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Dieting and Exercise Wasn't Working So I Cheated a Little - La Jolla, CA
UPDATED FROM crzydvl
I've been meaning to post but got busy. I did...
crzydvlAugust 26, 2012
WORTH IT$4,200
I've been meaning to post but got busy. I did take pictures on the 3 month mark though so at least I got that part down. I'm happy with my stomach but I am a little bit self conscious about the scars. They're still a bit dark so I'm hoping the Maderma lightens them get back to a normal color. Up until last week, I was working out 4-6 days a week but work picked up so I've fallen off that band wagon. I plan on getting back into a routine starting after the Labor Day weekend. And I'll start a new food plan. I had to wait since I had another move. I think I've finished moving for the rest of the year so I can unpack my stuff and get into a routine.
I've minimized my time in the garment. Definitely wear it when I work out, but it's only occasional wear for everything else. It's 100+ degrees everyday, I think that's part of the reason I don't wear my garment as much anymore - too many layers.
As for weight loss, I'm hanging out between 163-165 lbs. Not much difference from my pre-op weight. I need to rev up my workout and diet plan to get to where I want to be. The fact that I have already spent them money for my stomach's new shape means I'm going to focus and work to get that scale down as well.
I've minimized my time in the garment. Definitely wear it when I work out, but it's only occasional wear for everything else. It's 100+ degrees everyday, I think that's part of the reason I don't wear my garment as much anymore - too many layers.
As for weight loss, I'm hanging out between 163-165 lbs. Not much difference from my pre-op weight. I need to rev up my workout and diet plan to get to where I want to be. The fact that I have already spent them money for my stomach's new shape means I'm going to focus and work to get that scale down as well.
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UPDATED FROM crzydvl
I've been meaning to post but got busy. I did...
crzydvlAugust 26, 2012
I've been meaning to post but got busy. I did take pictures on the 3 month mark though so at least I got that part down. I'm happy with my stomach but I am a little bit self conscious about the scars. They're still a bit dark so I'm hoping the Maderma lightens them get back to a normal color. Up until last week, I was working out 4-6 days a week but work picked up so I've fallen off that band wagon. I plan on getting back into a routine starting after the Labor Day weekend. And I'll start a new food plan. I had to wait since I had another move. I think I've finished moving for the rest of the year so I can unpack my stuff and get into a routine.
I've minimized my time in the garment. Definitely wear it when I work out, but it's only occasional wear for everything else. It's 100+ degrees everyday, I think that's part of the reason I don't wear my garment as much anymore - too many layers.
As for weight loss, I'm hanging out between 163-165 lbs. Not much difference from my pre-op weight. I need to rev up my workout and diet plan to get to where I want to be. The fact that I have already spent them money for my stomach's new shape means I'm going to focus and work to get that scale down as well.
I've minimized my time in the garment. Definitely wear it when I work out, but it's only occasional wear for everything else. It's 100+ degrees everyday, I think that's part of the reason I don't wear my garment as much anymore - too many layers.
As for weight loss, I'm hanging out between 163-165 lbs. Not much difference from my pre-op weight. I need to rev up my workout and diet plan to get to where I want to be. The fact that I have already spent them money for my stomach's new shape means I'm going to focus and work to get that scale down as well.
Replies (5)
September 3, 2012
congrats on your surgery your results look amazing. I'm having my surgery done in October and super excited as I also have a wedding to plan for. I got to get this body right. :)
September 10, 2012
You look FANTASTIC! From having a belly to the ideal hour glass shape, what an improvement. Thanks for being so detailed with your recovery time and showing your photos over the last 3 months.
December 24, 2012
Thanks so much for the detailed info and all the pics - these kinds of reviews really help! You really do look fantastic - try not to obsess about the scale numbers. I know it's hard not to, but as long as you look that good, who cares? Keep us posted! I'm looking at doing this soon and will probably check out the guy who did yours.
February 7, 2013
do you happen to have "puckering" around any of your incisions? my scar below my belly button looks "pin-tucked" and I am 2 months post-op.
great review- thank you!
