Bandora

Today I am down to 192 lbs ( from a starting weight of 296) I have more energy than I thought was possible. Clothes shopping is fun for once in my life. I am in a size 10/12 in most pants for the first time since I was a teenager. My only regret is that I did not make this decision years earlier. What was I waiting for? I have found that having supportive family and friends makes all the difference in the world. Sometimes I want to cry when I look at old pictures. I no longer feel invisible and that is the best feeling in the world. I would like to get down to about 165 which I feel will be realistic weight for my frame and muscle mass. It has been a struggle from time to time....but I have found that meal planning and exercise are key. I have been hiking and that is really helping me tone and shape up. I have some loose skin which I HATE but surprisingly after 100 lbs down, it is not as bad as it could be . No one is perfect and it seems that my skin slowly is making progress. I just need to not focus on the negative.

I am down about 90 lbs since my banding on 6/6/13. Feeling pretty good overall. I have not done as much toning up as I should have. Going to focus on hiking and weight training these arms

I weighed in today and am down 26 lbs. So exciting! I was just banded 6/6 and I know the loss will slow down..but this is giving me motivation. Down 2 pants sizes and so I need to buy a few pairs of inexpensive pants so I can look decent at work. I have only been walking so looking to add weight training soon to tone up. I have to say I wish I would have considered Lap Band a few years ago. It is so nice to read all the posts/blogs of veteran banders. It makes such a difference to know how many people are dealing with the same issues. I have been following the instructions to the letter. I need the structure or I will be off track. One additional bonus is the money I am saving on food. No soda & fast food. Set that money aside to spoil yourself instead of stuffing yourself.

I was banded 6/6 and am down about 15 lbs. since( trying very hard not to weigh-in daily) I have been feeling great. I'm lucky that I have had no issues. It made my day today when a co-worker commented that I looked like I lost some weight. I carry most of my weight in my middle so my pooch is slowly melting. It just put a smile on my face on a busy Monday morning. I feel great since I gave up the diet soda. I quit cold turkey about a month go. I sleep better and feel lighter if that makes sense. I look forward to my evening walk. I'm just so happy I followed through and I hope I stay this positive & motivated in the months ahead.

Made a new playlist and did a 45 minute walk.Moderate pace...felt great to be moving!my goal is to walk until I am released to do weights/circuit.I sure missed walking-something relaxing.Its all about the music!I want to do my best & avoid as much loose skin as I can.However,I'm realistic...taking it one step at a time.

My teenage( Size 3)! daughter mentioned that I am no "fun" anymore. I just was banded 6/6 for goodness sake.She mentioned she misses the late night fast food runs and chinese buffets. wow. I know deep down she is happy for me but it kind of hurt my feelings. Is that uncommon? I wonder if other people have experienced little comments like that? My life really does revolve around food and over the last 6mos of pre-op I realized my obsession. My biggest addiction was diet soda--giving that up was hard and I was pretty grouchy for a week or 2. I also love to cook & watch cooking shows...so I have given that up temporarily.Maybe I am being too sensitive but I would like my family to just be patient for the next few weeks. I'm sure I will be ''fun' again when I have more energy

Today was a good day! Had surgery 6/6.Gas pains are subsiding. I had my daughter drive me last night to run some errands.Feel the walking round helped ease things a bit. My issue now is boredom. I took 10days off work. I need to get a hobby! TV is nothing but one food ad after another. I need to organize my house but I still cant lift. I m in AZ so getting out in the day is out of the question. It is already 110 degrees. I never want to smell or taste another protein drink.Ugh! I need to try the unflavored powder and supplement in the future.Those choco-caramel & vanilla creme premixes are awful. I am so excited I stuck with the appproval process for insurance. I have told a few people about the surgery but mostly keeping it to myself. I am really looking forward to some small goals....taking on step at a time.People assume this is the easy way out...and from what I have read its a challenge each day.

Surgery went well! Slight pain near port incision and a little gas pain. Overall I feel better than expected. My biggest issue is how to stay hydrated. I am not a fan of sweets so the sf popsicles & sf drinks are hard for me. Just trying to sip a little plain water every few minutes while awake. Not sure how I will handle the protein drinks...struggled during pre-op. Is there a protein drink mix that isnt chocolate,berry or vanilla? I just do not have a sweet tooth at all. Any suggestions?