Top 10 - Milestones in your bariatric journey
Top 10 Milestones in your bariatric journey
1. Your first walk after surgery
Your very first steps after surgery can seem daunting. However, don’t be afraid. Stepping into your new skin after your procedure will feel great! Both mentally and physically. Walking will release the gas accumulated during surgery, so you will feel lighter. As an extra bonus, your mind will start to internalize the changes in your body.
2. Your new experiences
Bariatric patients will reclaim their lives and start to enjoy this new stage! Enjoy every little achievement, from conquering a flight of stairs to your 30 minutes of cardio!
3. Your newfound confidence
Hey good looking! As you start to check yourself in the mirror, you will notice the small changes in your body until you reach the transformation you want! These changes will make you enjoy your new body and will make you feel more comfortable in your own skin.
4. Your new and healthy relationships
A life changing procedure will bring new activities and new journeys. These orbits can bring new people into your life that can turn into a support group and help you advance. Think of a new workout buddy or a new chef with recipes and tips to help you!
5. Your new wardrobe
As you progress in your journey, you will need to buy new clothes and trust on this one, it will feel great! A pair of new jeans is a reflection of your progress, a new swimsuit is the result of your discipline and hard effort. So, go ahead and buy the new clothes you have been craving!
6. Your new and improved health
Every bariatric patient will tell you how much their lives have improved. They enjoy new activities; they have a new relationship with food and with the people around them! Bariatric surgery will enable you to reclaim your live and become the best version you can be!
7. Your new workout regime
After your bariatric procedure you will enjoy an improved mobility, yourr ioint pain will be reduced, and you will have more energy. It is natural to feel motivated to exercise. Light cardio and short mobility sessions will be your best allies, but as soon your body starts to transform, you’ll be wanting more!
9. Your new relationship with food
After your bariatric procedure, you will go through different stages in your diet. From a clear liquid diet to being able to enjoy all kinds of foods, your relationship with food will evolve. This slow transition will improve your relationship with food and will give you a new opportunity to enjoy your meals!
9. Your mental health
Bariatric patients experience a change in their lifestyle so strong that it affects their inner psychology. You will feel more confident, more motivated; more yourself! As your body progresses, so will your mind. Catching up may seem hard, but we promise you it’s worth the wait.
10. Your first year of your new life
After a year of hard work, we can say you did it! Your first year will be filled with challenges, new experiences and amazing changes in your life. Your hard discipline and commitment brough you here, so a celebration is in order!
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