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7707mutt Posts: 7,686 Joined: 2002/06/18	2006/06/29, 04:02 PM Boy this is hard to say. After 24 years of dealing with being obese, morbidly obese as the doctors put it, I am finally dealing with it. Some of you know what I am about to say, and I know a few here will take this and run with it but I want to get it out. After YEARS and I mean years of struggling and sweating at 300+ lbs my body is giving me signs that enough is enough. Last October my wife had Gastric Bypass, and in late summer early fall I will do the same. There I got it out. This is not something I have taken lightly. If anything I fought this with all my strength. I just can not ignore that dieting and such really is not going to work for me. The only reason I am not 450lbs right now is that I got bit by the "iron bug" 12 years ago. I have decided to go ahead with the surgery for a number of reasons. One is that at 35 I am looking at the next 30-40 years of my life. I have 2 wonderful sons and I really want to see them grow. I have heart diease and other such medical problems in my family history. ALso I have a gouty left foot that I need to have surgery on as well. Now no one but someone that has gout can understand what it means to have it. I have it at over 300 lbs and it is just to hard to walk around with it at that weight. Losing the weight will help get rid of it as well. Another reason is that at 35 I am still young enough yet getting older and that scares me. I DO NOT want to be 40 and weigh 300. This is my last chance. Now I know others have lost 100 thru diet and exercise I applaud them. I just can not get it done for one reason or another. SO there it is, thanks for listen to me! -------------- Less Talk, More Chalk! The Men and Boys are Separated by one thing: The Squat Cage! 7707mutt@freetrainers.com

Ravenbeauty Posts: 3,755 Joined: 2002/09/24	2006/06/29, 04:06 PM Mutt, we will support you in whatever decision you make. Good luck with the surgery and let us know when it will be. Bettia -------------- Bettia.... You can't depend on your eyes when your imagination is out of focus. -Mark Twain ravenbeauty@freetrainers.com
yadmit Posts: 4,670 Joined: 2003/10/05	2006/06/29, 04:27 PM Good luck buddy.. you have my support! t -------------- I am training for birthdays. Be here. Live. Love. Hope. Now. Faith. Believe. You. - Keith Urban
flyonthewall Posts: 1,823 Joined: 2005/01/18	2006/06/29, 04:28 PM Mutt, we all know this was not an easy decision for you, nor did you make it without a lot of sole searching. I, and am sure others, support you 100% . From what I've read, the surgery is just step 1, the steps that follow will take lots of commitment to diet as well. It's good that you have your wifes experiences to guide you. Best Wishes, and as Bettia says, let us know the time frame.
FilthyPL3B Posts: 262 Joined: 2006/04/04	2006/06/29, 05:17 PM Mutt i spoke to you briefly about this a while back, and KNOW you have given this a lot of serious thought. As fly stated you have your wifes experiences to guide you. Good Luck dude and keep us posted on the dates when you have them. -------------- If in doubt K.I.S.S.
ATIGER Posts: 992 Joined: 2003/02/26	2006/06/29, 05:18 PM Good luck, Mutt. From being on here for a while I know that you have struggled with this. You have clearly weighed all the options and know what is best. Everything will go good and you will always have our support.
Carivan Posts: 8,542 Joined: 2002/01/20	2006/06/29, 11:14 PM best wishes to you Scott. It will not only make you happier but all of you will feel better seeing you well.Good luck. -------------- Scales are for dead weight: We are not dead yet! Still trying to find out how to do the Hollywood Free Press. Ivan Montreal Canada
rev8ball Posts: 3,081 Joined: 2001/12/27	2006/06/30, 12:56 AM Best of luck, Scott. You know we'll be here for you (whether you like it or not! :big_smile: ). Keep us updated... -------------- Michael Powerlifters - We eat raw meat, and sleep naked in the snow...
KC_72 Posts: 3,249 Joined: 2006/05/19	2006/06/30, 12:01 PM My prayers will be with you Mutt.Don't let your mind get wrapped up in what you think OTHER people will say in regards to your decision and you will do fine.You'll be in my thoughts.
