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I would like to join, I need some tips thgouh. I am using a stationary bike, because I have arthritic knees. I also walk some. I need some advice on exercises I can do without getting on my knees Anyone have any ideas Can't do lunges, push ups, etc.

Hi. Had a gastric sleeve in 2011 Almost died. Was in the hospital 12 weeks. Still have some stuff left like a nerupathy from a chest tube. However, I lost a hundred poiunds and stopped dead 20 ponds short of my doctor's goal for me and 40 from my personal goal. I moved to California away from the dietician, the doctor and…

I just moved to California from Hastings and I just want to wish you all the best!

When does this start? today I hit my calorie goal exactly.

I have been through some setbacks lately, and I have gained 10 pounds. I am at 180. My goal in 40 days is to be at 169. 11 pounds.

I have very bad knees and can't do lunges or squats. I would like some stationary biking, swimming type of exercises included and body toning with some weights.

Yes, you should take advantage of this time!! I was told that the sleeve takes away the hormone that produces hunger and that they would be surprised if I felt it at all, and unfortunately I feel like I battle hunger pangs a lot.

First of all, don't get discouraged. Tha's the most important thing. As others have said, there are stall for all of us, I have just had one for two months and just broke it. You need to see a nutritionist as others have said, especially one who works with bariatric patients. There are all kinds of diets out there, as we…

@pwbarton: What shake do you use that you like? I have tried so many of them and don't like most of them. The only one I like so far is Boost or Syntrax peach, which is not really a shake...

I agree that exercise is the key. I also have bad arthritis everywhere, and especially my knees. My doctor said that I can't cut my calories any more, I have to increase and DIVERSIFY my exercise. He said that if all you do is walk, for example, your body will just get used to that. So you have to do different things and…

Wow, what an awesome difference! I am sorry that I did not keep pictures along the way in the last 95 pound journey. But I will have a before and after in about 50 more pounds!!

Motivating yourself to exercise is hard, but my doctor told me that at a certain point, that's the only way to keep losing weight. You can't reduce your calories any more, so it's the exercise that does the trick. He said to make sure you do different thiings so your body won't just get used to one exercise and maintain at…

@Laura8603 You have lost over 200 pounds!! Way to go!! I am at 90 with about 50 more to go. Any advice?

Hi all! I'm Vivien, I've been an RN for over 30 years. I have had a weight problem all my life and recently had bariatric surgery. Anyone who thinks that is the easy way out is nuts! I had so many complications I was in the hospital for 8 weeks. However, I am on the road to recovery, losing weight and starting to gain my…

That sounds great! What does bump mean???

Wow, great stories from everyone! I had a sleeve done in December and had some complications, but I'm on the right track now and getting healthy. I just saw my doctor because I was discouraged at not having lost weight in the last month. He told me that i could not lower my calories ( I"m at 1100) but I could increase the…

Please feel free to add me as a friend. I was born Jewish and a friend of mine prayed for me for TEN years. I will be glad to share my story with you and what turned everything around for me. I know that the journey is hard, but once your find your way, the peace in your heart is worth the struggle getting there. I will…

I still believe he is the Great Physician and healer and I believe in miracles. I am praying for healing and for wisdom for the doctors .Keep us posted!

Hi my name is Vivien. I am a 57 year old Christian woman fighting hard to balance all and keep Christ in the center. I had a gastric bypass in December, and have lost 90 pounds but it has not been easy I had a lot of complications and only now am I starting to feel good. I am looking to share ideas and support with other…

Welcome to the group. I had a sleeve done in December, and have lost about 90 pounds. I am always looking for ways to share ideas, recipes, challenges, etc. This is a great place for support. You should download the app if you have not for your phone,it is such an easy way to keep track of your food, calories, protein,…

@ ipinch: Welcome to the group. Good luck with your surgery. Are you having a sleeve? It's great that you are connecting now, because you will find a lot of supportive people here. ALso, download the app for your phone if you can, it's a great way to keep track of your protein and calories and goals. When I go see my…

@pawoodhull: Exercise is a challenge for me too. I have very bad arthritis in my knees and so walking is difficult although I am doing it and my knees hurt a lot less since the surgery. I have started doing some other things and trying new things and seeing what I like. I bought a bike and have had some fun riding with my…

Ontrack: I have not been able to eat much steak or chicken since my surgery. The chicken I can eat has to be very moist. My surgery was in December. Every time I eat steak, no matter how slow I eat it or how much I chew it I feel like it gets stuck. So I eat a lot of fish and other foods that I like. You have to look at it…

Steff" Don't get discouraged, there are bumps for all of us. I stalled last month and couldn't lose a pound and all of a sudden I got on the scale and had lost 5 pounds! I will tell you that my doctor told me that I cannot lower my calories any lower ( I'm at 1100) but I need to increase my exercise. He said two things:…

Congratulations! I had a sleeve in December. Had some complications, but I'm back on track. I love the phone app, and I love the support here. I also love that I have found some people over 50!! Vivien

Hi and welcome! This is such a great site!! I love the boards and the communication, but I also love the phone app because I can keep track of everything I eat and then show it to my dietician and she can easily see what I"m doing and make suggestions. Where are you in the process? When is your surgery? You will find a lot…

Hi, my name is Vivien and I live in Michigan. I had the sleeve in December of 2011. Had a few complications, but I am doing well now. I have lost over 65 pounds since my surgery, and the hardest adjustment has been eating slowly .... However, I am increasing my exercise because I have stalled my weight loss. So, I'm taking…

Wow, you guys all give me hope too! I am stalled and worried that I"m not going to lose any more! I am 4 months out.

Everyone is different, depending on what your doctor says. Mine told me to stay at or under 1100 calories. That's why I started on MFP so I could track my calories. I don't seem to have a problem getting the protein in.

I had my VSG in December. I live in Michigan. I am very happy I had it done. I am hitting a plateau after losing 65 pounds, but I think I need to step up the exercise, and my body needs to catch up with me! Glad to be part of this forum!