Sunday, March 5, 2017
NEW GOAL... A continuation to my journey.
Hi!!!!
So due to my degenerative disk disease I believe (after measuring myself) I lost 2,5 inches. So now I am 5'1.5" tall. So as of today, I am at 160 pounds, BMI 27.4, putting me finally at overweight.... WHOOOT! incredible. I have not been "overweight" in a million years LOL. So, the Goal here is to become "NORMAL" in those evil charts. So I need to loose 26 pounds. So I have committed myself that by September 2017, I need to reach this goal. Right now I am in size 9 from 26W, so I am definitely not complaining, and I definitely content. However. I came this far, why not further. This is my 4th year with this surgery, and I am a living proof that this is hard work, and not a miracle surgery. but its a Super tool! I am also a living proof, that if you want it badly enough and you are willing to make sacrifices, you can accomplish a lot! So join my in this journey that started 4 years a go! GO ME!
So due to my degenerative disk disease I believe (after measuring myself) I lost 2,5 inches. So now I am 5'1.5" tall. So as of today, I am at 160 pounds, BMI 27.4, putting me finally at overweight.... WHOOOT! incredible. I have not been "overweight" in a million years LOL. So, the Goal here is to become "NORMAL" in those evil charts. So I need to loose 26 pounds. So I have committed myself that by September 2017, I need to reach this goal. Right now I am in size 9 from 26W, so I am definitely not complaining, and I definitely content. However. I came this far, why not further. This is my 4th year with this surgery, and I am a living proof that this is hard work, and not a miracle surgery. but its a Super tool! I am also a living proof, that if you want it badly enough and you are willing to make sacrifices, you can accomplish a lot! So join my in this journey that started 4 years a go! GO ME!
Saturday, January 7, 2017
UPDATE January 2017 3 YEARS and counting!
My Gastric Bypass surgery was on November 26, 2013, it has been over 3 years now. By now, many people can see their permanent changes, of if they re-gained weight or if in fact the surgery was a success. Well, I am here to tell you that I believe I am a complete success!
When I first started this journey I weighted 315 pounds, and I was about size 26W. I hit many stalls along the way, and many challenges. I have learned a lot about my body, and I continue to learn more with each day that passes.
Today I am happy to report that I am not size 9/10 and weight 160 pounds. This was only a dream to me at one point in my life. Now, its a reality, and I couldn't be more happy with my progress. I also went from a size 11W in shoes to a regular 10, on underwear I went from a size 11 to a size 6, and on bra size I went from 48DD to 40DD.
Food portions are still small. I still feel that the pouch have not stretched as much as other people. I do have a sweet tooth.
I used to be able to eat a whole Medium pizza by myself, and now I barely can get two slices in.
I also found that the best way to get my antacid, its by chews. (best invention ever)
OH, also, my ring size wen from 11 to a 6.5!!!!!
Well, this is me now! I will update soon! Thanks for reading and following my progress. This was not easy, but I thank all those who supported me through this journey.
When I first started this journey I weighted 315 pounds, and I was about size 26W. I hit many stalls along the way, and many challenges. I have learned a lot about my body, and I continue to learn more with each day that passes.
Today I am happy to report that I am not size 9/10 and weight 160 pounds. This was only a dream to me at one point in my life. Now, its a reality, and I couldn't be more happy with my progress. I also went from a size 11W in shoes to a regular 10, on underwear I went from a size 11 to a size 6, and on bra size I went from 48DD to 40DD.
Food portions are still small. I still feel that the pouch have not stretched as much as other people. I do have a sweet tooth.
I used to be able to eat a whole Medium pizza by myself, and now I barely can get two slices in.
I also found that the best way to get my antacid, its by chews. (best invention ever)
OH, also, my ring size wen from 11 to a 6.5!!!!!
Well, this is me now! I will update soon! Thanks for reading and following my progress. This was not easy, but I thank all those who supported me through this journey.
BEFORE
NOW
Saturday, January 2, 2016
Update: January 2, 2016
Granola bars are supposed to be good right? Well I have an obsession with them. My diet has consist of granola bars and most of the time coffee in the mornings. Then for lunch a waffle or a sandwich, then granola bars again through all the day, until dinner. The good thing is, I have been eating dinner earlier between 7 and 9 pm. Much improvement from before.
I quit my job because of all the pain from Lupus, Anxiety and Depression I was experiencing. So now, I can maintain a somewhat better schedule for my food eating lifestyle. It was a rough end of the year for me. I will try this year, (not making a New Year's resolution) but, will try to lose those extra 20 pounds before the end of the year. I am consistently at 180 from 315 (135 lost) , so I am still happy about that. As long as I don't gain any weight we are all good. I still get sick from greasy and fatty food so stay away from that. I get full fast still, and everything seems normal with my pouch. The only difference I have noticed, is that now I can mostly tolerate skim milk from 1%.
I cannot believe it has been two years already since surgery. The funny thing is, that I increasingly, look in the mirror and see myself as fat as I once was. I guess I am getting use to this new body and finding new flaws every day. I decided against reconstructive surgery. Also another update would be that my blood pressure has been high a few times which I am not very happy about. The doctor thinks it was just because I was going through some stressful times.
