AbbieL

This thread is exactly what I needed to read right now, I'm 5 days post op and sick of artificial flavours of Protein Shakes etc... not that I'm hungry but I'm craving real food tastes. I failed at every diet because I deprived myself of real foods, so I'm really hoping I can have a taste of birthday cake or a cookie now &then.

My major goal right now is to run 5k in July. I'm up to running half a kilometer before I take a small break. Not bad at 286lbs

Goals are to be off my blood pressure medicine, off my c-pap machine, I can't stand it!, to be able to wear a summer dress without worrying about my arms and stomach , butt, hips etc.... and to be in a healthy bmi range, for my height I should be 115lbs. Seems crazy right now but I want it so bad!

Goals are to be off my blood pressure medicine, off my c-pap machine, I can't stand it!, to be able to wear a summer dress without worrying about my arms and stomach , butt, hips etc.... and to be in a healthy bmi range, for my height I should be 115lbs. Seems crazy right now but I want it so bad!

Goals are to be off my blood pressure medicine, off my c-pap machine, I can't stand it!, to be able to wear a summer dress without worrying about my arms and stomach , butt, hips etc.... and to be in a healthy bmi range, for my height I should be 115lbs. Seems crazy right now but I want it so bad!

I made several mini goals to help keep me focused and motivated. Some of these milestones are things I never thought I'd reach, so just having them as a possibility means a lot to me.
I'm not banded yet, but here are my top 10 goals:

Weight Loss Lose that first 10 lbs: Done! (pre-op diet)
Get to "one"derland/Lose 20lbs (only a couple of lbs difference)
No longer have a BMI in the obese range/Lose 50lbs/halfway point (only a couple of lbs difference)
Make it to a healthy BMI/Lose 80lbs (only a couple of lbs difference)
GOAL to be in the mid range for a healthy BMI (20.7-22.7 or 121-132lbs) due to my age and bone structure (91-102lbs total loss) so my current final goal is 130, but honestly, it is really just to be in this particular range.


Fitness Be able to run 1/2 mile (I currently break out in hives!)
Be able to run 1 mile
Participate in a marathon
Participate in a Spartan or Mud Run type of race with my husband!


Clothing Be able to shop in any store for clothes!!!

I would have added clothing size goals, but honestly, I have no clue the weight/clothing size ratio or what size I'd even be at goal, so I decided not to use that as a goal other than being able to shop at any store of my choice rather than special stores with plus size sections that go up into my size.

Had my surgery this morning, all went well. I did cry going in to the operating room, I was so nervous. But they gave me some valium in the iv &I felt great after that! LOL
I'm now at home resting. The gas pain is bad but walking really helps. I can't believe I have a lap band!!!!!

Had my surgery this morning, all went well. I did cry going in to the operating room, I was so nervous. But they gave me some valium in the iv &I felt great after that! LOL
I'm now at home resting. The gas pain is bad but walking really helps. I can't believe I have a lap band!!!!!

My surgery is tomorrow. I'm nervous but ready!

My surgery is tomorrow. I'm nervous but ready!

My surgery is tomorrow, 9am! I'm excited but really nervous of the anesthesia!

Wow, great to hear you are doing so well post op! I'm most worried about pain management afterwards.

I loved reading this thread, so I will join in!
Congratulations to those already banded!!!!
My surgery is March 9th. A Saturday, which I thought was strange ! I'm staying over night.
I'm on day 6 of pre op diet, 3-5 Protein Shakes a day + 2 cups of steamed veggies. I keep thinking of chicken!!!!
I am worried about looking after my 21 month old after surgery, my husband is only going to be home to help for 3 days afterwards. Those who've had surgery already-do you think I will be ok pain wise???

Congratulations Nicole! How long was the surgery?
I had a c section which hurt so bad for a week, I'm worried because I have a 21 month old son I need to lift in to the car seat, crib etc.... My husband travels for business, but will be home for 3 days after surgery, I hope this is enough time for me to heal.

I loved reading this thread, so I will join in!
Congratulations to those already banded!!!!
My surgery is March 9th. A Saturday, which I thought was strange ! I'm staying over night.
I'm on day 6 of pre op diet, 3-5 Protein Shakes a day + 2 cups of steamed veggies. I keep thinking of chicken!!!!
I am worried about looking after my 21 month old after surgery, my husband is only going to be home to help for 3 days afterwards. Those who've had surgery already-do you think I will be ok pain wise???

Good luck everyone, please let us know how you are doing after surgery.
Day 6 of pre op diet is going well, I weighed myself this morning &have lost 4 lbs, it's encouraging to see that dial go down! It gives me more stamina to stick it out until surgery. I'm tempted to snack on my son's food though! I'm finding coffee in the afternoon helps me curb cravings.

I'm worried too, I'm excited because I know this will help me with long term success. I have had a few surgeries before and only had gas pain once, it was bad for me only one or two days that's it. Walking really helps like they say.

I'm on day 3, and I feel much less bloated, been peeing a lot. I swear I've lost weight already! I forgot to weigh myself on day one, so I don't know if I did.
Pre op testing on Tuesday.
I'm so excited about this whole thing now. Except the anesthesia part!
How's everyone feeling?

I was supposed to do a 14 pre op diet but I had short notice of the surgery date so I'm just doing 10 days.
I just 're read my notes on what I can have, sugar free Jello and popsicle s are allowed! As well as putting the veggies in a broth to make Soup.< /p>

Hi Everyone!I just got my surgery date last night, March 9th! I have to start my liquid diet on Thursday. I am really happy, but now very nervous, mostly about the anesthesia. I have had surgeries before, and I hate that moment you are put under, everyone in masks, the operating room etc... I hope they can give me something to relax. I look forward to sharing our journeys!

I need some moral support! I got the call yesterday that I will have my surgery on march 9th, I start my Protein Shake diet tomorrow. I have a rush of emotions, and suddenly feel very nervous!