So.. what is it like?

[PhotoNut]

Are you at or close to goal? What's it like? Do you FEEL like you've accomplished a lot? How has it changed your life? What are you doing or planning to do for maintenance? Tell all.. inquiring minds WANT TO KNOW!

[Jachut]

Well I've got 11 kg (25lb or so) to go, so pretty close.

It feels amazing. The amount of energy I have is surprising, suddenly life is not getting on top of me or out of control anymore, becuase I just go and go and go. I never used to be able to keep up with the housework becuase I'd be so flipping exhausted all the time, now I just never sit down (except at the computer, lol).

To be able to run, well I cant put into words how great that feels, I get teary actually doing it, its a sport I loved as a youngster, although Im by no means a "good" runner and I certainly need to lose the other 11 (or more) kg for the sake of knees and ankles.

I can shop anywhere now, but I certainly cant wear anything, lol, I've kind of had to come to terms with the fact that I'm nearly 40 and the body emerging is not the one I had in my 20's even though I now weigh pretty much what I did at 16 years old. Wow, that's amazing to think of.

I'm happy with my reflection, I'm not the hottest chick around but I dont need to be.

[Telly]

I'll be back to let you know in a few months :)

["Just" Paul]

I feel like a new man.


Granted, a lot less of one, but a new one nonetheless.

Still not sure about my final goal number. Was shooting for a bit more (189, am at 217) but as I build muscle, that may change.

I may be close to my final goal now... the again, still have love handles to lose, so more crunches!

[Jachut]

Hmmm, yeah. I think these last 11kg are going to make a big difference cosmetically. I think I'm probably enjoying the bulk of the health/energy advantages already, but I remember what I looked like at 75kg and 86 kg is a fair bit different!

[Diane]

I have only 22 lbs. to lose before I hit goal. But, I can honestly tell you that my life has changed dramatically!! I am not the same person at all.

I had a hard timd adjusting to the "new" me. I wasn't sure where I fit it. Then, I realized....I don't have to fit in!! I'm just gonna be me!!! WOW!! All my life I've been trying to fit in instead of just be the ME I am deep, down inside. Can I just tell you that this is liberating?!?!?

I have tears in my eyes just thinking of the change!! I am no longer emberassed to get up & walk across the room because I don't care if people are staring at my butt. It isn't big anymore!!

It's okay if I go through the buffet line one more time!! Nobody is saying - "The fat lady needs to stop eating so much!!"

I am thrilled to go on an airplane & not have to worry about the person sitting next to me being uncomfortable because they have to sit by the fat chick. (ME!)

I love, love this new me!! It took a while to get used to, but it is sooooo fun. I can't wait to see what it will be like to hit goal.

:orange: :orange: :orange: :orange: :orange: :orange: :orange: :orange:

[Jachut]

I simply cannot get over your photo Diane. YOu look so much younger, its incredible.

[Maryb]

Twenty pounds to goal. Dr. Collier says we will start tiny unfills in December till I maintain.

I have to admit it all has happened so fast that my head is spinning. I still have the old image and feelings in my brain. I see the difference in the mirror and in pictures, but it is hard for me to believe what I see is real. I am afraid I will wake up from this skinny dreamland. Past failures and disappointments are hard things to overcome mentally. You know what they say "Time heals all wounds." I guess I need some time to get use to all the changes...even if they are all good!

[Diane]

Thank you Jachut!! My husband is really likin' this new me too!! :) :)

[EmileeKaye]

Twenty some pounds left until "goal" But I am not sure if I will stick with 165 as my goal number. Depends on how I look and feel.

If I didn't lose another pound I would be fine. My life has improved more than words can say. But that doesn't mean I am not going to keep trying...and I will get to goal. :-)

["Just" Paul]

Emilee, I don't think you NEED to lose another pound. You look GREAT!

[Tricia K.]

Twenty some pounds left until "goal" But I am not sure if I will stick with 165 as my goal number. Depends on how I look and feel.

If I didn't lose another pound I would be fine. My life has improved more than words can say. But that doesn't mean I am not going to keep trying...and I will get to goal. :-)I'm with Emilee on this one. I do have 22 pounds to lose until I reach my goal but I would be fine if I didn't lose another pound. I feel great and don't look too bad either. :)

Losing 92 pounds is still rather surreal to me as I find myself not noticing the person in the mirror. But, I'm slowly coming around to realizing that it is ME!!

Having this surgery was one of the best decisions I've ever made. And, I couldn't ask for a better support group than the one here at B2G! :grouphug:

[Telly]

Yay B2G!!!!! Yayyyyyyyyyy *Special Ed's voice*

["Just" Paul]

Yay B2G!!!!! Yayyyyyyyyyy *Special Ed's voice*

How much for a ticket?
5 dollars.

Great, I can bring two of my friends. YAAAAAYYYYYYY.

How much for 2 tickets?
10 dollars.

Great, I can bring two of my friends. YAAAAAAYYYYYYY.

How much for 4 tickets?
20 dollars.

Great, I can bring two of my friends. YAAAAAAYYYYYYY.

[Telly]

That's how I feel Paul. Since I found this juke joint, I've been saying "Yayyyyyyy Yayyyyyyyy"

["Just" Paul]

That's how I feel Paul. Since I found this juke joint, I've been saying "Yayyyyyyy Yayyyyyyyy"

I love Special Ed. He was always my fave character.
I loved when he called for computer technical support.
"I got mail... I got mail... I got mail... YYAAAAAAAAAAYYYYYY"

This place is da bom.

I feel much better posting here, like I can be myself.