April 6, 2014
Hi i know its been a long time, but how are your results now? . Its just your build is similar to mine
UPDATED FROM crzydvl
At the 2 month point now. I still have 'fat' days...
crzydvlJuly 24, 2012
At the 2 month point now. I still have 'fat' days where I swell up, but overall, I'm happy. I no longer wear my garment 24/7. I wear a compression garment when I work out since my tummy feels strange if I don't - tingly when I run. Also, if I plan on sitting for extended periods of time, I'll wear it to prevent creasing. If I feel bloated before bed, I'll wear one to sleep too.
My greatest disappointment with the entire process is the fact that the scale didn't go down. Somehow, I got it in my mind that if you suck the fat out of my stomach, I'd be lighter. Not true. I weigh the same as I did when I went in for my procedure. I like my new shape but I was really hoping the scale would drop. I'm a numbers person so that scale really insulted me. If fat weighed more than muscle, I'd be super happy.
I'm back on the diet and exercise thing. I've even downloaded an app for my phone to help me track my eating and exercising. I've started including some running on top of my long walks and I still bodyrock from time to time. I have one more big move before I'm settled in somewhere for the next year. I've been living out of hotel rooms for the last 6 weeks so my diet has been really unhealthy and high in sodium - hence the swelling. Once I'm in a home with a kitchen and not eating out of the microwave or in restaurants, I can really focus my diet and start cutting weight. I'll also be in a routine and I workout more often when I know my schedule. My goal is to get down to 140 pounds. That was my weight when I graduated high school before I grew hips and curves. I'd like to get down to 120 but with my bone structure and muscle mass, that's not attainable and I'd probably look disgusting at that point (all skin and bones).
I'll continue to post at the 3 month, 6 month, and 1 year point so that those following along can see how my body adjusts to lipo. Thanks for reading. :)
My greatest disappointment with the entire process is the fact that the scale didn't go down. Somehow, I got it in my mind that if you suck the fat out of my stomach, I'd be lighter. Not true. I weigh the same as I did when I went in for my procedure. I like my new shape but I was really hoping the scale would drop. I'm a numbers person so that scale really insulted me. If fat weighed more than muscle, I'd be super happy.
I'm back on the diet and exercise thing. I've even downloaded an app for my phone to help me track my eating and exercising. I've started including some running on top of my long walks and I still bodyrock from time to time. I have one more big move before I'm settled in somewhere for the next year. I've been living out of hotel rooms for the last 6 weeks so my diet has been really unhealthy and high in sodium - hence the swelling. Once I'm in a home with a kitchen and not eating out of the microwave or in restaurants, I can really focus my diet and start cutting weight. I'll also be in a routine and I workout more often when I know my schedule. My goal is to get down to 140 pounds. That was my weight when I graduated high school before I grew hips and curves. I'd like to get down to 120 but with my bone structure and muscle mass, that's not attainable and I'd probably look disgusting at that point (all skin and bones).
I'll continue to post at the 3 month, 6 month, and 1 year point so that those following along can see how my body adjusts to lipo. Thanks for reading. :)
Replies (4)
July 24, 2012
Hey crzydvl! I just saw the pics!! You look great and you can totally see the difference over the two months. As for your update, I know EXACTLY how you feel. I am also disappointed that the scale has not moved. I am working out 3-4 times a week, sweating like never before, cooking more than eating out...doing everything I can.
Which app did you download? I have been using myfitnesspal (I used it before and lost weight). However its been a few weeks now and nothing seems to be working. I read on here that for the first 3 months or so its typical to either not lose or in some cases even gain weight becuase the swelling is taking the place of where the fat used to be. But to hang in there and stay true to eating right and exercising.
Which app did you download? I have been using myfitnesspal (I used it before and lost weight). However its been a few weeks now and nothing seems to be working. I read on here that for the first 3 months or so its typical to either not lose or in some cases even gain weight becuase the swelling is taking the place of where the fat used to be. But to hang in there and stay true to eating right and exercising.
July 25, 2012
About the swelling: my daughter did lipo 6 months ago and told me that she saw the true results close to the third month. I was planing on having mine done before going on vacation, but she told me that the first month I was going to be very swollen and in the second a little less and that by the third month I was going to be good to use a bathing suit, so I decided to do it after I came back. She has been careful of what she eats and exercises when she gets a chance. She did lost weights but not immediately after.
August 13, 2012
Hi, thanks for answering my question...and your notes on your experience! I will probably think of other questions, again thanks for sharing. Jenn
Do you still happen to have the scars?