I haven't written in such a long time, but now I'm certainly ready to share some of my struggles and challenges. As most of you who know me well, know that I'm quite the klutz. From hurting my neck in a pool, to slipping and falling down a stairway, landing me in the hospital with a spine injury that will last me forever.
I remember like it was yesterday when I decided to have the Gastric Bypass surgery. It was not a light decision, but one that still as of today will never change.
I've recently returned to the gym and am focusing once again on a healthier lifestyle. It's amazing on how my changes have affected my family as well. When I was cooking healthy, everyone was also healthier. We re-introduced chips and junk food into the house and now everyone looks like they are dragging their butts!
I know how
it was losing all the weight and I got a bit too cocky thinking that since I
had the surgery, I would never regain. That's a crock of crap! I only fooled myself! They say re-gain
of 25lbs is normal. Which for me was okay, since I had gone through so many surgeries, I felt I was too skinny.
I've regained 40lbs so far and am working on losing it by
going back to the gym and getting back to basics on eating habits. My weight
gain has been from improper eating habits, not drinking enough water, indulging into to much wine, as well as lack of exercise due to
my accident back in September which injured my spine.
I know how I felt back when I was losing weight, like I was invincible, but I have to say, the surgery
definitely does not make us that! It's an ongoing battle, alot of work, but
with less weight, it's easier to move and keep moving. I'm almost 4 years post op, 4 years does not remove 38 years of bad eating
habits. It's always a constant struggle and the temptations never go away.
Believing in yourself and making the proper choices are the key to success in
this surgery. I for one, love that I decided to have the surgery, but having
the will power and the strength will always be a challenge for me and for so
many more. That's why supporting each other is so important to keep up the good
work. To make sure that no matter how small or big your daily accomplishments are, is as important as one who has taken on the challenge to run a marathon.
Let's support one another! And I'm not talking about only those who have had the surgery, but those who have not and are facing the same struggles and challenges.
For you who are taking the time to read this, I'm not ashamed of regaining some weight, what I'm feeling is disappointment in myself. The reason why I want to share, is that I don't want others to think that they may also be invisible and become cocky with this surgery. It is a serious surgery and requires the most work and will power yet!
Please feel free to share your stories about struggles and challenges with me.
Cheers!
Dee
