Hide the Scale and Show the Skin!

[crysta0830]

Riding on a roller coaster.. I know I am kind of late but figured i would put my two cents in.. I enjoy your vlog I am having surgery in the next three months

[brianonweilstreet]

I forgot one -

Go to try on fancy, overpriced, stylish jeans that you would never waste your money on.

[brianonweilstreet]

Here's a few ideas of things you probably couldn't do 18 months ago:

Learn to stand on your hands.

Smile to yourself the next time you bend over to tie your shoes.

Master a few yoga poses.

[watchmegetskinny]

4-wheeling was on my original list.. but I can not find a place that rents them.. ugh.. maybe I could post a request on craigslist to "borrow" someone's ATV! haha i will keep you posted on what I find!

[mrscindywilson]

How about white water river rafting?

[watchmegetskinny]

I have that on my list as well.. the trick is finding people to go with me on these things.. lol wanna join?

[mrscindywilson]

Sure! I went one time in Colorado but on a mild river an I did love it. That was about 81 lbs ago. I'm sure it would be more fun now!

[Monikiki87]

you should go scuba diving... that would be awesome

[watchmegetskinny]

scuba diving... hmm :) added to the list! Woot WOOt!

[meltingmamma]

ACk! 30 days with out a scale-you are so brave!!

I say you should go rock climbing! :)

[watchmegetskinny]

rock climbing has been added to the list! thanks!

[JillStCalif]

A unicycle?

Deep sea diving or snorkeling?

Snow skiing?

XO Ruth

[Roaguewolf]

You rock AJ. I saw your other video without the shirt and you're not only brave but looking good. I have a hate relationship with my own excess skin but it's WAY better than the alternative had I not chosen to have surgery and change my life. On the new challenge had just a couple of quick thoughts that sound fun to me...rock climbing (the indoor walls seem very safe) and/or laser tag. I hope you have a great time whatever you decide to do. I'll be watching for sure.

[ChubbyBear1960]

Love ya AJ!

[seniorof0h8]

OH MY GOSH PLEEEASE LET ME GO WITH YOU HORSEBACK RIDING! i was JUST thinking of that the other day how i'd like to go! that'd be aweeeesoommmmeee :)

[jewlo1324]

Hell No I am never getting on a Horse again !! When I was 14 yrs old the damn horse threw me off and Yep there goes my back issues lol.. I am so glad that you are gonna do this !! I think you should go to Cedar Point and go on all the coasters lol.. No get off ur butt and make a video for my CONTEST for this month lol..

[BigGurlx]

I like that idea.. a new thing a month..thats really cool! I hope you don't mind if I steal that idea  :)

[genuinelysarcastic]

i like the number 12. i picked 24 b/c its 2 a month and I turn 24 this year. I love your plan of getting rid of the scale - I am doing the EXACT same thing i think my day. I lost the weight without surgery but the skin bothers me every once in a while...

oooh i hope you get that compression shirt up i hope they can ship to me over in Canada!

[MissJanieHere]

heard that contact was made with her and so i hope that means that shes ok.

great video and ideas...

[dawnmarie416]

Great video! It's nice to see your updates again! The skin video is a great idea, it's the reality of what happens to our body after losing so much weight. Take care.

[JustSlcinoz]

Good video!!! : ) Shannon

[vsghopeful]

Great video!

[SarahWillBeSkinny]

yay!!

[neecyd63]

Great video! I think something you said a few months ago really resonated me. The loose skin we end up with is skin we always had...only it's not filled with fat anymore! lol @ the shrimp and coffee story! I love both shrimp and coffee but yeah thinking God never intended them to be a combo meal! Also love the idea of something new each month that you wouldn't have done before!

[YogiUToo]

Would you have ever donated blood, taken sugar free cookies and visited the senior center, coached a t-ball team ... There are LOADS of things out there, but I don't know if you would or wouldn't have ... I'm sure you've ALWAYS been a kind hearted kind of guy! I'm looking forward to seeing what you do each month! WONDERFUL idea, A.J. Hugs, Cami

[vkhele]

I love the idea of doing something new every month, Think I'm going to steal that from u :) I can't wait to hear your results regarding maintaining without a scale. I know my daily diet has a lot to do with the number I see in the morning. Kudos on showing the skin.... U really r here to educate us all in everything WLS!!

[greenfrog775]

Coffe with creamer makes me puke alone but shimp alone is awesome to my pouch. You are so funny I have to say doing the skin video will be awesome I am sure this is a fear for everyone

[KLUNME]

As always, your positive attitude is showing.  I love it. Thanks for being there to lead the way.

[faithkp]

OH... and shrimp with COFFEE?? WTF?!?! lol

[faithkp]

I was worried about Cara too... let me know if you hear from her. Good for you for having the courage to do an excess skin video!  I think I will do the same once I get down to goal. I agree that it is an important thing to share with those who are worried about it. IT'S JUST SKIN ;)

[WLSgirl2010]

Love your videos AJ :) How about walk the stairs of your highest parkade up and down... Not so much fun but I know for me its something I cant do right now but one of the things i wanna be able to do...

[OurDoOver2]

Good to see you again... The helicopter ride sounds great!!! I can't wait to see that video. Did you see the one I did landing the plane on the Savannah river? It's on my facebook videos.

[watchmegetskinny]

i will have to check that video out... what are your thoughts on us riding the helicopter together? would be cool I think...

[laffleck1]

keep on INSPIRING!! compression shirt, interesting!! is there one for females? can't wait for the video...

[timeIezz]

i can't watch the video....it says "an error ocurred please try again later" = (

[watchmegetskinny]

give it time and return, it did that to me as well for a few/several minutes... now it is working for me..

[Xweighted1]

AJ, You never fail to inspire me. You are so brave and helpful. I pray your family is blessed as much as you have blessed others by your willingness to share and be so open. Thank you.

[kelshaleanne]

Thanks for the video...I have always felt like, so what's the big deal with extra skin? At least you can cover that up with clothes...But, then I hear so many people complaining about it, and it's gotten me worried. :P

[watchmegetskinny]

everyone will handle it differently, but like I have said so many time and you just said it yourself.. you can't tell when you have clothes on... :)

[TTCafterRNY]

AJ,

Very inspiring! I had a hard time shoing the skin baby belly sure i have lots left still have wait to lose, doctor says 60 something pounds of skin to get rid of...I am so proud and honored to know yo and your wife, I wish I could meet both of you, I owe you both more then I can say! I recommend Daisyland rides or just small carnival rides, I balled when we went to disney and i fit in ever ride COMFORTABLE it was amazing! Kristy

[watchmegetskinny]

roller coaster it is! :) didnt even think about that.. I will look and find the nearest 6 flags (or something similar) and hit that this summer!