“Biggest Loser” Champ Olivia Ward Undergoes Skin Removal Surgery

"I feel really good. I was really surprised. I thought I would be in so much pain"

The most recent "The Biggest Loser" champ, Olivia Ward, has revealed she just underwent skin removal surgery after dropping 129 pounds on the NBC reality weight loss program.

"A little announcement: I had skin surgery on Monday!" Olivia Tweeted on Wednesday. "I'm feeling good and @accesshollywood covered the whole thing. :)"

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During Access Hollywood's exclusive shoot with Olivia, she said she's doing well following the procedure.

"I feel really good. I was really surprised. I thought I would be in so much pain," she told Access. "Obviously, I'm uncomfortable, but it's not excruciating pain… My abdominal wall is sore."

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The reality star underwent four hours of surgery to remove her excess skin and soft tissue.

"It was like I went to sleep and woke up. It was great," she said.

With the surgery behind her, Olivia is looking forward to shopping.

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"I feel like after this, I have to go find a bathing suit somewhere for sure," she said.

For more with Olivia, tune into Access Hollywood next week.

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