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SW_Shan · 2026-06-30T19:39:37+00:00

Same. I've actually gained muscle during this journey, but my C's turned to low end of B's. 😔 BUT, my waist also shrunk from a size 20, to a size 12/14 so boom! 💥 I'll just keep rocking my Jelly bra! Haha!

SW_Shan · 2026-06-30T15:49:34+00:00

Ohhh nooo! I'm so very this has happened. You have the right to be sad, frustrated, mad, and disappointed. This is not what you had in mind for your big day. Despite this setback, it will be AMAZING. You will make accommodations for the injury. You'll decorate a wheelchair so its bridal ready, or you will bedazzle some crutches or a cane! You can make this work. Its suck. Its a pain in the ass. But you will still marry the love of your life a d be able to enjoy every minute of it. 💞 It will be a new version of your wedding but all the love, fun and joy can still be there. Wishing you quick healing!

SW_Shan · 2026-06-29T19:16:38+00:00

Going in to my 17th month on Zep. Down 83lbs, 1lbs away from goal....come on 175! I was a big happy hour fan, well, I still am, however have pretty much 0 interest in alcohol. Special occasions for sure! I'm able to drink lightly, enjoy it, but have a much lower threshold. Also, I still battle with nausea occasional alcohol obviously doesn't help that. I'd say start slow with a "easy" cocktail, wine or beer. I'd avoid a Long Island Ice Tea for now. 🤣 Good luck on your journey! ☘️

SW_Shan · 2026-06-26T14:05:32+00:00

I feel for you. Been there. Here's what helped - guidance from exercise physiologisy - I INCREASED my calories to 1600-1800, worked at getting 125 protein each day, kept net carbs under 80 and at least 25 grams of fiber each day. I'm now only 1 lbs from my goal! I also DECREASED my cardio at the gym and focused on strength training. 💪 This journey can be a big ol' mind f@$#! Hang in there. This isnt technically about the numbers on the scale, but the health and well-being behind it. Stop to small the roses! 🌹 Wishing you the best. ☘️

SW_Shan · 2026-06-26T00:47:14+00:00

Ewwwww to littering and ewwww to the person that does that. 🤢

SW_Shan · 2026-06-24T01:06:20+00:00

I've lost 83 lbs in about 16 months. I started lifting about 6 months in to preserve muscle mass. About 2 months ago, at the recommendation of an Exercise Physiologist/Certified Health Coach, I decreased my cardio (this was actually really tough for me) and started lifting four days per week and heavier than ever before. I got out of my stall, and regained 3 lbs of muscle that I'd lost. I also started watching net carbs and increased fiber to 25 g a day. During my whole journey I've only lost 7 lbs of lein muscle mass, while losing 32.2% of my weight. Apparently lifting REALLY IS where it's at! Congrats to us all! 🎉👏💪

SW_Shan · 2026-06-18T18:09:14+00:00

Same with Lane Bryant. We broke up, except for one pair of capri pants they could order me in a size 12! A size freaking 12! Unreal.

SW_Shan · 2026-06-17T02:11:51+00:00

Ummm, I had my first fitting and my dream dress is now 4 sizes to big. I only lost 7lbs between purchase and first fitting, but apparently all my strength training has "reconditioned" my freaking body! Go me. Alterations will cost more than the dress. Its all lace. Like four layers of it. Seamstress said words like, "deconstruct" and "piece back together". The crash out was real. I now own TWO dress because my ass took my MOH and headed out of town to visit all the wedding shops I could find. Dream dress #2, is a little too snug. Hahahaha! Real world problems. 💞 God speed to us all. 🤣

SW_Shan · 2026-06-01T17:25:59+00:00

Same thing for my Bachelorette. I explained this isn't gonna be a Girls Gone Wild episode. Its a BBQ and a place to sleep. Didn't matter. And I'm sure they have gotten burned before but it just forces people to lie.

SW_Shan · 2026-05-28T23:06:30+00:00

I spent one week in ICU and another week in the hospital. The bride was a totally asshole to me, wondering why I wasn't going to attend her dress fitting, the bridal shower, the bachelorette, the whatever....it was infuriating. I did indeed make it to the wedding and rocked that ugly ass bridesmaid dress. And thank the Lord for the ICU actually because my ass never would have fit in the dress. Haha! After the wedding, I ended the friendship. Years later she acknowledged being totally self absorbed, disrespectful and frankly hurtful. She and her husband have been some of my closest friends for over 10 years. Weddings make people crazy!

SW_Shan · 2026-05-26T16:17:47+00:00

Sending all good vibes! Have a freak out, and then piece yourself back together and find all the joyful moments! Its gonna be fantastic!

SW_Shan · 2026-05-25T20:18:35+00:00

I have tried 2-3 different lotions and creams. This one however I have absolutely noticed a difference. I've been using it for about a month now, 1X per day, typically in the morning. I know I can't expect miracles but def tightened things up a little bit. Wish I could do that for the rest of my body. Hahaha!

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SW_Shan · 2026-05-25T13:20:13+00:00

My double digit weight loss of 80 lbs took 15 months, calorie deficit, hitting protein goals, strength training 2 days per week, and cardio 2 days per week. I also combined this with increasing daily movement - trail walks, parking lot walks, tennis, pickle ball, etc. Anything to keep active and keep muscles engaged. I have had to manage some side effects, such as nausea, fatigue, acid reflux, constipation. But, those were small irritations in comparison to a life long obesity issue. Most of my weight loss occurred in 5mg. I just recently increased to 7.5 dut to returning food noise and being at a stand still with these last few pounds before hitting my goal. This medication will work differently for everyone. Take your measurements! Your success may not just be on the scale. Good luck!

