1 year later after bypass surgery

Sep 20, 2009

NO REGRETS!

I am happy to report that it has been a year and a month since my surgery.  I didn't lose all the weight I intended but I have made leaps and bounds from how I was doing a year ago.  I am now at 176lbs and have been at this weight since April of 2009.  I am pleased with my progress and how much energy I feel.  I would say that the main goal now is to get back into a serious workout regiment.  I have done light working out, biking, walking and occasional swimming, but now it is time to hit the weights and step it up a notch.  I think boxing is in order for my new workout program.  

I don't feel the need to lose much more weight but I do feel the need to feel strong and keep my weight were it is.  If I lose more, I will be fine with that...but for me, it is more important to feel energetic, strong and lean. 

I love that I can wear all my old clothes.  I have bought a few new items and it has definitely made me feel good that I can get back into a size 12.  Hmmmm....maybe a size 10 would be good...ha! 

I know this is a crucial time since 1 year has passed and I know a number of people start to gain a little back.  I feel that it is important for me to get back to support groups too.  I know that was key in my progression.  I am comfortable now...but don't want to get "too" comfortable with my change that I slip back into old habits.

I will say this.....my relationship did take a bit of a bump for a month with the changes....but now, I couldn't ask for a better more supportive mate.  I am very lucky for someone to love me at my heaviest and my lightest.  More importantly, it is wonderful that I am loving myself at my heaviest and lightest.  The confidence I feel is wonderful and I feel empowered...more so then "before" because now I am not worried as much and focused only on my body and weight. 

All in all....CHANGE IS GOOD!!!!

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