5 months post op, 82 lbs gone

[MBL]

With Pictures!

WOW, WOW, WOW!!

One of the smartest decisions I have ever made. I remember sitting here, 6 or 7 months ago, hoping beyond hope that I would one day be posting inspiring before and after shots..... and I hope they do inspire!!! NEVER did I think I would drop that kind of weight in that kind of time. Never did I expect that I would not feel hungry ALL the time. Never did I expect that I could RUN....yes, you read that right! I can RUN, and no one even needs to be chasing me My confidence is up, my stress is down, and I HAVE GOT THIS!!!

I have not had the challenges many face. I keep food down no problem as long as I chew it really well. I found a shake that I really like (Jay Robb egg white protein chocolate flavor). I can eat anything, just in very small quantities. I have been hitting 80-100 g a day of protein as some blood levels came back low so they told me to increase protein and calories. I am getting 900-1100 calories a day. Besides skim milk, I do everything full fat (well my yogurt is 2%). I do not count carbs and actually my body NEEDS healthy carbs to function. I get approximately 1/3 protein, 1/3 carbs and 1/3 fat from my calories each day. Knock wood, I have yet to experience a stall that went on for more than 4 days. I did lose a little less this month, but there is less to lose AND my thyroid medication was decreased AND I started to add a very short run to my routine (10 minutes or so). This is my recipe for success so far, yours can and will be different, but listen to your body and YOU CAN DO THIS TOO!!!! Wishing us all continued success and good health!!Attachment 20771Attachment 20772

[kenziesmom_2000]

congratulations!!! you look amazing... and happy! Thanks for the inspiration!!!! :0)

[Ann2]

Oh, MB!

You are right ... you are inspiring. Thank you for sharing your great, great success.

You are a role model.

[MBL]

Oh, MB!

You are right ... you are inspiring. Thank you for sharing your great, great success.

You are a role model.

What a sweet thing to say! Thank you!

[Terps]

You look stunning! Thank you for sharing the details of your journey. Many congratulations!

[MBL]

congratulations!!! you look amazing... and happy! Thanks for the inspiration!!!! :0)

Thank you!!

[mamb0831]

You look amazing!!!!

[wannabeslim2014]

WOW ! You have done absolutely amazing, well done !!!! xx

[rzrgirl]

Congrats that is awesome, I hope I lose quick like you. I am trying to increase my protein intake and only lost 2# this week

Great inspiration!!

[Angella67]

You look amazing and your journey is amazing!! Keep it up!!

[cowboy01]

Wow..You are looking hot. I mean that in a complimentary way not a creepy way.

[MBL]

Wow..You are looking hot. I mean that in a complimentary way not a creepy way.

Totally taking it in a non-creepy way! You are looking fab yourself I am sure!

[cowboy01]

Not quite yet. I have 11 days until my surgery. 4 days and I will start my pre op diet. I am nervous but seeing pictures like your make me optimistic.

[MBL]

Not quite yet. I have 11 days until my surgery. 4 days and I will start my pre op diet. I am nervous but seeing pictures like your make me optimistic.

BAH, I scrolled to the wrong profile! Sorry about that. I used the before and after pictures in that same exact way. I remember sitting there going....holy ^&*# and WOW and wondering whether that could be me someday. And it CAN be you. I will be hoping for an uneventful surgery for you, a quick recovery, and an amazing journey!

[nowornever14]

This is so inspiring !!! Thanks for posting your success story and the before and after pics. It is always something to get more motivation and hope.
You looks so so so much younger now. Isn't it unreal how much the weight can change our overall look. !!!
So happy for you !!
I am on my countdown 3 more weeks to my surgery date (lapband to sleeve revision ) and I am starting optifast on Monday (we have to take it 3 weeks)
Again congrats to you !!!