14 Month Update w/Pics
I know I haven't posted any topics in a long time but I thought I would be brave and post a pic for the benefit of pre-ops who may still need proof that the DS really does work.
I am 14 months out and after a bit of a rocky start I am happy to say that I am healthy, relatively happy and I reached my goal weight at about 11 months.
I can't say that it was easy but I also can't say that it was all that hard, except for the first couple of months. I take my vitamins like a champ and my labs are stellar. I eat pretty much what I want and try to watch the carbs.
My life has changed in that I have much more energy and I am much more active than I was before. I worked out before my DS and now I can do a lot more than I could 105lbs ago. I am swimming 20 laps in addition to water aerobics and I also do a little strength training and cardio machines.
Of course everything is not perfect and I still have some old issues, like my obsession with food, and losing the weight hasn't helped me much in the dating department but I remain optimistic. But overall, it was the best and most important decision I have ever made for myself and my ONLY regret is not having done it sooner.
Here is my mugshot before photo taken right after my surgery which is why I look so thrilled! LOL!!!
I am 14 months out and after a bit of a rocky start I am happy to say that I am healthy, relatively happy and I reached my goal weight at about 11 months.
I can't say that it was easy but I also can't say that it was all that hard, except for the first couple of months. I take my vitamins like a champ and my labs are stellar. I eat pretty much what I want and try to watch the carbs.
My life has changed in that I have much more energy and I am much more active than I was before. I worked out before my DS and now I can do a lot more than I could 105lbs ago. I am swimming 20 laps in addition to water aerobics and I also do a little strength training and cardio machines.
Of course everything is not perfect and I still have some old issues, like my obsession with food, and losing the weight hasn't helped me much in the dating department but I remain optimistic. But overall, it was the best and most important decision I have ever made for myself and my ONLY regret is not having done it sooner.
Here is my mugshot before photo taken right after my surgery which is why I look so thrilled! LOL!!!
Starting weight & height: 265/5' 8.5; Goal weight: 160; Current weight: 155