58 Yr Old Women - Ideal Weight with Menopausal Belly - Des Moines, IA

I am a Fit 58 year old woman. I work out 4 or 5 times a week; eat healthy most of the time. But I could never get rid of my belly. In the past few years, I think my waist increased 5 inches. Menopause was not my friend. I was tired of hiding my belly, my muffin top or just being miserable. In addition, it was affecting my relationship as I was happy with the way I looked. After years of reading about coolsculpting, I finally made an appointment. I had my procedure done today. I had 3 applications - the large one on my lower belly and 2 smaller ones on either side of my upper belly. I went shopping then had a facial. The applicator is a little painful to start out but within a few minutes you don't feel anything. I bought a pair of spanx as recommended. I wore it for about 5 hours after my procedure. I did take it off as it was bothering me. My stomach is still numb. It feels funny to touch. No other pain right now.

I don't have my before pictures but I did take my measurements this morning. I will try to post as I progress. I read many of the reviews and heard that pain might start in a few days.

I'm not sure if today is Day 2 or 3 but yesterday was my first full day. I have no pain since I am still numb. But from what I read on this website, the pain will should start in a few days. I wore a spanx during the day - it actually makes me almost sweat in that area. Plus I had terrible gas. My tummy is still swelled up. I haven't had any issues sleeping yet.

I did a short workout last night - working my upper body and legs. I might try a run-walk on the treadmill tonight.

I have a question for those out there. My NP told me that I could have issues with loose skin - has anyone used any firming lotions in their treated area?

If all the other reviews are correct, today is the day the pain starts. Right now, I feel fine. My stomach is still a little numb. I have exercised using an on line work out plan (idealshape.com). I don't follow the plan to a "T". Instead of one short workout each day, I do 2 every other day. I usually run/walk on a treadmill the alternate days. I have yet to run. I had planned on trying the other night but ended up at the Veterinary ER with my dog. If everything feels good tomorrow, I might try going to the gym and doing a Couch25K or a HIIT run/walk on their treadmill (much higher quality than mine).