Product Description

The adage says most people won't take action until their back is up against the wall and there's nothing to do but come out swinging. My back was against the wall! But it wasn't the fact that I had sleep apnea and needed a machine just so I could draw a breath. It also wasn't the fact that I could not cross my legs; shop for clothes in regular stores; walk for more than ten minutes without my back killing me; participate in sport activities, or even sit in an airplane without a seat belt extender. I, like many of you reading this book, was already numb to all the jokes from little kids or stares from adults, so those things never became a factor of the day I knew.The day I knew that I had to do something -- the day that I absolutely had to lose weight -- was when I couldn't even wipe my own backside. When you can't even reach around your own massive belly, or reach behind your own back to clean yourself, something has got to be done. At that point I was well over 450 pounds.It was an embarrassing secret that I thought I would take to my grave! No matter what made you choose this drastic change in your body and lifestyle, you should be proud of yourself for making the decision. Contrary to popular belief, surgery is not the easy way out. It's a major life altering choice that you and your family will have to live with for the rest of your lives. But, what a life you now have to live!This book will tell the story of an overweight child who became an obese adult and then decided to do something about it when his back was against the wall. Also, with help of an expert in her field, we'll show you how to achieve your goal weight and maintain it through the proper diet and exercise long after the first incision was ever made.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #120757 in Books
• Published on: 2006-05-30
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 304 pages

Customer Reviews

life after gastric bypass
this is an outstanding book on gastric bypass but it didn't go far enough. it needed to cover the period after 6 months out and beyond.

Great Book
This is a great book. It has alot of needed information for pre-op bariatric patients and those considering the proceedure. I reccommend this for anyone who needs to learn more about what is needed to be done after surgery, what to eat and some inspiration.

Everything you need to know!
In a word, WOW! The first part of the book, written by Jerry Wayne, a successful patient, is both an inspirational and humorous narrative of a personal weigh loss journey. The remainder of the book is a well written, easy to read and understand explanation of what every weightloss surgery patient needs to know to be successful. Katrina explains everything so well, recommends foods, portions, nutrients, as well as exercise. As I approach my own weightloss surgery date coming up soon I plan to have this at my side! Katrina has put together a terrific guide to stay healthy and successful after weightloss surgery!! Thank you so much Katrina and Jerry!!