7707mutt Posts: 7,686 Joined: 2002/06/18	2006/06/30, 12:05 PM Thank you all! You have no idea how hard it was for me to publicly say this. I have posted it in the Pro fourm but decided that I needed to start letting others know. I am expecting some negativity because of mis information that some have about obesity and WL surgery in general. I really need the support you all have shown as this, to me was an admission of failure. Thanks again! :love: -------------- Less Talk, More Chalk! The Men and Boys are Separated by one thing: The Squat Cage! 7707mutt@freetrainers.com
KC_72 Posts: 3,249 Joined: 2006/05/19	2006/06/30, 12:26 PM You know mutt...you could consider this an oppurtunity to help change peoples views about WL surgery.I would be floored if someone actually made a snide remark to you on this topic on this site...but if they did...you could use it as an oppurtunity to educate.My husband worked closely with a gentlemen who had a surgery for weight loss(not sure if it was bypass,stapeling or lap band)and he didn't survive the operation,actually he did but in a coma and he passed a year later having never woken up.(Not to scare you,but I'm sure you are aware of the statistics)My point is no one makes these decisions lightly and if someone out there is uneducated and believes that people who do this surgery are just lazy(which I'm assuming is your fear)...you can better inform them,look at it as a chance to enlighten another human being...instead of holding on to your seat and waiting for an attack.Karma is a beautiful thing...you get back what you give out.If YOU believe this is an addmission of failure...others will do the same.Hold your head up high.I think you are very brave and have great respect for you.
7707mutt Posts: 7,686 Joined: 2002/06/18	2006/06/30, 12:34 PM Well I have posted this topic on another site a year ago and got attacked a bit. Most people see obese people as lazy and unwilling to change. My wife and I are NOT typical candiates for WL surgery as we are both very active for our weights ( she is now over 100lbs less!). I am not expecting anyone here to be nasty just prepared for it. I do know the stats that is a given with any surgery. However most that have died do so from post op complications and are usualy very very obese and have problems before. ANyway I have researced this a lot. thanks again! I really am gratefull for all the support. I guess as it gets closer to it I am getting a bit nervous -------------- Less Talk, More Chalk! The Men and Boys are Separated by one thing: The Squat Cage! 7707mutt@freetrainers.com
MannyMaster Posts: 515 Joined: 2006/02/01	2006/06/30, 10:25 PM Mutt, you have my full support as well.:love: Don't worry so much about what others may think. It doesn't matter, what matters is YOU and YOUR FAMILY. Let us know when the surgery will take place. -------------- "One Ring to rule them all; One Ring to find them; One Ring to bring them all, and in the Darkness bind them." -LOTR Trilogy
7707mutt Posts: 7,686 Joined: 2002/06/18	2006/07/11, 04:43 PM Ok guys I am finally done with the nutrition appts. Now just have to wait to see the surgeon and then the date will be set....most likely within a month! -------------- Less Talk, More Chalk! The Men and Boys are Separated by one thing: The Squat Cage! 7707mutt@freetrainers.com
	2006/07/11, 06:17 PM Good luck with the procedure Mutt, I know it must have been a very difficult and thought out decision. Hope everything works out well....
bb1fit Posts: 11,105 Joined: 2001/06/30	2006/07/11, 07:19 PM Good luck Mutt. :) -------------- Maximus from Gladiator....Strength and Honor!
Ravenbeauty Posts: 3,755 Joined: 2002/09/24	2006/07/11, 07:45 PM g'luck mutt! -------------- Bettia.... You can't depend on your eyes when your imagination is out of focus. -Mark Twain ravenbeauty@freetrainers.com
yadmit Posts: 4,670 Joined: 2003/10/05	2006/07/11, 07:54 PM Good luck! t -------------- I am training for birthdays. Be here. Live. Love. Hope. Now. Faith. Believe. You. - Keith Urban
Carivan Posts: 8,542 Joined: 2002/01/20	2006/07/11, 10:14 PM Good Luck my friend! -------------- Scales are for dead weight: We are not dead yet! Still trying to find out how to do the Hollywood Free Press. Ivan Montreal Canada
KC_72 Posts: 3,249 Joined: 2006/05/19	2006/07/12, 12:27 PM How are you feeling???Nervous AND excited I bet!!!I'm sure it helps that your wife has already gone through it so you know what to expect some what. God bless mi amigo!!!
7707mutt Posts: 7,686 Joined: 2002/06/18	2006/07/12, 12:28 PM I actually threw up yesterday before the nutrition visit. I am so ready for it you all have no idea -------------- Less Talk, More Chalk! The Men and Boys are Separated by one thing: The Squat Cage! 7707mutt@freetrainers.com
Pritchard Posts: 1,212 Joined: 2004/03/02	2006/07/19, 11:36 AM good luck mate, its not something that you think about oevr night, you know whats right for you. fitch -------------- http://www.myspace.com/actionjacksonspace
7707mutt Posts: 7,686 Joined: 2002/06/18	2006/07/19, 11:37 AM Hey thanks man where ya been? -------------- Less Talk, More Chalk! The Men and Boys are Separated by one thing: The Squat Cage! 7707mutt@freetrainers.com
Pritchard Posts: 1,212 Joined: 2004/03/02	2006/07/21, 05:33 AM ive been touring and studying, what a good mix... and also partying. im tryin to get back into some shape, but its so hard cos im a wreck a t the minute due to the above haha. fitch -------------- http://www.myspace.com/actionjacksonspace
mikencharleston Posts: 1,585 Joined: 2002/01/09	2006/07/21, 09:54 PM Good luck to you Scott. A lot of people go for the surgery before they try anything else and apply absolutely no effort. There's no doubt you're doing the right thing and I commend you for being open about it. My best wishes for the sure success you'll have.
7707mutt Posts: 7,686 Joined: 2002/06/18	2006/08/04, 10:08 AM Ok folks last appt is set for the one to one meeting with the suregon, Aug 15th 3pm is the date and time, after that I set that actual surgery date. -------------- Less Talk, More Chalk! The Men and Boys are Separated by one thing: The Squat Cage! 7707mutt@freetrainers.com
KC_72 Posts: 3,249 Joined: 2006/05/19	2006/08/04, 11:02 AM Good luck Mutt....hope all goes well so you can get your official surgery date!
7707mutt Posts: 7,686 Joined: 2002/06/18	2006/08/15, 08:59 AM OK, today is the day. I go in at 3 pm to meet with the surgeon. I will be able to set the date today. I hope my boss is understanding about me taking 5-10 days off. -------------- Less Talk, More Chalk! The Men and Boys are Separated by one thing: The Squat Cage! 7707mutt@freetrainers.com
KC_72 Posts: 3,249 Joined: 2006/05/19	2006/08/15, 09:18 AM You haven't told your boss this is in the works?????
7707mutt Posts: 7,686 Joined: 2002/06/18	2006/08/15, 09:21 AM No. I have at least 3 weeks before the actual surgery and I felt there was no need to tell him up till now. -------------- Less Talk, More Chalk! The Men and Boys are Separated by one thing: The Squat Cage! 7707mutt@freetrainers.com
KC_72 Posts: 3,249 Joined: 2006/05/19	2006/08/15, 09:30 AM Hmmmm...I would have mentioned it but that's just me...are you saying why...or just taking personal days??
