Let me tell you the story of Lisa Lampanelli, a comedienne who underwent a remarkable transformation by losing 107 pounds through gastric sleeve surgery back in 2012. Now, Lisa's journey didn't stop there. She’s been happier and healthier than ever, but she’s also candid about the ongoing challenges of maintaining her weight. It’s a battle many of us can relate to, and Lisa’s insights are both relatable and inspiring.
Emotional Eating: The Real Struggle
In a previous interview, Lisa, now 55, opened up about the emotional toll of weight maintenance. "Dropping the weight was the easy part," she confessed. "The real challenge is keeping it off. It’s emotional eating, and it sneaks up on you. Every time life throws something at you, it’s tempting to turn to food for comfort. But I’ve learned to pause, look myself in the mirror, and ask, 'Am I physically hungry?' If the answer is no, then I can’t eat it. I’ve had to learn to sit with those feelings, acknowledge them, and not let food be the solution. It’s not easy, but it’s necessary," Lisa explained, sharing her hard-earned wisdom.
Lisa in 2012 (left) and in 2017 (right).
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The Indulgence Factor: Treating Yourself the Right Way
Now, don’t get me wrong—Lisa’s not denying herself all the pleasures of life. She indulges, but she does it smartly. “I always cheat with dark chocolate," she admitted to People. "Or I’m a fanatic for popcorn—thank God it never really goes to cake. But when I cheat, it’s such a small amount that I can’t beat myself up. It’s all about balance,” she added. Lisa understands that treating yourself occasionally is part of maintaining a healthy relationship with food.
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Hitting the Gym: Lisa’s Exercise Regimen
Alongside tweaking her diet, Lisa’s been hitting the gym hard to keep the weight off for good. “I’ve got the sweetest personal trainer in the world, but she doesn’t let me get away with anything,” Lisa joked. “We do weights at least two to three times a week because strength training is really what I need. It’s not just about losing weight; it’s about staying strong and healthy,” she explained. Lisa’s commitment to fitness shows that weight maintenance is about more than just diet—it’s about a holistic lifestyle change.
Gastric Sleeve Surgery: A Life-Changing Decision
In a November 2014 interview with Closer Weekly, Lisa delved into the specifics of her gastric sleeve operation. “It’s a type of gastric bypass surgery where they make your stomach smaller to help you lose a significant amount of weight by restricting food intake. It’s very simple, laparoscopic, quick, and the recovery is easy,” she explained. Lisa emphasized that the surgery essentially resets your stomach to its natural size, "like you were supposed to before you stretched it all out of proportion." It’s a powerful reminder that while surgery can kickstart your weight loss journey, maintaining it is a lifelong commitment.
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