch. An omelette with cheese for instance.
My goal is to switch to IF (16/8) every day. But it's more challenging when I'm at home than when I'm in the office. At home, I am inclined to snack. It's habit more than hunger.
Does anybody have any suggestions for bigger size compression clothing?
I finally got over my 300lb hurdle and am looking forward to more gym time but would like to find some good compression clothing to keep loose skin from moving around so much.
Surgery Date: 10/18/2018
6'1" Male
HW: 471. SW: 459 (post). GW: 225
Ive been reading and hearing a lot about intermittent fasting, does anyone here use that as a maintenance? How do you get your protein in, do you exercise on your fast days? How long do you fast, how many hours at a time or days a week?
Im looking for general information and advice!
HW 303, pre op diet 284 CW 278
It will be 12 years for me next month and I still do not feel hunger.
Real life begins where your comfort zone ends
