Band Chick

Hi everyone! I have 3 more days of walking to report. I am finally losing again, mostly due to my last fill. I haven't gotten on a scale yet but my clothes are baggy and people are commenting on how much I've lost just since Thanksgiving. :biggrin1: I am so in the holiday mood this year!!! I'm having fun shopping, singing, planning and of course all the kid's events. "Tis the season to be jolly fa, la la, la, la...." Happy Holidays! Jesus is the reason for the season!

Thank you for your support! One more exercise day down! 20 minute walk with my daughter tonight. I asked for a membership to Curves for Christmas. I think that will help. I'm also reading The Success Habits of Weight-Loss Surgery Patients. My WLS councilor says I'm right on track and losing, but I know I could be doing a lot better-- and I want to! As I get more restriction I'm more limited on what I can eat. I'm getting bored with the same ol' same ol'. What are some of your favorites? I'd love to find something new.

Happy Holidays! Well, better late than never. And believe me, never would have been easier. It's not easy to come back when you feel like you've let people down. I'm sorry. Thank you, Frangipani for keeping things going. You are all inspiring! I've been struggling with my band and exercise lately. I knew it would be a hurdle-- that's why I signed up to do the exercise challenges. I was hoping it would be easier this time around. I have 10 exercise days scheduled this month, most of which are walking. I got 1 down. I can do this!

Come on, Crazy Ates! Lets get moving! This months goal is to get three exercise days per week, for a total of 12 days of exercise this month. For those who made that goal last month and want to step it up a knotch, I challenge you to 20 days of exercise. This is the kind of exercise that makes you break a sweat, gets your heart pumping, burns calories and tones those tushies! (Be sure to consult your doctor before starting a new exercise program.) Please post your name and exercise goals to this thread. Name: Exercise Goals: You may want to add something like this to your signature (change the number in orange to how many days you have done): Crazy Ates November Exercise Challenge 0/12 Days of Exercise Go, Crazy Ates! Go!

Me too! I am so missing those days right after surgery when only 1 cup of Soup would fill me. I have had three fills since surgery on 8/21 and I still don't have enough restriction, though I am getting close. This next fill might be the one. Fighting with head hunger and restaurant food has been the worst for me. DH and I love to eat out and when things get busy, like they have been lately, it's so much easier. I found that french fries and tortilla chips go down way too easy! I need to get back in gear-- exercise, food journal and posts.

Name: Kathy / Band Chick Exercise Goals: 3 days a week on treadmill or Water aerobics for a total of 12 days of exercise in the month of November.

:boxing: Come on, Crazy Ates! Lets get moving! :whoo: This months goal is to get three exercise days per week, for a total of 12 days of exercise this month. This is the kind of exercise that makes you break a sweat, gets your heart pumping, burns calories and tones those tushies! (Be sure to consult your doctor before starting a new exercise program.) Please post your name and exercise goals to this thread. Name: Exercise Goals: You may want to add something like this to your signature (change the number in orange to how many days you have done): Crazy Ates October Exercise Challenge :boxing:0/14 Days of Exercise :whoo: Go, Crazy Ates! Go! :cheer2:

Here I am! It's been a tough month. We've had a house full of sick people. I went in for two fills this month and now I'm sick too. Sorry I haven't been here. I'm really struggling with my band too-- not posting, tracking, etc. I haven't gained, but I haven't lost either. GOOD JOB everyone! You are all so amazing and inspirational! :whoo:Super congratulations to everyone who made their goal! :clap2: I didn't make goal this month, but will make the November goal! Bring it on!

Yum! Now I'm in the mood for Beans and cornbread! Guess what's for dinner tomorrow night. LOL! My mom taught me a similar recipe for cooking pinto beans, but this gives me even more ideas. Thank you for posting! Recipe swap anyone? I was craving pumpkin pie and thinking about eating custard to help get my Protein in when I came up with this recipe: Easy Crustless Pumpkin Pie 1 can Libby's Pumpkin Pie mix 6 eggs 1 cup 1% Milk Mix ingredients and pour into a casserole dish (no need for grease or non-stick spray). Bake for 60 min. at 325 degrees. Knife inserted in the middle should come out clean. Let cool 30 min. before serving. Makes ten 1/2 cup servings Calories: 140, Fat: 3g, Carbs: 21g, Protein: 5g It makes a nice little snack for those of us in the holiday mood early:D

I went to Water aerobics for an hour last Friday and this morning. I can feel my muscles but am not as tired and sore after class as I used to get (last Spring). Yippee!!! Everyone is doing GREAT! I'm so glad we can all do this together. Group hugs! :car:

Congratulations, Crazy Ates! We've just completed our first Exercise Challenge! :clap2: All participants will receive a participation award. Check your private messages 10/2/07. For those who completed the Exercise Challenge, please post to this thread with the name you want added to your award. I will then send a private message with your personalized award information. This will be available as a web image, printout for iron-ons or scrapbooks; as well as coffee cups, mouse pad, t-shirts, tote bag, etc. Because we're worth it! CONGRATULATIONS, Crazy Ates! Be sure to join us for the October Exercise Challenge! :boxing:

Come on! Step up and start bragging! You completed 21 days of mindful exercise, you deserve some recognition and reward! :clap2: Karri, Becky and Pam, I know you three made your 21 days or more. Post up ladies! Congratulations!

