I've lost 6 pounds in 2 1/2 weeks!
By Katlady2
@Katlady2 (9904)
United States
November 5, 2007 10:37am CST
I am so ecstatic! As many of you know, I am getting geared up for gastric bypass surgery. Weight loss has been a very big issue with me all of my life. I have tried pretty much everything under the sun to lose the weight, with either no luck, or ending up with the weight coming back at me full steam ahead. And now with my hip joints and lower back giving me nothing but grief for the last 4 years, it's even harder to lose the pounds because of the pain during exercising. Even walking is too painful at times. But I've been doing my best to follow the diet given by the nutritionist, and I've been adding a little more activity to my days...usually in the form of housecleaning in fits and spurts. And it's actually paying off for a change! The only thing that I don't like about it is that I'm currently in between sizes in my pants, where one size is too big and baggy, but the next size down won't quite zip up yet. Sweat pants are my best friends at the moment. So to all of you that are battling weight problems like I am, it takes the will power and perseverance, plus a LOT of prayer, and you will get through it, even if it's to get ready for surgery or otherwise. Thank you all for giving me such wonderful support and love through all of this. You don't know how much you are appreciated. Hugs to all!
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25 responses
@PurpleTeddyBear (6685)
• Canada
6 Nov 07
Congratulations, way to go! I'm so happy for you, good job!
Luv & Hugzz, PurpleTeddyBear.
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@3lilangels (4639)
• United States
5 Nov 07
wow great for you way to go hon,thats great news and i wish you all the best and hope you achieve your goal hon.it's a hard thing to do but you are doing wonderful,keep up the great work,prayers are with you hon.pattie
@rainsouth2007 (5)
• United States
14 Nov 07
awesome, does anyone know though if this new weight loss method works? I have heard its good but wanted some feedback, heres the guide:
http://www.fatlosshelpplan.blogspot.com
@subha12 (18441)
• India
6 Nov 07
I think its awesome.
Now i think i also want to lose some weight for good.
I have tried many exercise but of no help.
I also think the same case that could happen with my dress if i lose weight.
still i want to find some meaningful way to lose weight.
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@recycledgoth (9894)
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6 Nov 07
WOW hun that is amazing, well done you *applause* I'm green with envy too, as I can't seem to shed any more weight. :-)
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@rockyyy520 (113)
• China
6 Nov 07
aha,what a good news to u but me,i want to add my weight instead but i couldn't make it for years,what should i do?
@Katlady2 (9904)
• United States
9 Nov 07
Hi hon. Sorry it took me so long to reply to you. I decided to search around on the internet for an answer to your question, and I found a pretty awesome site that you can visit. It has some very good advice and gives some really good ideas of what to do and what to eat. Here's the link:
http://nutrition.about.com/od/dietsformedicaldisorders/f/GainWeight.htm
I hope it helps you hon. Thanks so much for responding.
@kgwat70 (13388)
• United States
6 Nov 07
Congratulations on the weight loss. That is very good news. I hope that your surgery goes well and that you will be just fine. Keep sticking to the diets and exercise when you can to keep the weight off. You will be in my thoughts as you get ready for the surgery and during the surgery and afterwards.
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@Shaun72 (15959)
• Palatka, Florida
5 Nov 07
Best of luck to you. It sounds like you are doing wonderful losing weight. I need to take your advice and lose a litle more myself. I just started physical thepapy which was needed for my condition with multiple sclrosis. I have always gained and lost weight alot myself over the years. I also make myself excersise on the days I don't go to my physical therapy. I figure in the long run things will be better off for me.
@Katlady2 (9904)
• United States
6 Nov 07
Well that physical therapy should help you out. Maybe when you are doing your personal routine at home, you could put on some upbeat music to keep you motivated. It always helps me. Heck...it helps me on my housecleaning days too. LOL! Thanks so much hon.
@sherrir101 (3670)
• Malinta, Ohio
5 Nov 07
I had the weight loss surgery 4 years ago. What a difference it made in my life. Losing the weight not only looked good, but I felt good about myself. Depression caused by obesity is not fun.
Congradulations on the weight loss. That is a major amount for the time period. WoW!
@sodapop (977)
• United States
5 Nov 07
Yippeee for you!!! It's not easy losing weight!!!! I"m back, did ya miss me??? I had taken time off because my 22 year old son had a real bad bipolar episode. But ya won't be able to get rid of me now.....I'm so proud of you for losing wieght! Maybe I should try your diet..I have missed you and your cameras and your cat stories...lol
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@HomeFlower (987)
• Canada
5 Nov 07
Congratulations Kat, that's absolutely fantastic! I think if you wait another week, the smaller size pants are going to be baggy on you too.
You're doing great .... slow and steady wins the race.
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@theprogamer (10534)
• United States
6 Nov 07
Nice work Kat! You can also boost your efforts a bit by having a lighter diet but also taking a multi vitamin supplement. Particularly vitamins A, D, E and K are fat soluble and will use up existing fat stores if things are done right (i.e. having a low fat diet and/or getting a generous amount of fat soluble vitamins) Calcium is also good for nutrition and some weight loss.
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@Katlady2 (9904)
• United States
6 Nov 07
Ha ha! Beat ya to it! I started taking my multivitamin again right after my initial consultation, and it really is helping. Of course, it also helps that it has ginseng in it which kicks my energy way up. I haven't started taking calcium yet, but I plan to get some the next time I go to the GNC. After my surgery, and for the rest of my life, I will be taking multivitamins, calcium, vitamin B12, and possibly iron. Woooohooooo! Skinny body and long nails, here I come! LOL!
@MsTickle (25180)
• Australia
8 Nov 07
Hey, that's a good lose. Well done...don't worry about the sweat pants, I live in them year round. I actually gained 3 kg the other day and my trackpants were uncomfortable. I could feel thye extra weight around my middle. It's gone again. My clothes are loose again. How weird is that. It was pretty scary I can tell you. I hate being the weight I am and I don't want to get any heavier.
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@blackbriar (9076)
• United States
11 Nov 07
Sweats rule!!! lol That's all I own/wear other than shorts/t-shirts in the warm months.
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@Grandmaof2 (7579)
• Canada
5 Nov 07
My word, six pounds in 2 1/2 weeks. I wish I knew what you are eating and how much of it. I would love to be able to do that. The older you get the harder it gets. That's no excuse but it is true. Keep up the good work, I'm truly happy for you. I have been heavy all my life so I do know I also understand. I am very happy for you!!!
@brendakaya (2332)
• United States
5 Nov 07
I'm so happy for you. I pray that all goes well, and I know that you'll feel so much better afterwards, and have so much more energy. I need to lose a few pounds too, and I have so much trouble trying to. I drink so much pop and iced tea, and it's hard to give it up. I just can't seem to make myself love water. lol
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@alamode (3071)
• United States
6 Nov 07
That's Great!! You are SO on your way to a happier, healthier kat!! I lost a few... maybe not pounds but inches! Its all good... I actually have felt like working for the past few days, and my back feels a bit better!
Every step you take encourages me... I hope we can be 'bratty' to each other for years and years! I'm looking forward to it, my friend!
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@alamode (3071)
• United States
15 Nov 07
Its so nice to be able to bend over! There is an exercise for my back that requires bending, and I can do it now! And its easier to get dressed one-handed now... the clothes aren't running into 'speed-bumps'!LOL!! We are gonna be some FINE-looking Brats!
@rainsouth2007 (5)
• United States
14 Nov 07
anyone know if this new weight loss method guide works? It looks good, http://www.fatlosshelpplan.blogspot.com
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