Aummie58

I wish it would leave my thighs!!

I was banded June 5. I have either lost or maintained since the surgery. I hit my first goal of 42 pound down late last week. Then I gained 3 pounds and am still up 2 1/2 pounds. I am eating about 1000 calories a day , exercising at least an hour everyday and getting enough protein. I hate to say it but for the first time I am discouraged. Don't really know what to do next. I get my second fill possibly on Monday

202.3. Had wanted to be below 200 but it is 123 pounds gone for me from the start 6 yearsago

I am right there with you. My first goal was to weigh less than my husband. He was sick this summer and lost 28 pounds. Now I am chasing him But my next goal is to break 200 and like you I am close at 203. So keep it up and down we go!!

How do you all take the biotin? It is a capsule so not sure how to get it in?

Somber a When I was 325 being able to exercise was a dream of mine. I was encouraged by some friends of mine to get on the pool. I hated anyone seeing me in a bathing suit but the Water hides a lot!! So now at 200 pounds I can't wait to get to a class. I just bought a new tight fitting set of yoga pants to work out in. I think you have a great goal and know you will get there

Name, Aummie 53 Goal weight for August 31st~ 193 Weight on August 1st~ 200.8 Age~ 58 Dietary goal for August~ keep under 1200 calories per day Exercise goal for August~ one hour /day Personal goal for August~ decrease stress Date banded~ June 5 2012 Total weight loss since banding/pre op diet~ 41.2 pounds What is your favorite place to travel?~ Adirondacks New York]

Congrats. I was originally 325 , am now 203 and waiting to say. Goodbye 200s. Keep up the good work

Meant so much easier not south!! Darn spell check

I've had 7 surgeries in the past 7 years plus two cesareans 30 plus years ago The lap band was south easier than anything else I have had done

Checking in at 203.6. Wanted to get to 200by this time but I am close!!

I have had two stuck episodes. I wasnt expecting it since I have only had one fill of 1.5 cc. But it was awful on chicken and turkey

I was banded June 5 th and down 39 pounds so far. Since I started my weight loss journey I am down 123 altogether I lost weight through TOPS (Take off pounds sensibly) but put 40 pounds back off. I am loving now being able to get back into old clothes. I think I kept too many pairs of pants since my closet is full!

Late entry. 7/22. Weight. 205

I am 58 and have been fighting weight gains since age15. I have tried many different diets, WW,Nutrisystem, hypnosis as well as accupuncture. 6 years ago with the help of TOPS (Take off pounds sensibly) and my local YMCA I took off and kept off over 100 pounds. My BP and blood sugar returned to normal and I had so much more energy. Then my Mom died 3 years ago and 40 pounds crept back on. My usual weight loss strategies didn't work despite my best efforts. So last December I went to a WL seminar. Because of other surgeries I have already had the band was my only option. I decided to start the process and the fight with my insurance company I barely qualified based on my BMI and they wanted me to lose 10 percent which would have put me below the required BMI. So with the help of letters from 5 different doctors I was approved and was banded June 5th. It wasa great decision for me and I feel I am back in control. I really like it giving up body parts that can't be returned. I already live without a colon so know what that process is about.......no turning back

Thanks for the ideas. I did rock back and forth and tried some Water. Would have preferred something hot but the maid had taken the coffee carafe away I guess fresh raw apples are out for me . I will have to be more careful when I travel next time

Last night I had two foods get stuck and I experienced the pain and panic all at once . I was in a hotel room out of state with limited options to help me. But now I know that chicken breast and apples are problems for me. I washable to finally get things to settle down with some papaya enzyme but it was a short night

Am out of state with no scale! So wil have to check in on Tuesday when I get home

Am out of state with no scale! So wil have to check in on Tuesday when I get home

You can choose to eat your workout calories or not I need them occasionally but try to stay within my 1100calories each day without the exercise calories. Choosing not to eat them will usually increase your weight loss You can set how much weight you want to lose each week and it will give you how many calories you can eat each day. I like the daily summary especially the Protein so I know I am on track. You can add me. Aummie53

My father was Army 82nd Airborne. My Mom was Air Force flight nurse and my son is proudly serving his country currently in Afghanistan. He is In the New York State National Guard I thank you all for your service.

We all are amazing for the courage we have to face each day. Keep up the good work!

Want to never have to worry about an airplane seat belt fitting Want to not worry about a weight restriction for things like zip lining and amusement park rides