[Natural-1]

Well, it's so nice to see so many of the usual here and still kicking. I've had a hard time these last 2 days getting on but I am here and happy to be here.

I AM AT GOAL!!! AND LOVING IT!!!:orange:

Were do I begin... OK, I've only been at goal for about 2 weeks and started to lower my goal weight on a number of ocassions but decided this is were I want to be.

Anyway, I had not allowed WL to change my life, why? Because I always thought I was still the same person just in a bigger body, but I am not. How people treat you is so different and somewhat sad. I love were I am but I have not forgotten all those who have made their nasty comments about my weight and I will always remember this as I continue on.

I love to shop and always have, I never let being big stop me from looking good but now I have a wider range to chose from. When I go into a clothing store the clerk doesn't look at me and wonder why am I there. The attention that I get from my DH and other men is out of this world. I can't seam to go any place were a man isn't checking me out or hitting on me. This has been very uncomfortable but very good for the ego.

In order to maintain, I have added an additional protein shake and I've up'ed my workout to a whole new level. I'm actually running now and loving it. It's such a rush and I feel so much better afterwards.

Has the band changed my life, definately!! I now have to deal with problems rather then eat my way through them. I've faced so many challenges that have made me a better person and I love it. Goal is great but maintenance can be challenging.

[SandraDee]

It feels GREAT to me. Almost like a dream. I have become addicted to shopping. I feel 10 years younger. I started with a goal of 145, so now that I'm below that, where I'm at now is like an added bonus. I'm aiming for 125 now, but will be happy if I don't lose another pound. I must admit though, I still don't make the best food choices. I've been doing it by calorie counting and a little exercise. Gotta work on making better choices.

[Telly]

It feels GREAT to me. Almost like a dream. I have become addicted to shopping. I feel 10 years younger. I started with a goal of 145, so now that I'm below that, where I'm at now is like an added bonus. I'm aiming for 125 now, but will be happy if I don't lose another pound. I must admit though, I still don't make the best food choices. I've been doing it by calorie counting and a little exercise. Gotta work on making better choices.


I want to be where you are NateNate. We are the same height and have practically the same goal weight. I'm happy for you:Banane35:

Natural1, I said, in the other forum that you are one to be admired (in so many words). When a person reaches goal weight, I think it's gotta be like, fireworks, happy children, birds chirping, the sun shining. :)

[SandraDee]

Thanks Telly :) I have been watching your progress and all I have to say to you is, WOW. With your dedication, you will be there very soon. I think it took me six months just to get down to 160. You are truly an inspiration!!

[Telly]

Hey but I'm on month #5 so ...I think it's the same. I just didn't want to lose my drive. I figure, it's easier to get it off in 1 year than to get it off in 2+ years. I get bored with things easily. I needed to make myself do it quickly. Yes, I am suffering from the side effects of that decision but I'm ok with what I've done thus far. I feel good. Another 2 months I hope.

[SandraDee]

Hey but I'm on month #5 so ...I think it's the same. I just didn't want to lose my drive. I figure, it's easier to get it off in 1 year than to get it off in 2+ years. I get bored with things easily. I needed to make myself do it quickly. Yes, I am suffering from the side effects of that decision but I'm ok with what I've done thus far. I feel good. Another 2 months I hope.


That is SOOO true. I've heard it's easier the first year. That was my line of thinking, and I think that has helped me push myself, too. I would also tell myself "do what you can, while you've got it" or "don't jeapordize all of the money you paid to get a band by keeping your bad habits". I know that sounds so negative, but it's helped me time and time again.

As long as you're okay with your choices and you feel good, that's all that matters. Those side effects will go away in no time and you'll be at goal in less than a year. Keep up the good work. :cheer2:

[Lovemylpband]

You guys are a real inspiration for me. I have done great, but have so much truble with sweets at night! I'm down almost 80 pounds in 11 1/2 months. I go for my weigh in on Friday at curves. This thread is just a reminder to me about making the right choices. My personal goal is about 25 pounds from now. Then I'll make the next if I feel I need to.

Thanks

["Just" Paul]

9 months... 155 lbs, I never thought I'd be here right now, feeling so much better about myelf.

My wife says I am now obsessing about my body, and fitness, but little does she understand I was doing it before too, but in a negative way. I like this way better.

Healthy feels great.

[PhotoNut]

My wife says I am now obsessing about my body, and fitness, but little does she understand I was doing it before too, but in a negative way. I like this way better.

Healthy feels great.
I would think it would be kind of hard not to obsess for a while. That's a short amount of time to go thru such enormous changes. I'm sure you keep looking and touching just to be sure it's real and you aren't just dreaming. It would be like getting a brand new car after driving an old beater for years. You'd be out in the driveway looking at it, sitting in it, touching it, and washing it every time it got a bit of dust on it. I know I would be!

["Just" Paul]

I would think it would be kind of hard not to obsess for a while. That's a short amount of time to go thru such enormous changes. I'm sure you keep looking and touching just to be sure it's real and you aren't just dreaming. It would be like getting a brand new car after driving an old beater for years. You'd be out in the driveway looking at it, sitting in it, touching it, and washing it every time it got a bit of dust on it. I know I would be!

Touching it... washing it... yeah... Oh yeah...:Banane03:


What was the question?:madgrin:

[PhotoNut]

I had a feeling when I wrote that.... :P

[Neal R.]

I have reached my doctor's goal of 226, but I have set a loftier goal for me. I might lower it even. Actually, I am going to keep doing what I have been doing and my body should level out where it needs to be. That being said - I love life so much more because I get to experience so much more of it. :nod: