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Thank God FDR believed that the government's job was to rescue Americans from poverty!

Congratulations Dawn! You are on your way...

I completed week 1-yea me! I started week 2 today. I am still lovin' it! Week 1 is intervals of running 60 sec. and walking 90 sec. Week 2 is intervals of running 90 sec. and walking 2 min. I hope that some of you will join in on the fun!

I was banded by Schmitt on 9/9. I think both docs only do realize now.

Alright! Congratulations on your surgery. Its so good to hear that everything went well. The gas comes from the gas that they inflate you with during surgery. It can be a monster! Keep us posted on your progress!

congrats girl! I was banded 9/9 with the realize band. I just got my first fill which was 3 cc. The band only holds 9cc. It is installed without fill but you may have done due to the initial swelling from surgery. I lost 11 lbs 1 week post op. I have lost a total of 21 lbs since surgery. Keep us posted on your progress!

Hi all I missed the start of the 30 day challenge but I did launch my couch to 5k program this week. If you are not familiar, it is an interval training program that will have you running a 5k in 9 weeks! I completed week 1 and loved it! The workout is basically 30 minutes and you alternate between walking and running. Each week you decrease your walking and increase your running. I found a hip hop podcast that has great music and verbal prompt to start running or walking. I use the treadmill but the beauty is you really don't need equipment. Just go outside. Here is the link to the podcast: Suz's Couch to 5k Running Podcasts | Inside the Mind of Suz Here is some more info: Cool Running :: The Couch-to-5K Running Plan Couch to 5k - C25K Running Program I hope some of you will join me!

You will post a success story! This surgery has really been a blessing in my life and I am only 6 weeks post op. I feel like I am in control. Keep us posted on your progress and congratulations!

Actually I would love to find a quality single serve blender/combo for quick on the go shakes. Have you seen one?

I am actually looking forward to shopping in my own closet! It has started already. I am wearing clothes that I haven't worn in a year or only wore once. I am such a shopaholic that I have tons of clothes from 12 to 20!

I am loving your new avatar! I got my fill yesterday and it was a breeze. I got 3cc in my 9cc band . I did not think I would get that much but it was a pleasant surprise! I have been doing great since Saturday after my temporary insanity! The scales even moved. I lost 21 lbs since surgery 6 weeks ago. The doc was really pleased. I missed out on the 30 days exercise challenge so I started the couch to 5k. I found a hip hop podcast. I love it so much that I might start a thread and see if anyone bites. How is it going for you?

slim, if your dr does not tell. Just look down at the needle. It was pretty large I could see the saline.

slim, if your dr does not tell. Just look down at the needle. It was pretty large I could see the saline.

Hi Samurai! I am 6 weeks and 1 day post op. Ihad my first fill today. It went like a breeze. I got 3 ccs in my 9 cc realize band. I was really surprised to get that much. The dr said that I should feel restriction and to do soft foods and liquids tonight. I came home and had a little broccoli and rice mix with a little mashed chicken. It went down well. Oh and by the way I have lost 21 lbs since surgery! I also started the couch to 5k program this week and love love love it!

Wow Debbie! I am so happy for you. Your story inspires me and your perseverance motivates me. Thank you for sharing your happiness. Keep me posted on your progress.

Alright! I know how excited you are. Your date is just around the corner. Keep us posted on your progress

You can find it at the a beauty supply store (one that caters to umm..women of color-see why this forum exists? lol) Or an African vendor. The raw butter has a very nutty smell it is thick and yellow. Sometimes a vendor will sell it mixed with an oil to scent it but the unscented is ok. I just put on a scented lotion afterwards. Hope this link help!:grouphug::thumbup: Buy Bulk Wholesale 100% Pure and Unrefined African Shea Butter: The African Store.

luluc, I defected from the political threads, you are absolutely correct in stating why some people have left. I actually unsubscribed but peeked in when I was on the new posts page.

I cosign that as well ladies. I would also like to add: we welcome any positive advice or input that will help us on this journey! Now with that said : how are the scars looking? Mine didnt keloid but they are dark. The staple marks make them look worse. I have some natural shea butter I just have to commit to using it everyday.

Only my dh and mom know about my band. Hopefully I will have my 2nd fill by then meaning more restriction. I plan to eat mostly protein (turkey) and definitely some collard greens. I actually hope to lose a little weight during that week.

I go for my first fill on Wednesday!!! I really struggled last week but by Sat. I got myself together. I was so afraid to get on the scale...but when I did it showed that I did not gain any weight. I took that as a sign that I need to get myself in check. I got my water in today ate a lot of protein. I did really good. Tomorrow I am going to start the couch to 5 k program using the treadmill at the gym! I am going to download a podcast tonight that will help me with the run/walk cues. Wish me luck. How are you coming along?

Hey nayray glad to know that you and band-jo made it out of st. elsewhere ok! Keep us posted on your recovery.

Hey ya'll, my first fill is in 6 days! I am getting hungry! It is getting harder and harder to stay focused on eating healthy options. I think I need to regroup and go back to more protein shakes. :wink2:

I had never thought about that. It makes sense. I really like the blakely tights from target. They hold up pretty well. Have you tried them?