Some of my non scale victories have been being able to wear my wedding ring again and shopping in my own closet, fitting into clothes that I didn't even know I had.
I'm 2 years out, -118lb. The NSVs are THE BEST! Crossing legs, clipping and painting my toenails, not worrying about fitting into plane seats or amusement park rides, participating in hiking and walks with my family, coming off my cpap and BP meds, fitting into my wedding rings again, shopping in normal sizes! I could go on and on!
Although 2 3/4 months post op (50 pounds down), I not only have been able to cut back on one of my heart medications, I crossed my legs without thinking about it and … wait for it, slept FOUR hours in a row! The energy is kicking in and I’m walking 5 to 6 miles in a day. 🙌
I am almost 8 months out and down 70 lbs. Painting my own toe nails or sitting cross legged are definitely NSV's for me. I recently started Pilates classes, I would have NEVER done that at a heavier weight.
Steph, congratulations! I TOTALLY forgot about when I had to paint my own toes during COVID and actually could without getting out of breath from the bending angle. GOOD ADDITION!
A little over 2 years PO VSG...and I sooo remember theb1st time I could cross my legs! It was so unexpected...one of those things you don't think of. I squealed, my hubby thought something was wrong. It was so exciting! I have repeatedly said that, for me, the only down-side to losing the weight has been that it's so much more fun and EASIER to shop! 😂 Thanks Chels, for your videos & transparency...for sharing all the good & bad...not holding anything back. 😘
I am a month post op and honestly needed this today. I just had a conversation with a friend of mine who is 4 years post op about how I feel like I will never figure out the whole hydration, movement, protein thing. I want so badly to be in a place in life that I can love the person I am baggage and all and not allow it to determine my worth in this life.
You absolutely will figure it out! I know this is going to come across as "salesy" even though it's meant to help, but I do have ONE last masterclass tomorrow morning at 10:00am EST about this type of mindset balance. I'd love to see you there! The link is in the description box of this video!
I understand the increased energy for sure. I love to walk! Definitely my favorite type of movement. I work full time from home and I NEED to get outside daily and get some sunshine.
Hey Marcy! I think that the farther out we get from surgery, we can forget how important the NSVs are. GOOD FOR YOU for being so grateful for them! I feel the same :)
Some of my non scale victories have been being able to wear my wedding ring again and shopping in my own closet, fitting into clothes that I didn't even know I had.
YES AMY! This is amazing and already happening so fast for you!
I'm 2 years out, -118lb. The NSVs are THE BEST! Crossing legs, clipping and painting my toenails, not worrying about fitting into plane seats or amusement park rides, participating in hiking and walks with my family, coming off my cpap and BP meds, fitting into my wedding rings again, shopping in normal sizes! I could go on and on!
RIGHT?! These are all amazing and make the quality of life post-op so much better. Congratulations!
Happy surgerversary Chels!
Thanks Veronica!
Although 2 3/4 months post op (50 pounds down), I not only have been able to cut back on one of my heart medications, I crossed my legs without thinking about it and … wait for it, slept FOUR hours in a row! The energy is kicking in and I’m walking 5 to 6 miles in a day. 🙌
THESE ARE FABULOUS milestones! Congratulations 🎉
I am almost 8 months out and down 70 lbs. Painting my own toe nails or sitting cross legged are definitely NSV's for me. I recently started Pilates classes, I would have NEVER done that at a heavier weight.
Steph, congratulations! I TOTALLY forgot about when I had to paint my own toes during COVID and actually could without getting out of breath from the bending angle. GOOD ADDITION!
A little over 2 years PO VSG...and I sooo remember theb1st time I could cross my legs! It was so unexpected...one of those things you don't think of. I squealed, my hubby thought something was wrong. It was so exciting!
I have repeatedly said that, for me, the only down-side to losing the weight has been that it's so much more fun and EASIER to shop! 😂
Thanks Chels, for your videos & transparency...for sharing all the good & bad...not holding anything back. 😘
Hey Connie! Thank YOU for being here and such a wonderful light and support in my life. The con? ALWAYS the $$$!
Woohoo🎉Congratulations on this milestone!!! Love your happiness shared. You totally helped me get through this process. So inspiring. Best! 😊
Thank you so much Raech!!! 🩷
I am a month post op and honestly needed this today. I just had a conversation with a friend of mine who is 4 years post op about how I feel like I will never figure out the whole hydration, movement, protein thing. I want so badly to be in a place in life that I can love the person I am baggage and all and not allow it to determine my worth in this life.
You absolutely will figure it out! I know this is going to come across as "salesy" even though it's meant to help, but I do have ONE last masterclass tomorrow morning at 10:00am EST about this type of mindset balance. I'd love to see you there! The link is in the description box of this video!
I understand the increased energy for sure. I love to walk! Definitely my favorite type of movement. I work full time from home and I NEED to get outside daily and get some sunshine.
That vitamin D need is real!
That vitamin D need is real!
I completely understand the crossing the legs non scale victory! 🎉
RIGHT, Haley?! I'm so sad I can't/shouldn't do it anymore...
Love all of this, Chelsea!! I'm 3 years post VSG myself and most def try to focus on NSV as well!! So very important!!!
Hey Marcy! I think that the farther out we get from surgery, we can forget how important the NSVs are. GOOD FOR YOU for being so grateful for them! I feel the same :)