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Title: Just have to brag
Post by: Dakotaranger on June 24, 2009, 01:06:41 PM
December I had a vertical gastric sleeve done (the new weight loss surgery) I got curious this afternoon when I woke up because the pants I got last month were getting a little baggy and I went into my dresser with my old clothes before I let my weight get out of control.  I got into my 42 inch waist Wranglers (and they are loose and now I'm as skinny as my avatar pic is.   I've reached what was my initial goal was.  So in other words I'VE LOST TWENTY INCHES :)

Excuse me I have to go do a Snoopy Dance now.
Title: Re: Just have to brag
Post by: Texas_Bryan on June 24, 2009, 01:11:51 PM
Good job!  Whats 20 inches in pounds?  And as someone who is like yourself loosing weight, I've always had it, its good to hear your making it happen.  I've dropped 20 pounds in two weeks through hella exercise.  Keep up the good work.  I know when loosing they say don't reward yourself with food, but a new gun purchase... ;D
Title: Re: Just have to brag
Post by: tombogan03884 on June 24, 2009, 01:12:40 PM
 GOOD FOR YOU !!!

As to Bryans comment, well hey, there are 0 calories in a new pistol.  ;D
Title: Re: Just have to brag
Post by: fightingquaker13 on June 24, 2009, 01:22:42 PM
And there is that sale at midwestgunexchange.com. What says well done, better than a $550 AR or a $400 Smith snubby? Its a good thing you didn't come to this board for weight loss advice. MB should rename it EnablersR'Us. ;D
FQ13
Title: Re: Just have to brag
Post by: Ichiban on June 24, 2009, 01:27:32 PM
Very impressive.  Very impressive in deed, sir.  Keep up the fight and the continued success.
Title: Re: Just have to brag
Post by: shooter32 on June 24, 2009, 01:42:26 PM
Great job Dakotaranger!!! You have every right to brag ;D
Title: Re: Just have to brag
Post by: ericire12 on June 24, 2009, 01:45:38 PM
Excuse me I have to go do a Snoopy Dance now.

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Title: Re: Just have to brag
Post by: Timothy on June 24, 2009, 02:22:17 PM
To put this into perspective..

One year ago I was about 230 wearing 38" waisted Wranglers.  Today I'm about 265 wearing 40" Wranglers.  Based on that information, losing 20 inches is phenominal or AKA a "Shit Load" of weight loss....

Contrats and keep up the good work. ;)
Title: Re: Just have to brag
Post by: MikeBjerum on June 24, 2009, 02:28:05 PM
Great job Dakotaranger!

I've slowed in my task, but I blame reaching my immediate goal for the Pro-Am and am just maintaining now.  Have started looking at the next step and will pursue more as summer continues on.

Enjoy the loss and the new lighter feeling!

P.S.

I also blame Rastus for putting that really really good medium pizza in front of me  ;)
Title: Re: Just have to brag
Post by: Kid Shelleen on June 24, 2009, 02:40:35 PM
Awesome Dakotaranger.

Great job. I agree on you treating yourself to that 0 calorie gun. You deserve it and if you wear some of your old clothes you could conceal at least 4 or 5. ;D
Title: Re: Just have to brag
Post by: Pathfinder on June 24, 2009, 02:45:29 PM
Damn impressive, 20"! Awesome. Enjoy, and this time - keep it off!!!!!!
Title: Re: Just have to brag
Post by: Dakotaranger on June 24, 2009, 04:36:30 PM
Good job!  Whats 20 inches in pounds?  And as someone who is like yourself loosing weight, I've always had it, its good to hear your making it happen.  I've dropped 20 pounds in two weeks through hella exercise.  Keep up the good work.  I know when loosing they say don't reward yourself with food, but a new gun purchase... ;D
A little hard to figure since I don't have a scale, but I had my six month check up on June 1st and was just getting into a 46" I was down to 281lbs-having lost 158lbs.  So I'm guessing around 260.
Title: Re: Just have to brag
Post by: fightingquaker13 on June 24, 2009, 04:55:18 PM
A little hard to figure since I don't have a scale, but I had my six month check up on June 1st and was just getting into a 46" I was down to 281lbs-having lost 158lbs.  So I'm guessing around 260.
Very impressive Dakota. I know how tough weight issues can be.Although my problem is the reverse, trying to eat through meds that often leave me nauseous and having to avoid fat and grease and other good stuff as a result, the every day part of trying to go from 165 back to 180 (and not get exhausted from walking 1/2 mile) is the same. You can't just take food for granted, which sucks. You definately deserve Kudos. I also still think you deserve a fire arm as well! ;D
FQ13
Title: Re: Just have to brag
Post by: tt11758 on June 24, 2009, 05:52:43 PM
Dakota, you da man!!  Keep up the GREAT work!!!  Pretty soon you'll be HALF the man you used to be!!


I may have to start living vicariously through you.   ;D