- Name: Brian S Standow
- Age: 45
- Surgery: Gastric Sleeve
- Surgery date: January 10th, 2020
- Testimonial date: May 14th, 2020
- Surgeon: Dr. Mario Almanza
I'm not one to post my life but today I couldn't resist. In January this year I took a big step for my future. I weighed over 320 lbs and couldn't do it anymore. Old back injuries were nagging me and my confidence was lacking. I had goals and weight was getting in the way.
This morning 5/13 just a few months after that day I achieved my best weight in 20 plus years.
219lbs.. That's 101 lbs... Or the combined weight of my 4.5 year old twins that's gone from my body.
Hell Yeah!!!
My high blood pressure is gone , my heart rate is excellent.
My back injury/pain is no longer a issue.
My clothes went from xxxl and xxl to a never before Large size. I still wear bigger clothes as I am far from done changing my body. I will change out my wardrobe when this is done...
My pants went from 42 and would easily fit a 33 if I could find them in Levi's.
I'm running, walking and biking everyday now and have even more energy than before.
My closest friends know that's scary for me to have even more energy...
It's amazing the effect having so much extra body weight has on your mind. I still see myself as fat but it will change with time.
I expect even bigger changes coming when the gyms open and I can see my favorite trainers. Stay tuned.
Thank you to my wife and family for supporting my efforts. It's a challenge when 1 person in house doesn't eat the same.
Yes the Virus has changed my family and friends lives forever. Prayers to those we lost during this mess and their families.
But don't let it be another excuse for why you can't be who and what you want to be.
I will update my pictures someday.
Maybe after my first Spartan race later this year.
Thank you Weight Loss Agents