Hello my Name Is Blake
Here is a little background about myself.
I grew up in small town Black River Falls WI where i attended and graduated High School, While growing up I was lucky enough to grow up on a farm where I helped on the family farm. While in school I was a very advocate Wrestler and was very active at that time and was happy with myself.
Once I graduated from high school I spent some time on the farm and ventured out and landed my self a position at the State Prison that is located in Black River Falls and became a Corrections Officer
in 2018. I Started at a local Prison as a Correction Officer and this is where I really started to put on the weight with the stress and sitting a lot. I let myself get carried away and was past a point in no return. I tried dieting and exercising and nothing was working. I was so disappointed in myself for letting it get that far.
In July of 2023 I left my position at the State Prison and accepted a position at Clark County Sheriff's Department where I became a Sworn Jail Deputy. After working at the Sheriff's Department for a short time I knew that i wanted to proceed and advance in becoming a Road Deputy but knew I had to make a change so i started talking with my doctor.
To Fulfill my dreams and goals of becoming a Road Deputy I will need to lose some weight, While talking to my Doctor she recommended the surgery to help with my goal and to better myself for the future. After thinking long and hard about it and doing extensive research and talking with my girlfriend about it I decided to move forward and start the process.
I am excited and nervous about it but its a much needed thing and cant wait to see the results when this life long change happens.
@bweikel
Welcome to group. Sounds like you are approaching this life change sensible with doctor advice and research.
I had my RNY over 10 years ago, and do not regret decision. Weather you decide on RNY or a sleeve, it takes dedication to healthy life style changes.
What is your next step? Do you have an appointment with specialist to discuss options?