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  • You know the pre Op diet only sucks if you say it does. One of the biggest hurdles in life and this diet or idea of regaining your health is to make concsious decisions about what goes into your body temple. I took the 2 weeks on liquids to focus on what my goal was. No matter what was in front of me my Mind was determined…
    in I'm so over this Pre-Op diet already! Comment by rscpjim January 2015
  • Mindfulness in life as a general rule is always wise. I have learned to ask myself what is it I am feeding. My stomach or my mind. The mind can be the great deceiver in our life if not properly trained. Been on the roller coasters and decided to enjoy the smoothness of the still waters of the lake. Mindfulness is being…
    in Eating my emotions Comment by rscpjim January 2015
  • Hate to sound like a broken record but make sure that your getting your protein in. That was the one thing I did more than anything was make sure I got my protein drinks in. Calories be darned...lol Water is great but protein will keep your weight loss going before and after surgery. Oh and one more thing.. Remember to…
    in Haven't Even Started and Stalling?! Comment by rscpjim January 2015
  • Prior to my Surgery I did water aerobics and swimming. I Plan on going back to that just as soon as my sutures heal.
    in Exercising with back issues Comment by rscpjim January 2015
  • I had mine done Jan. 12 th. So I am waiting for my first Doctor visit. We shall see more to come.
    in VSG Patient Comment by rscpjim January 2015
  • Yes that was the one thing I really had to deal with was that shoulder and chest pain!
    in What's the one thing you wish you'd known before surgery? Comment by rscpjim January 2015
  • Hmmmm.... There is so much here Thaeda and I can feel in your words your struggle and yet you still persevere. My only thoughts for you here are to help you change your thoughts about you. Something I usually teach to young adults. First and foremost Give Yourself A break. You have nothing to prove to anyone. You have what…
    in Almost to one year out... Comment by rscpjim January 2015
  • Hey Devi, I just had my Surgery last Tuesday. I am very grateful I had it done. That day came and went so quick it was pretty amazing. I took my 12 week classes from Keiser and to be honest they answered any questions prior to me moving forward. I did have a moment right after the surgery questioning my decision. But that…
    in What's the one thing you wish you'd known before surgery? Comment by rscpjim January 2015
  • I take that back Mine is some other device. Hmm time to go shopping...lol
    in FIT BIT Comment by rscpjim January 2015
  • I have one of those too. I probably should link up with every one. Then I would force myself to get off by tush and go ...lol I have it linked up with this and my YMCA account. So it is cool.
    in FIT BIT Comment by rscpjim January 2015
  • I just had my Surgery last week on the 12th. So I haven't had any major food issues yet. I will have my first post appointment next week and see where I go from there. Been concentrating on getting the protein in. I have been using the Premier Protein and like it. I will look forward to hearing from you all regarding what…
    in Looking for support... Comment by rscpjim January 2015
  • Funny I just had that experience last night at church while taking a class. I am a week out from my Gastric Sleeve Surgery and I was sitting in the church thinking darn my butt hurts. My back it still and Im cold.. Hmmmm More changes to come. As soon as I can start exercising I can start on the squats for sure..lol
    in Ok, does your butt hurt? Comment by rscpjim January 2015
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