#verticalsleevegastrectomy

[blacknerdproblems]

Repost from @vsgdee using @RepostRegramApp - Huge shout out to @orangegofish for this amazing photo! The kid had a great day at the con. Love this photo, those workouts really paid off for this cosplay. . . . #bariatriconabudget #vsg #vsglife #vsgjourney #vsgcommunity #wls #wlscommunity #wlsjourney #bariatric #sleeve #verticalsleevegastrectomy #weightloss #health #healthy #fitness #wlsinstacrew #vsginstacrew  #verticalsleeve #extremeweightloss #runnerwannabe #eightbitathletics #fitness #fitnessgeek #xmen #x23 #logan #cosplay #geek https://www.instagram.com/p/Bt1pAl4FY1l/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=j2vrqcec86p

[didsomebodysayjesshoener-blog]

Sharing this, especially with the picture attached, is really hard. I've come so far and the finish line is nearly in sight...insurance companies very rarely approval corrective surgery for people like me who lost a butt load of weight in a short time. I've felt nothing but love and support from my friends and family during these changes. If you can, please donate to my cause. I will be forever grateful❤️ gf.me/css64 #gofundme #weightlossjourney #bariatricsurgery #verticalsleevegastrectomy #extremeweightloss

[jlutz1925]

I haven't done a #transformationtuesday photo in awhile #gayrunner #gayrunning #vsgcommunity #vsgmen #vsgbros #verticalsleevegastrectomy #athlete #2010vs2017 #weightlosssurgery

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#transformationtuesday While my handle is timetodeflate... I'm very grateful for how my skin has held up during this process. I still have a whole lot of problems areas. I still deal with tugging and being uncomfortable when I work out if I'm not using good compression garments. But all around, my arms are looking pretty damn good. Quick facts: Down 166lbs with the help of bariatric surgery, a high protein diet, and moving my butt. No, I don't use wraps or creams. No, I don't want to try yours. In the end I credit my youth, my genetics, and working out more than anything. Loose skin happens when you lose as much as I have. It really isn't the end of the world. (And also - even without losing a crazy amount of weight, I love seeing my body continue to change!) #vsg #wls #mnwls #vsginstacrew #wlscommunity #verticalsleevegastrectomy #nsv #weightloss #weightlosssurgery #bariatricbabe #bariatricsurgery #fitfam #fitness #healthy #positivevibes #beforeandafter #bodypositive #flex #arms #looseskin #extremeweightloss #weightlossinspiration #160lbsdown #weightlosstransformation

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#latergram bring back the 60 degree weather, my bike, and more breweries please 💖 So excited for all this summer has in store. Here is to looking forward to things I would have once dreaded - biking, hiking, camping, traveling, 5ks, trying kayaking, maybe paddle boarding?! I'm so excited to have a summer where I'm perceived as "normal" - where strangers don't realize I used to be double my size, or that I used to not be able to walk up a flight of stairs without being exhausted. I'm excited to live my life as the happy, fun, positive person I see myself as. And everyday I am so grateful for the steps I took with my weight loss surgery and all of the hard work I put in to help myself overcome obesity. #vsg #wls #vsginstacrew #wlscommunity #verticalsleevegastrectomy #nsv #weightloss #weightlosssurgery #bariatricbabe #bariatricsurgery #whyihadwls #rny #rouxeny #mnwls #lifeaftervsg #extremeweightloss #weightlossinspiration #160lbsdown #weightlossmotivation #fitness #fitfam #healthy #positivevibes

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I realize the sweater is a XXL. I realize it's slouchy and falling off my shoulders... but I love it. I think this is a sweater I'll never give up, even when I know half the time it looks ridiculous. It's been through a crazy year with me! . For those who ask: •I had VSG (vertical sleeve gastrectomy - a type of weight loss surgery) on Nov. 9, 2015. •My surgery was covered by insurance. •The before pictures were taken 3 months post-op, I was already down about 60lbs. •High weight: 344lbs •Low weight: 181lbs •Total lost: 163lbs •Height: 5'7" •Diet: high protein, low-ish carbs. •Exercise: HIIT classes, in the summer I enjoy hiking and biking •Yes, I have loose skin. I want to get surgery someday, finances are the main reason I won't do it sooner. #vsg #wls #vsginstacrew #wlscommunity #verticalsleevegastrectomy #nsv #weightloss #weightlosssurgery #bariatricbabe #bariatricsurgery #whyihadwls #rny #rouxeny #mnwls #lifeaftervsg #extremeweightloss #weightlossinspiration #160lbsdown #weightlosstransformation #fitfam #beforeandafter

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Finally hit the 170s today. Being on track and seeing the results again is so addictive after having a couple months of maintenance. . So who is getting back on track with me? Last week at this time I was bloated, not eating what I was supposed to, and not moving my body. Then I realized I reached 186lbs. I got back on plan, my body dropped the bloat and is losing again. If you feel like you have fallen off the wagon - that's okay. Just get back on today, don't wait until next week. Don't wait until the last of your yummy leftovers are gone because you don't want to waste food/money. Your health is far more important than that. . We got this guys! Make it a great day! . Want to see what I'm eating? I'm posting everything in my instastories to hold myself accountable! . #vsg #wls #vsginstacrew #wlscommunity #verticalsleevegastrectomy #nsv #weightloss #weightlosssurgery #bariatricbabe #bariatricsurgery #whyihadwls #rny #rouxeny #motivation #wlsjourney #fitness #diet #healthy #positivevibes #beforeandafter #fitfam #weightlossinspiration #160lbsdown

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For those who missed it in my stories - hit a new low weight today! 🎉🎉 I'm now at 177.4lbs... that means less than 8lbs until my ultimate goal! What the heck?! That's INSANE. 170 was always my stretch goal so I could say I lost more than half my starting weight, but I never put too many eggs in that basket because, you know, typical self doubt. 💁 . But suddenly... 8lbs. I can do 8lbs. It might take time and a ton of effort... but that's doable. 😍 . One thing people always forget when telling morbidly obese people that we just need to stay dedicated to reach our goals... it's easy to say that for 10-20lbs. I wanted to lose 170lbs. The time and commitment to do that is a lot more daunting. The idea that this hill is finally reaching it's summit... oh man. 😃 . #vsg #wls #vsginstacrew #wlscommunity #verticalsleevegastrectomy #nsv #weightloss #weightlosssurgery #bariatricbabe #bariatricsurgery #whyihadwls #rny #rouxeny #motivation #wlsjourney #fitness #fitfam #extremeweightloss #160lbsdown #weightlossmotivation