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I was always overweight, even as a child. I struggled with my weight my entire life, and never really thought I was to the point of needing surgery to help me lose weight; I always figured I could lose the weight on my own. But I tried every diet out there and nothing really worked. My aunt had the lap band in Mexico 5 years ago. Then, my mother decided to have the surgery 3 years ago. I saw them shrink right before my eyes, and figured…Ok, if they can do it and look as good as they do….it was definitely my turn to make a change for myself! |
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Everyone makes New Year’s Resolutions to lose weight and I had done it every year for the last 30 years it seemed, without much success. I was going to keep my resolution this year and stop talking about it. I scheduled my lap band surgery in Mexico and to kick off my New Year’s Resolution, had my band placed on Jan. 2nd, 2006. I was not scared at all about having surgery in Mexico – everything went very smoothly and I received excellent care while I was there. The surgeons and hospital was top notch! My recovery was easy and after about a week, I had already lost about 15 pounds and on my way down!
My starting weight was 246lbs – I am only 5’3”, so I was almost as big around as I was tall. After surgery, the weight came off steadily for the next few months. I joined a gym and hired a personal trainer to help whip me into shape! Since I was turning a lot of my fat into muscle, the weight tapered off for a while. I was okay with it because I was losing inches instead.
By January 2007, I felt like I hit a plateau. I had another fill (only my 3rd one) and that carried me all the way until July 2008 when I finally reached my goal weight! I never imagined I would feel as good as I look, or look as good as I feel!!! I have a new appreciation for food, and for how I perceive food. I don’t think about eating all the time anymore and it does not control my life. What a relief!!!
To date, I have lost a total of 96 pounds and am wearing a size 10!!! At my highest weight, I was a size 20…not good! I can shop just about anywhere now and not worry if they will carry sizes big enough to fit me. I wore a 2 piece bathing suit this past summer for the 1st time in many years, without feeling self conscious!!! I am so proud of myself for reaching my goal…it is an amazing feeling of accomplishment that I take with me in every aspect of my life. People notice and compliment me all the time…some don’t even recognize me!!
It’s been an amazing journey and I will always be so grateful to Beliteweight for helping me achieve my goal and change my life for the better! I highly recommend Beliteweight to help you choose a surgeon and procedure that is best for you. It has not been an easy road, but without the help of my band, I would never have gotten here. To all of you considering weight loss surgery, be strong and have faith in yourself and know that you deserve to be healthy and happy! You must take the first step! Good luck to all! |