Well that's it for this update, God Bless, and keep it up!
I quit my job because of all the pain from Lupus, Anxiety and Depression I was experiencing. So now, I can maintain a somewhat better schedule for my food eating lifestyle. It was a rough end of the year for me. I will try this year, (not making a New Year's resolution) but, will try to lose those extra 20 pounds before the end of the year. I am consistently at 180 from 315 (135 lost) , so I am still happy about that. As long as I don't gain any weight we are all good. I still get sick from greasy and fatty food so stay away from that. I get full fast still, and everything seems normal with my pouch. The only difference I have noticed, is that now I can mostly tolerate skim milk from 1%.
I cannot believe it has been two years already since surgery. The funny thing is, that I increasingly, look in the mirror and see myself as fat as I once was. I guess I am getting use to this new body and finding new flaws every day. I decided against reconstructive surgery. Also another update would be that my blood pressure has been high a few times which I am not very happy about. The doctor thinks it was just because I was going through some stressful times.
Well that's it for this update, God Bless, and keep it up!
Tuesday, November 17, 2015
Green Tea
I am not a fan of any tea except chai tea. So since today my boyfriend, has to start doing a clearing diet, I decided to support him, and drinking the same stuff he drinks. Well we went to Starbucks, and he ordered hot green tea. The taste for me, its just hot water with a few leaves on it. That's the taste, is not complete shit, but it is tolerable. I has 0 calories, which is a big difference from my Caramel Brulee from last night. I am usung Fitness Track to track my calories, and I must say, I regret stop using it. It really puts into perspective, how bad I've been doing.Granola bar fro breakfast, green tea for a drink, and maybe another granola bar for lunch. Dinner might be a little heavier, However tomorrow will be out complete liquid diet. I really care about my well being and having someone with me that can do this thins without copains its very awesome Than You +Scott Bonnar .
Monday, November 16, 2015
Celebrating Two years of my Gastric Bypass, The best decision I've ever made.
Two years have pass, since I took this huge step. Today I still feel great. I know I've made some bad nutrition choices on my journey, but I am not short of keeping strong. Everyday I struggle and fight, to keep healthy in this world, full of bad choices. I still keeping strong at 180 pounds. It could be better. I still need to loose about 30 more pounds. But I am content with weighting less than 200. I don't remember the last time I was under 200 pounds, therefore I am happy. I wear size 10 in pants, which is a big different, seeing that I was size 24W two years ago. I have gain many friends in this journey, I've also lost many. I learned that the world it's a very shallow place. Looks matter too much to people. People make fun of big woman, in the cruelest ways. I am no longer the fat girl, that was included in events, just so I didn't left out. I am the girl that has to be active, and be happy with myself being awkward and not have many friends. I am no longer the girl guys will just friend zone. I am the girl that has to show self respect, and look pass the looks, and wear a paper bag so they can see me for who I truly am. I am not girl, that will take extra food and make jokes of my weight. I am the girl that has to watch what she eats. I am not the girl that people will call beautiful just to help my self-esteem. I am the girl, that its beautiful, inside and out, and I believe it. I am not the girl that will avoid pictures. I am the girl that love posing and looking at the mirror. I am happy with the person, I've become. Yes I am still full of insecurities, Who isn't? But I love every piece of myself. Wrinkly, loose skin, saggy arms and not so perky breasts, that's what I have, that's what I love, because I feel healthy inside.
Friday, March 20, 2015
Broke the weight stall!
Although I been loosing inches; I was a size 16 in June 2014 and now I'm a size 12, maybe less (my pants are getting loose again) I finally lost some weight on the scale. Yay! I'm at 182 out of 300. That being said; I been experiencing lots of pain due to the Lupus and Rheumathoid arthirithis. The doctor prescribed me Prednisone for the time being (supposedly makes you gain weight) I been feeling better on my pain threshold. I also been taking lots of Tylenol arthritis pain doses. I been keeping up with all my vitamins, and taking the extra B-12 and Iron. I have also started to see a Psychiatric for my axiety and depression. I'm currently on Lexapro and Klonopin. I have seen a tremendous difference on my sleep pattern and tolerance levels. I been going to sleep early, and waking up early. I been able to concetrate more on things that matter and actually organize my thought more efficiently. So I say; IT WORKS! I rode a bike! I was in tremendous pain afterwards but it was fun! I wish I could do it all the time. I'm currently experiencing symtoms of asthma. I haven't had any asthma for years now. Not sure if it's because I am back to living in a warmer climate. When I used to live in Puerto Rico, I was sick all the time. Maybe the pollen it's causing it. However I refuse to go back to live up north. Anyways, I always turn this into a health update.
Size XL on top and large on bottom!!!
My confidence level has gone sky high! Just saying!
In other notes! I bought my first 2 piece bathing suit!!!! And it's a peachy color. Not my usual granny black skirt bathing suit or pants and shirt! I'm very happy about that!
It's an amazing feeling!
I went out with my friend the other day too, and I looked so good on the dress! ! 
Note: ALWAYS use fitness pal to track all the food you eat! If you don't, you will over eat. This is something I learned the hard way!
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