7707mutt Posts: 7,686 Joined: 2002/06/18	2006/08/15, 09:39 AM Taking vacation. -------------- Less Talk, More Chalk! The Men and Boys are Separated by one thing: The Squat Cage! 7707mutt@freetrainers.com
KC_72 Posts: 3,249 Joined: 2006/05/19	2006/08/15, 09:43 AM Then you should be fine....let us know how it goes!!!Don't be nervous...I've said a little prayer for you...I'm on Gods good side for the time being...you'll do fine!!:)
7707mutt Posts: 7,686 Joined: 2002/06/18	2006/08/15, 09:52 AM LOl thanks -------------- Less Talk, More Chalk! The Men and Boys are Separated by one thing: The Squat Cage! 7707mutt@freetrainers.com
7707mutt Posts: 7,686 Joined: 2002/06/18	2006/08/15, 09:53 AM By the way for all intrested i will be posting pics ( a before shot of me now and then the progression) as well as a diet and training plan, and a over all diary of the whole thing from start to finish. -------------- Less Talk, More Chalk! The Men and Boys are Separated by one thing: The Squat Cage! 7707mutt@freetrainers.com
yadmit Posts: 4,670 Joined: 2003/10/05	2006/08/15, 10:01 AM Good luck... saw a gal here the other day who was getting the surgery... at least that's what she told me.... I assume she has as she has dropped a whack of weight! t -------------- I am training for birthdays. Be here. Live. Love. Hope. Now. Faith. Believe. You. - Keith Urban
	2006/08/15, 10:21 AM good luck mutt...hope everything goes smooth.
flyonthewall Posts: 1,823 Joined: 2005/01/18	2006/08/15, 10:46 AM 3 weeks isn't bad, in Canada you'd be waiting 3 years....but I digress....Best of luck to ya Mutt. It'll be interesting to follow your pics and diary!
7707mutt Posts: 7,686 Joined: 2002/06/18	2006/08/15, 11:00 AM Thanks everyone! -------------- Less Talk, More Chalk! The Men and Boys are Separated by one thing: The Squat Cage! 7707mutt@freetrainers.com
BILL06 Posts: 755 Joined: 2006/08/08	2006/08/15, 03:25 PM Mutt, im real new here and just came upon this thread, i hope everything goes great for you today and that your recovery is non-problematic. I too have fought with obesity for what seems like forever, thou being athletic in high school ( fullback 4 years and 2 years in college )i have always seemed to gain weight. I figured if you can share with everyone here that i will also, i was diagnosed with bone cancer last spring, a cancer that can be aggresive at times, ive had surgery on both wrists and left elbow and numerous kemo and radiation stints, but im not going to let it get me down, pronosis for the long term looks great, so i decided that if cancer isnt going to kill me now, id be damned if a heart attack or diabetes will down the road 5-10 years. Im 5-10 335, down from 351 in a few short weeks, my goal is 200 at which time i would like to start bulking up, coming back up to 230-250 range but with alot less bodyfat%. i hope you dont mind me replying to your post, and a year and a few 1000 posts from now ill be hopefully a cornerstone to this community with a successful story to share, but for now i just wanted to add my story and let ya know you arent alone in your battle bro... good luck -------------- For as a man thinketh in his heart, so he is. proverbs 23:7 Bill
KC_72 Posts: 3,249 Joined: 2006/05/19	2006/08/15, 04:05 PM Wow...that was quite a revalation.I'm glad you felt comfortable to do so.I know mutt will in no way be bothered that you replied to his post...it looks like you have made great strides in regards to your health and I am happy to hear it.Looking forward to seeing more posts from you,I'm sure you have an abundunce of wisdom to share.
7707mutt Posts: 7,686 Joined: 2002/06/18	2006/08/15, 06:04 PM OK folks I go under Sept 8th. Will do a befor post here in the next 3 weeks. Bill good luck man! I know you can do it! -------------- Less Talk, More Chalk! The Men and Boys are Separated by one thing: The Squat Cage! 7707mutt@freetrainers.com
Ravenbeauty Posts: 3,755 Joined: 2002/09/24	2006/08/15, 09:15 PM September 8TH!!!Wow that will come fast Scott! you know where to find me if you get the jitters...lol we are all here with your best in our thoughts. :love: -------------- Bettia.... You can't depend on your eyes when your imagination is out of focus. -Mark Twain ravenbeauty@freetrainers.com