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I use EAS AdvantEdge pre-made protein shakes. I prefer Vanilla ( I can get a case at BJ's) or strawberry (available in 4 packs at local stores). After my second surgery, I had a hard time getting them down, my nurse recommended mixing them with ice in the blender or just pouring them over ice. Which helped.

Thanks! This is helpful.

Yes, I had some fears before surgery (RYN - 11/28/12). I was more public about my surgery and weight loss as I was asked to write a blog for a local magazine. My thought was If I'm going to lose 80+ pounds in 6 months, no sense not being open about why. For the most part, people have been accepting and supportive of my…

I'm in. I find this a great way to stay focused and accountable. Goal Weight: 150 lbs Current Weight: 154.6 lbs Fitness Goal: Run 6 miles Current Distance: 5.4 miles @ 10:10/mile pace

This is my final check-in as I leave for our cabin tomorrow. No phone or email for 10 days. Checking In 4/29: 167.8 5/3: 162.8 5/13: 161.4 5/26: 160.0 6/12 154.1***** 6/23 158.1 :( 6/27 155.4 Goal Weight: 155 Fitness goal: Run 3 miles at 10 min/mi (Currently running 2.5 miles at 11 min/mi) / Current Fitness status:…

Checking In 4/29: 167.8 5/3: 162.8 5/13: 161.4 5/26: 160.0 6/12 154.1***** 6/23 158.1 :( Goal Weight: 155 Fitness goal: Run 3 miles at 10 min/mi (Currently running 2.5 miles at 11 min/mi) / Current Fitness status: Completed 5K race on 6/22 at 10:30 min/mi.

Checking In 4/29: 167.8 5/3: 162.8 5/13: 161.4 5/26: 160.0 6/12 154.1***** Goal Weight: 155 Fitness goal: Run 3 miles at 10 min/mi (Currently running 2.5 miles at 11 min/mi) / Current Fitness status: Completed 5K on 5/27 Outside running is slower than on the treadmill. Average 4.0 miles @ 11 min/mi. Beginning to think my…

Checking In 4/29: 167.8 5/3: 162.8 5/13: 161.4 5/26: 160.0 Goal Weight: 155 Fitness goal: Run 3 miles at 10 min/mi (Currently running 2.5 miles at 11 min/mi) / Current Fitness status: Ran 5k course in 32:36 minutes, Race Monday 5/27. Size 8 shorts too big!!!:laugh: Need to get new shorts before our trip to the cabin for…

Checking In 4/29: 167.8 5/3: 162.8 5/13: 161.4 5/21: Goal Weight: 155 162.5 Fitness goal: Run 3 miles at 10 min/mi (Currently running 2.5 miles at 11 min/mi) / Current Fitness status: Ran 5k course in 32:36 minutes, Race Monday. Watching carbs and calories again to drop some weight.

Thanks for the tips! I'll let you know how it goes on Monday!!!:happy:

Hoping all is well. :smile:

Nice and thanks! I might use it in an upcoming blog.

Checking In 4/29: 167.8 5/3: 162.8 5/13: 161.4 Goal Weight: 155 Fitness goal: Run 3 miles at 10 min/mi (Currently running 2.5 miles at 11 min/mi) / Current Fitness status: Ran 25 minutes solid at 12 min/mi. Signed up for first 5K for 5/27.

I bought this cookbook and got rid of it. Just about every recipe had wine in it. I use many of my "old" recipes, but I do like things plain and simple. My mom's Meatloaf recipe was a big winner this winter.

My story is similar to Turtle13 (5 months out as well). I met with two surgical groups and sat thru over 4 webinars (called emmi's) as well as my own research. For me, the RNY (or Gastric Bypass) was the option that statistically offered the most weight loss. I think the average is 60% of the weight you need to lose. By…

Checking in: Starting Weight (4/29): 167.8 Current Weight (5/3): 162.8 Exercising 5 times this week. Using Couch to 5K app for running. Today's goal run 20 min solid at 5.0 mph rate.

Maggy - Congratulations on reaching your goal! That is amazing and wonderful. You might consider changing your diet a bit, adding a little more fat or carbs into the mix without increasing the calories. I know that when I was stalled, it was suggested that I lower my carbs and that made a big difference. Hope that…

Thanks, Laura!

Great job! That is just awesome.

I'm in! We will be at our cabin in NY on the 4th so I will have to have my last report in June before we head north. No internet service there (or scale)! Current Weight 167.8 Goal Weight 155 Fitness goal: Run 3 miles at 10 min/mi (Currently running 2.5 miles at 11 min/mi) Thinking a massage for a reward, and no Gold Peak…

Congrats! My surgery was 11/28/12. Down 55 lbs since surgery, with 20 lbs to reach the surgeon's goal weight. My advice (although not solicited) is to start walking as soon as possible. It really made me feel much better. Good Luck!

Glad I'm not alone. Just was reviewing body types and styles to wear as my body type has changed. The big boobs are gone, wearing a size medium top. All I can say is "Wow"!

2/24/13 - Starting Weight 186.8, current weight 182.8, goal weight 170 Exercise is on hold while I recover from Bronchitis (on day 4 of antibiotics).

Yeah for You! I'll keep you in my thoughts for surgery day!

Just saw this and am keeping you in my thoughts!

Current Weight: 186.8 Goal Weight: 175 Current Exercise: 4X 30-60 minutes/week Goal Exercise: 5X 40-60 minutes/week Eatting goal: Continue to follow the "rules" while incorporating more vegetables into the mix. Emotional goal: RELAX! And enjoy the ride!

I'm late but I'm in. Been stuck at 190/189 for 2 weeks (2 months post surgery) Starting Weight 189.8 Goal for 2/14 185

Xcarrie3137, I have had a really successful bypass. Even with some complications. I had surgery on 11/28/12, I lost 30 lbs before surgery and have lost another 40 since. January 3rd I had to have emergency surgery, as I lost so much weight so fast my internal stitches came undone. They were able to go in laproscopically…

Ladies, I have been working through this as well. What is "thin" enough? I got some helpful advice that I will pass along. Each day look in the mirror and find 2 things you like about your "new" body. I had surgery 11/28/12, I'm down 40 lbs post surgery 70 lbs since 9/12. I've gone from plus size 20 pants to a size 10. But…

I had GP surgery 11/28 would love to have a friend on this journey