Today marks 6 months since surgery. For the past month, I actually gained 4 pounds. I'm sure there are many reasons for this (the big one is being on steroids for the past 2 months), and I am trying not to have feelings of failure. I know a lot of this also depends on my frame of mind and my mood, so when I'm not in the best of moods I tell myself to try to keep that in mind when I look at the overall picture.
So here are the positives:
Total weight loss: 117 pounds
Loss since surgery: 60 pounds (which would average out to 10 pounds per month)
Pants size has gone from a 34W to a 22W or 24W (depending on the material)
Longest 45 minute walk so far on the treadmill is 1.82 miles
I am able to go up and down stairs with minimal trouble. I am able to stand for much longer periods of time (and sometimes prefer standing). I have more energy and for the most part I feel good.
I just need to keep on keeping on. One step at a time.
Sounds great on all counts. All of your ducks are in a row. Congrats!
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