6 Months!

      I went for my 6 month check up today at St. Francis Center for Surgical Weight Loss.  As I reflect on these last 6 months I realize my life has changed tremendously...for the better! As I was filling out the entrance form, I realized I no longer have to be ashamed at my lifestyle! Before surgery, I did not exercise, but filling out the form now, I can proudly say that I exercise 5-6 days a week and I'm looking for ways to increase the difficulty! I actually enjoy working out now! I never would have said that before! I have started to look online for workout plans to boost my cardio. A big trouble area for me is my stomach and hips. I really want to start focusing on working out at a higher level to hit my target heart rate and burn the maximum calories! I downloaded a few workout plans from Women's Health to work some new exercises into my routine. I also want to incorporate more strength training into my workouts. 

       The nutritionist took pre-op pictures and after 6 month pictures and measurements. 

So far, I have lost:

Chest: -12 inches

Waist: -11.25 inches

Hips: -8 inches

       I met with the nutritionist first. She asked me how everything was going. I described my typical meals to her, how long and what type of exercise I was doing, and what vitamins I was taking. I asked her for information about the support groups. I want to start participating in some of the groups. I am active in the online discussion forum, rnytalk.com , but thought it may be helpful to get to know some people in my area that have had surgery. I don't know anyone locally close in age that has had gastric bypass and it would be nice to have some friends that could relate to all the changes I have been making. 

Next, I met with the nurse. She went back over my vitamins and thankfully, all my labs came back normal. I made an appointment to come back to the Doctor on at the 1 year mark. I am so excited for what this next 6 months will hold! I know that it will be filled with many good things, more weight loss and many more adventures!

6 Months and 1 day post op!