I had a similar problem under my breasts. I went to my dr and found out it was yeast from the antibiotic shot they gave me before surgery. All cleared up now. You should probably have a dr look at it to be sure.

I'm not getting enough Protein in. I never did Atkins because I'm not a big protein fan, unfortunately. It's taking me a while to get used to all this. I'm making progress but not yet ideal. I have eaten more eggs, tuna and salmon in the last few weeks than in all of my life prior. LOL! I'm going to try the New Whey Protein tubes that Candle mentioned. I am also going to try adding some unjury to my nightly pudding that I use to take my pills. I would love to hear some more tips. This post has been very helpful!

Name: Kathy Exercise Goals: I will be going to Water aerobics 2-3 times a week and walking on the treadmill. I will get in a minimum of 12 days of cardio exercise in the month of October. Because I'm worth it! :whoo:

Yippee! The Crazy Ates first Exercise Challenge! The good news for you all is that I am just about as low as you can get on the scale of exercise. That means I'll keep the challenges simple and manageable at any level We will all be in the process of pre-op or recovery through August and September. So, lets start simple and healthy with the goal of CREATING AN EXERCISE HABIT. You could walk from the chair to the bathroom, move your arms, do housework, etc. This is about being mindful of moving your body as a part of getting healthy and losing weight! Professionals say it takes 21 consecutive days to create a habit. It doesn't matter what you do or for how long. What matters is that you do it every day with intention! An article for more info: Creating an Exercise Routine - How to Start a Habit for your Health Crazy Ates Aug/Sept Exercise Challenge 21 Days of Mindful Exercise Please reply to this post with your Commitment: Name: Types of exercise I could choose from: You may want to add something like this to your signature (change the number in green to how many days you have done): Crazy Ates Aug/Sept Exercise Challenge 0/21 Days of Mindful Exercise :first: Did I also mention that I volunteered to be an Award Chair for the fabulous Crazy Ates?!?! YES, that means there WILL be awards for completing each Exercise Challange! :scared: :cheer2: Go, Crazy Ates! Go! :boxing:

Oh! I'm so sorry to hear that! I'm hoping and praying that you will get in quickly, everything goes better than ever and you have a super speedy recovery. {{{hugs}}} I know that you must be disappointed about the slow in weight loss. Just remember that this time period is all about recovery and many people gain before they hit their "sweet spot". You truly are doing so great, especially in the face of further obstacles. You're brave, encouraging and you'll pull through this better than ever! Please keep us posted.

"clown pants" lol :eek: Congratulations! That's GREAT!!! :high5: Keep up the good work! :clap2:

I had a similar experience for my first fill. It's cool to actually see it! Your signature cracks me up!!! :pound:

Hi, Judi! For me, I used to drop a big chunk of weight (like 10lbs in a week) and then I would plateau for a while. (I expect that to happen again) Also if you are exercising you may be gaining muscle, which weighs more than fat, per sq inch. Of course there's water weight that we gals get once a month-- yuck! So, any of those things could be fooling with the scale. That's why I don't have one at home-- it always lies. LOL! You're doing GREAT! Just keep up the good work. It's going to pay off! {{{hugs}}} :cheer2:

That's true. You caught me. LOL My Dr gave me a hand out that says to aim for 30g a day durring post-op. My nutritionist told me to aim for 60 a day. I've been getting at least 30g a day and sometimes more than 70g. Mostly, like my Dr said, I was just eating for comfort through the post-op phase. Now that I have my fill I will have more choices, eat better and can really get with my exercise! Woo hoo! :whoo: Candle, how are you getting your 70g in a day? Protein supplements? How are things going for you?

I'm four weeks post-op and had my first fill today, under flouro. It went really quick and easy. I barely felt it-- even asked if the needle was in. I watched my stomach on the monitor as I drank the berium. It tasted awful but looked cool. I'm down 27 lbs and feelin good! Yippee! :whoo:

CONGRATULATIONS!!!! I'm so happy for you!!! :bounce::clap2::whoo:

Crazy Ates need your help! Tiffany is unable to be the Birthday Greetings Chair and we need someone in her place. This is a great way to stay connected and be involved. Who would like to step up? http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f95/whens-your-birthday-39053/index3.html#post562851 Come on, be an angel! Volunteer. :angel:

Great Heather! Thank you! You'll make a fabulous Birthday Greetings Chair And congrats on completing the Aug/Sept Exercise Challenge!!!!!