One Year.. wow

Apr 14, 2012

Well it sure has been a heck of a ride, if we can call it that. on 04/13/2011, was the day that marked a very important life changing life altering date forever in my life. First I will say, that I have no regrets thank the Lord. I did not come to the decision of having  WLS very lightly. Actually it was a very hard decision for me to make, as i was scared to have the surgery; but I am glad I did.. I research and research and talked about it with other pre op patients ,my  doctors, friends and family. As I have posted before this site and the wonderful people here have been instrumental on this journey that I embarked on 1 Year ago. When I started this journey I weighed 430lbs had severe sleep apnea, HB pressure, borderline diabetic and could hardly walk 2 blocks if that;  with out stopping to catch my breath. Today I weigh 270lbs I have lost 160lbs, I will be retested for my sleep apnea once i loose 25lbs more, as my doctor feels i may no longer need it. My BP medication has been cut in half and  I am no longer a borderline diabetic. I exercise 5 days a week waking, elliptical,and  strength training. I can walk 3 miles with out stopping which is a great personal accomplishment for me. If you are thinking about having WLS I would encourage you to do your homework; dot your I's and cross your T's as this is forever. You have to go through so much just to get a surgery date, and jump through so many hoops to get here then I would say; work it to your advantage in every way you can. Help yourself my working out, eating right, taking your vitamins, drinking your water, and in-taking your protein. Take full advantage of this site, ask questions and don't be shy about it. As  we all have been there or will be. Good luck to all and God bless.
























































 

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