Jan 20th - Personal Trainer

Jan 20, 2008

I finally posted pictures!!  I don't have in for Jan yet, but I am down to a 14.  I am so excited.  OK, so it is really a 14W, but nonetheless, I am thrilled.  I am hovering at 214 now.  I am still a ways to go, but I am still losing.  

I am finally walking most days - only about a mile.  On Wed I will meet with a fitness trainer for the first time!!  I am keepting this promise to myself - thisis a lifetime change, so I may as well get at it.

It is so good to walk 1 to 2 miles and feel good afterwards.  I am liking the new me.  A size 14 takes me back 10 years.  A size 16 takes me back about 5 years.  I am really loving the new clothes.

Big Hugs,
Lisa 

Jan 13th - 4 Mths - 57 lbs

Jan 14, 2008

Last wk I finally started walking every day.  I am not walking that far; however, I have already noticed I can walk a little more each day.  This has been a goal since surgery, so I am very excited about sticking with it.  I am now 4 mths out and 57 lbs down.  I am at 214 now.  Funny how I could even say my weight before!  I have dropped again, this time from 16's to 14's.  This is an exciting process.  There is that occassional day when I feel like I am losing myself.  However, most days are great, filled with a new attitude about health and longevity.

Big Hugs,
Lisa    

Dec 11th - 3 Months - 51 lbs down

Dec 11, 2007

Hello All,
I am 3 months out from RNY, 51 lbs lost and down from a sz. 20 to 16s.  I feel lighter and most important healthier.  I haven't had any major back problems since the surgery.  

With every pound lost comes hope that I can do this.  I am now 220.5 lbs and want to achieve 199 lbs as my first goal.  It will really be nice to get to one anything again.  Ultimately, I will arrive at 165 lbs to maximize my future health and well being.  

The life adjustments have not been hard; however, admittedly I am going to have to start exercising.  I am already starting to see the weight loss slow down.  I get especially frustrated around my cycle when I always seem to find a few pounds.  The good news is they dissapear afterwards.  

So my focus this month, meaning my promise to myself, is to drink enough water and begin to walk even if it is for a short duration.
I have been dilagent about my vitamins and watching my quantity of food.    

I must say WLS was the right decision for me.  I know I still have a long road ahead; however, I am already starting to see the life changes and healthier choices.  For me, WLS was never about getting my old look back, it was about getting a healthier me back and doing what I needed to do to ensure my longevity to the best of my ability.  It is still baby steps, but I can already see the results of a healthier me.

Hugs, 
Lisa

Sept 12th is the date!

Aug 18, 2007

I am approved and I have a date!   Not much longer now.  I an excited, anxious, the whole works.  My pre-op visits are scheduled for the last wk of August.  I have started going through my closet in anticipation of old, healthier sizes.  Most of my post-op buying is done.  OK, let the countdown begin.  I am nervous, but ready.
   

First Visit Down

Jun 19, 2007

Hello All!  I went to my first visit yesterday (6/18/07) to get my doctor, nutrition and mental health evaluation.  After each portion I was told they have all they need and believe I am a good candidate for RNY.  They are currently scheduling surgeries for August.  Next steps are to get approved officially by the team and the much tougher task of getting approved by the insurance.  I have been assured that BC/BS of NC is pretty easy to work with.  I will keep you all posted.  For now, I am glad the visit is behind me.  I have every plan to begin weight loss and exercise to prep myself for surgery.  Keep your fingers and toes crossed for me (Prayers and positive energy graciously accepted!).

Hugs,
Lisa 

 


Almost to the first visit!

May 26, 2007

June 18th here I come.  I am done will all of the testing and I am in the education stage while I await my first surgeon visit on June 18th.  I am very thankful for all of the support on this site.  It is tough for friends and family to understand.

First Surgeon Visit Approaching

May 01, 2007

My application has been approved and I am scheduled to meet the weight loss surgery team for the first time on June 18, 2007.  So far, I have all of my blood work done.  I have a few other test to complete like B. Swallow.  It's amazing how much mind space this is all taking.  I am always thinking about all of this.

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