10 Weeks

So this past Friday I celebrated 10 weeks since my surgery.  What a great feeling! I am here, healthy and on the track to a normal weight for the first time in my life. I've had a lot of changes over the past 2 weeks. First of all, Friday night was the first night I came home from work and had energy. That's right, I have energy! Woohoo! I am finally noticing a huge difference in that regard. Starting tomorrow night, I'll be hitting the gym much harder, with more intensity. I am so excited!

Another change that's occurred--my clothes are getting BIG! I've stayed the same weight for the last 2 weeks, averaging between 43 and 44lbs lost; however, my clothes seem to get looser every day. It's so weird. I expect to see a loss this week or next week, because I am most definitely losing inches.

Right now, my body is shrinking. My skin is looking great. Although my fat is getting loose or mushy as I like to say, my skin isn't sagging. I am definitely going to be working the weights from now on, on a regular basis.
So far, I have had very little hair loss. No more than my usual. I am very thankful for that! My sleeping habits are back to normal. I'm not requiring 9-10 hours anymore. I aim for 8 hours but usually get about 6 each night.

Food wise, I have been having a really hard time eating breakfast. It hasn't been agreeing with me. Today I didn't eat until 12:30 pm. I know that's not a good thing, so I've got to do some experimenting with foods. I am determined to get my 60 grams of protein in every day. That can be a challenge if you skip a meal! Especially since my stomach isn't tolerating more than around  1/3 cup of food at a time. Protein is something I NEED. I am determined to get it in.

While surgery is not for everyone; It was right for me. I still have no regrets. The surgeon's office wants me to lose another 81 lbs. That is crazy! I can't even imagine what I'll look like. I have been taking monthly pictures. Eventually, when I get more comfortable with them, I will share them on here. It's amazing to see how  much I've changed in such a short time period.

With that said, it's time for me to catch up on Signed, Sealed, Delivered--a great Hallmark series!

Peace, Love and Joy,
Rachel