Slow and Slower

Well, I think my progress right now is SLOW... and SLOWER!  I have lost a few more pounds for a total of 32 now.  On a positive note, I'm starting to see my collarbones again!  :)

I have been going through my closet and purging clothes that are too big now, and that's fun! 

I'm still trying to find a protein that I really like.  This weekend I went to real nutrition 365 at 34th & Bell and tried some of their smoothies.  They are made with Herbalife products and are really good, so I bought some of their drink mix.  The lady there was so nice and even gave me a page of their recipes!

Back to work tomorrow.... why are weekends (even the long ones) so short???

One Month Photo

Here I am after one month...

One Month Post-Op

I had my one month follow up visit with my doctor today. According to the official scales I have lost 26 pounds. According to MY scales I've lost 29. I like my number better!! Either way, the doctor said my weight loss was fantastic! I told him about my lightheadedness, and he told me to cut my blood pressure medication dose in half, and possibly discontinue it altogether.

I also took some measurements, and I have lost 3 inches from my waist and 5 inches from my hips. :)

Overall, a pretty successful month!

I have been busy and haven't had time to post in the last week or so, but things are going well. Last week I was pretty tired at the end of the workday, but today I was at full speed all day and I'm doing great.

I have now lost a total of 29 pounds in a little over 3 weeks! I don't expect that rate to continue as I am now adding regular foods back into my diet, although I truly cannot eat much at any one sitting. I think about a half cup of food is my limit right now. They tell us that our stomachs are swollen for up to eight weeks following surgery from the trauma. After the swelling goes down I should be able to eat a little more. I see the doctor this Friday for my one month checkup and will take pics and post this weekend for my first month!

Some Observations

I can definitely tell that I'm losing weight! My clothes, especially pants, are getting really loose. No problem, since I have a variety of sizes in my closet! The other things that are too big are my rings. This makes me a little sad because I have a lot of beautiful Silpada rings! I'm going to sell some of them and replace the ones I really wear a lot. So if you're interested in any size 7 or 8 rings, let me know. :)

On another note, tomorrow will be my first day back at work. I'm looking forward to it in a way, but also a little concerned that I will tire out before the end of the day. It will be good to get into a regular routine, especially with regard to meals and protein drinks. It's tough to get at least 70 grams of protein a day!

New Year, New Me

I have never been one to make New Year's resolutions. I think it's because I hate to fail and most New Year's resolutions are very lofty goals.

So the other day my boyfriend and I were talking and he said, "Do you have any New Year's resolutions?" I laughed and responded, "I think I'll lose weight!" That's a given for me this year, and I will be successful because of the surgery I had.

But seriously, to go along with the weight loss I do have a goal to exercise more. My plan is to begin a regular schedule of walking (my dog will love it!). Who knows, after I've lost some weight I may start the Couch to 5K program! I may even hire a personal trainer at the gym. I just have to find what works for me. I'll keep you posted on this!

Happy New Year everyone! I'm looking forward to becoming the new me in 2013!