LI Lady

Congratulations!! I currently have the pleasure of shopping in my closet. I can't wait to go shopping and not have to go to the women's section..

Congratulations and Happy Anniversary!!

The walking is good for you, but only do what your body can handle. Call your doctor if you are concerned at all - that is what they are there for.

I'll be there. Looking forward to seeing everyone again.

That's super!!! Congratulations on your success so far. Good luck with the surgery!!

Stick with the food rules you were given and you should be fine. Discuss it with your doctor at your next appointment. Remember, you are still healing, so take things slow.

The window never closes! So sorry you lost your father. God luck getting back on track. Post here often, we are all here to support one another.

I was allowed to do light exercise 1 week after surgery, but no stomach exercises for the first month. I did mostly walking to start. I also use some Walk way the Pounds videos. They are varied, so I wasn't doing the same thing every day. I started the c25k recently and finished week 3 day 1 yesterday. It was painful because I have trouble controlling my breathing. I am better at increasing the intensity by increasing the incline on the treadmill. Just do what feels good, but don't start out too strong. Your body is still in the healing stage. Good luck!!

We've all been there. It is not the first time this has happened, and it probably won't be the last. Use it as a learning experience. Think about how the behavior made you feel so the next time you are tempted, it might just slow you down a bit. Life is all about learning and growing from the mistakes we make (but in our case, we want to shrink!!). Just put it behind you and move on. Today is a new day.

I had a great time! Can't wait until the next meeting!!

So great meeting everyone today!! I had a wonderful time!!

Congratulations!!! Happy Anniversary!! You are an inspiration!!

Addiction is addiction. It comes in many forms, but is a struggle. food addiction is unique because we need food to survive. People with addictions with drugs or alcohol can quit the thing they are addicted to. Food addiction requires a different type of daily navigation to maintain recovery. You were absolutely not wrong in your comparison.

Owing to the surgeon today and hoping to get my first fill. I was last there in February and he asked me why I was losing so much weight. That have my brain/emotional side permission to cut back on exercise and not pay as close attention to my portions and food choices. Now I have gained 10 pounds back and could just kick myself. The band is just a tool, and it is my job to use it responsibly. Hoping today puts me back on the track to weight loss and healthy choices. Thanks for listening!! Putting it in print makes me accountable.

Sounds terrific!! I would love to be a part of this!!