179 Pounds Down & 97 to Go!

I am a 23 year old male from Texas! I currently teach high school English, Theatre Arts, and Debate! I have struggled with my weight for the majority of my lifetime, and remember it being an issue as far back as 1st grade. In November of 2014, just shortly after beginning my teaching career, I learned that my knees could not take the burden and strain of carrying my 480+ pound body. I knew that I would have to lose weight, especially if I wanted to be an effective educator.

However, I did nothing to help myself, and in February of 2015, I discovered that I had gained another 20 pounds, and weighed a whopping 501 pounds! It was at this juncture, paired with the clothing and tux issues I had at my brother's wedding, that made me decide that I had to begin searching for help.

In March of 2015, I saw a fantastic doctor in San Antonio, Texas, who helped me decided on a plan of action that would ultimately lead me where I am today.

On my 23rd Birthday, or June 1st of 2015, I underwent a procedure referred to as "vertical sleeve gastrectomy" or just "gastric sleeve". Prior to surgery I had lost a bit of weight, and since February of 2015, I have lost 179 pounds! I currently weigh 322 pounds, and I can not wait to hit my goal of 225!

I hope that you will friend me and help encourage me on this incredible journey! I would love to do the same for you!