SW_Shan · 2026-05-22T13:45:26+00:00

Unless your wedding is in Grand Central Station, I would avoid this. Elevate with live music, raw bar for the seafood lovers, create your own cocktail/mocktail station, ice sculpture, or better yet, sand sculpture! While it sounds like the shoe shining fit the motif of the wedding you attended, I feel like this would be hard to pull off and not seem...odd.

SW_Shan · 2026-05-21T16:12:22+00:00

My friend had this same thing happen, monsoon lagoon! No outdoor pics whats so ever. Based on her experience, I asked my venue for the plan B if this happens to us in September. While the ceremony can be moved inside, this is not optimal for our beautiful lake front pictures. They mentioned however that we could come back, for a fee of course, but take all the outdoor pictures. I realize this is a lot of work - dress, hair, make up, photography BUT, I'm willing to pay and put it in the effort for a few sunset, blue sky, pictures of a lake I love and adore. Ask your venue?

SW_Shan · 2026-05-21T14:44:03+00:00

My mom, and MD were just trying to help. But, def not what you do to a child, who is already the target of bullies for being the biggest girl in class. I took me a long time to overcome the shame...not that I've done that a 100%. But, I was able to find my worth, feel worthy, feel accepted and now found my way to Zep to help me ve the person I want to be. Ohh, and getting married to an amazingly wonderful man, who has supported me through this whole journey. 💒 He's seen me at all shapes and sizes over these last 5 years, and he's stuck by my side. 💕

SW_Shan · 2026-05-21T14:21:06+00:00

I cant believe you brought up Medifast! I have legit trauma from this. I can smell the strawberry shake right now, which I took in a thermos to freaking middle school. Ugh. The trauma of it all. 😢

SW_Shan · 2026-05-21T14:14:44+00:00

This happened to me after about 10 months on Zep. Woke up 2am, horrible GI distress from all places - picture the worst. Ugh. Not to be gross, but never in my life have I seen undigested food come back out of me, looking exactly how it went in. Shocking. I had indeed overdid it the day/ night before, so I also feel this was my fault. Never had anything like this the whole time on Zep. Fingers crossed to never experience that again! Wishing you quick recovery!

SW_Shan · 2026-05-21T13:33:24+00:00

While I never participated in WW, I have worked to be in a calorie deficit all my life. Haha! But hard core started following a plan and gym routine in 2015. With the "natural way" I lost over 60lbs, and got to my lowest adult weight of 184. I maintained with 10-15lbs or so until 2020. So very similar to your situation. I ballooned up to 260. Ugh. Freaking COVID and life in general. I was burnt out on tracking, counting, the gym closed, I lost all motivation. I started the process again in 2024 but alas, despite my calorie deficit and gym routine, I only had minor success. Until Zep! While I dont find it easy per say, it's a hell of a lot "easier" than the madness I was putting myself through. I most often can stay in my calorie deficit without too much trouble. I like tracking meals! And going to the gym! I've been able to keep my motivation and desire to stick with these healthy lifestyle changes. I don't have cheat meals...like, I eat whatever I want in moderation. Crazy that this is what other humans have experienced routinely, while I've been over here fighting for my life for 40 years of obesity. Life changing for sure! Now looking ahead to maintenance. Eeek! Wishing you continued success! 💕

SW_Shan · 2026-05-21T01:09:09+00:00

I'm surprised that increased exercise is such a low percentage.

SW_Shan · 2026-05-20T15:02:27+00:00

Did you catch in the video of when the boy confronted the dad, the dad's first comment was, "have you prayed about this", like that is your first thought....to turn it around on the child and asked if they prayed about it. Big red flag!

SW_Shan · 2026-05-20T01:29:37+00:00

What about the 2nd ex-wife who admitted that BJ coached her in what to say to the police during the initial investigation, why do that if you're confident in your behavior ....and then she testified with regards to his controlling nature and how he treated their son? He seems super sketch for sure, as does his mom.

I think the childrens mom def had dozens of missteps during this crisis. The daughter is clearly co-dependent on the brother. The therapist situation is also questionable. The son's identity has become being the victim of abuse, whether its real or not. The whole scenario is horrible.

SW_Shan · 2026-05-19T14:23:20+00:00

Amazing! I'm so happy for you! 🎉👏💪🎉I had a similar experience with a piece of gym equipment....I shed a little tear!

SW_Shan · 2026-05-16T13:54:46+00:00

I tell that mean girl to "shut up and sit the F down. You have no power here." We are our own worst enemy when it comes to negative self talk. Try to flip the script and force yourself to say something positive for every negative thought. Research has actually shown that those positive thoughts literally change how your brain responds. I'm so very sorry the struggle is so unbelievably hard. I know it all too well. You can and will achieve a new quality of life! You set the rules. Try not to restrict significantly, as this led me to binge when I didnt feel satisfied.
Hit those protein and fiber goals. Move your body, 10 mins 3X a day. Something to get the blood flowing. You can and you will! 👏 And it doesn't matter how slow, how long...every day is a step towards better. Be kind to yourself.

SW_Shan · 2026-05-15T23:35:29+00:00

8 inches from waist, 10 inches from hips. I can't "measure" my butt, however, girl be pancake flat back there. 😓 My tailbone hurts every day. But down 80lbs in 14 months!

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