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Georgia, I couldn't have said it better myself. Amy

I think it's a national thing. Pretty cool. Let me know how you do. I will cheer for you as well, as I cross the finish line. Amy

So far today... 30 minutes on the stationary bike, and just got back from the gym I went 2 miles (30 minutes) on the treadmill alternating 3 minutes of running with 1 minute of walking plus warm up and cooldown. Feels so good to be active again.

Chocolate... How are you doing?? Are you feeling better??

How cool is that!!

Can't wait to get started!!!

They have a Susan G Koman Race for The Cure 5k about an hour from here next month on the 10th. That is not long, but my mom is a breast cancer survivor and I thought it would be a great way to honor her and Celebrate my new choices that will decrease my risk of ever having to go through what she did with cancer. Ok, that was pretty sappy, but true. I am really looking forward to training for and being successful in this race. Amy

If you have ever zipped it in your pants you wouldn't do it on purpose. OUCH!!! LOL It hurts soooo bad. This is a very good question. I am anxious to see what advise you get. Amy

WTG Jennypoo!!! TOM has come to visit me, so I was up and now back down to what my ticker says. I keep forgetting, however, to post my activity. Yesterday I worked out witht the trainer for 30 minutes, did a 1hr kickboxing class and road my stationary bike for 25 minutes. I have signed up to run a 5k in May!!! Yes, I am nuts, but no doubt I will be at the gym getting ready. Hope to update with some weight loss soon. Amy

Well, I signed up to run a 5k in May and am working my butt off at the gym(hopefully literally). I will go ahead and schedule the consult. I hope to be ready for surgery by the end of the year. Amy

Bunny, I am sorry. I didn't mean to imply that low carb is unhealthy. That is not the case at all. My working was very poor. What I was saying is that I am going to focus on healthy foods and not count carbs, etc. YOu can do low carb and eat VERY healthy. I am just shifting my focus from counting carbs right now. I am still searching for the plan that will work best for me from now on. Who knows, I may be back to low carbing it in a week. I am still trying to figure out what this new me looks like, or eats like. I am glad you found the best way for you. Best of luck to all y ou guys. Amy

I am going to give low carb a break for now as well. I went to the doctor yesterday and she really encouraged me to count calories and make sure that I am putting healthy foods in. I am going to try now to switch my focus on eating healthy from now on. I have begun to think of this as another diet. BLAH!! Low carbing works great for some people. It really works well for me at times too, but for now I am going to give it a reat. Best of luck to all of you guys. Amy

It is a Pampered Chef recipe that I am totally addicted to. 1 serving (1 cup) is 12 carbs, so I eat about 3/4 cup and call it 10 carbs. Close enough I think. Here is the recipe (I hope). I am pretty computer iliterate. It has become one of my favorites. Amy http://www.lapbandtalk.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=12843&stc=1&d=1207025961

Wow Chocolate. So sorry you have't been feeling well. Sounds like you've been pretty sick. So glad you are feeling better. way to go on the weight loss!!

You should be very proud of only a 2 pound weight gain on vacation. Don't be hard on yourself!! Cool on the YMCA. You will really enjoy that!! My cousin is a personal trainer, so I get a REALLY good deal on training. I just started this week. Amy

OK, today I worked out with my trainer for 1 hour and then did the first day of the couch to 5k(except I accidently started on week 2). Here is the link to the couch to 5k if anyone is interested. http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f81/couch-5k-come-join-me-56878/ How is everyone doing??? Amy

Ok, I am such a goober. I accidently started on week 2. Today, at the gym, I worked with my trainer for 1 hour and then did the week 2 part of couch to 5k. So now, do I continue with week 2 or go back to week 1. How did I manage to screw this up?????? Amy

I loved Taylor too. I think with him, it was watching him that made you fall in love with him. I bought his first cd and just listening to him sing was not as impressive. His personality was what I liked so much about him, and i just don't think it showed in his recording.

Here's mine for today B - Nothing L - Asian Noodle bowl (10 carbs) D - Asian Noodle bowl S - popsicle sf Not bad, I have really got to start eating breakfast though

Yes it is just 3 days a week. Welcome Amoud!!! Thanks Luluc. I used to be a runner. There is a 5k/10k locally in September. I would love to be able to run the 10k by then. Thanks so much for the encouragement. Amy

Welcome back Georgia!! We have certainly missed you on the boards!! 2 pounds is not bad at all!! That could just be change in fluids with the change in climate, etc.

Sounds great. I plan to go to the gym this afternoon. Amy

Any Takers????????

Yesterday... B - Atkins Caramel Latte Shake L - 4 tequila and lime chicken wings and 1 cup steamed edamame S - 2 beef and been nachos Snack - 1 oz cheddar cheese

Thanks so much. Steph, I read your thread. I have those rashes as well. Like you said in your thread, I can live with them, but the insurance company doesn't have to know that. I also have low back pain and mid back pain. It doesn't stop me and i don't go to the doctor for it, but it is there. Boo Boo, I have also zipped my tummy in my pants and yes it does hurt like hell. Thanks you guys. I am very hopefull that it will be covered. I don't plan to go for a consult until I am at 150, so I have a way to go, but I am planning for the cost of it now. Thanks so much!! Amy