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Seems kind of funny that they are raffling a Band surgery at a conference mainly for post banded folks. They should be raffling a tummy tuck.

You're doing it. You didn't think you could, but you are.

You have kids so you know about sacrifice. Did you carry/birth them yourself? Well this is a cinch. This time next year you will look back on these blogs and have a good laugh. Hell next month you will be reading about some other pre-bander moaning about the liquid diet. I've been there and gotten through. Now I B*tch when I have a fill and have to be on liquid for 2 days.

It is all worth it. Really.

Good Luck with your journey.

Amanda

Welcome back. Upright and recharged.

You can't pick your family.

The changes you are going through take a lot of courage. You are strong!!

OK Im not banded 2 years but I have heard talk about time of the month, time of day and stress all having an effect on the tightness of the band.

Apt w/ Dr P today. Lost 12lbs from last visit five weeks ago. 2.4lbs per week. Lets keep this up!!

Still training hard. That is the key.

That's the spirit!

You have a lot on your plate but seem like a women with her head on straight.

Some succeed because they are destined to.

Most succeed because they are determined to.

Good luck on your journey!!

Side note- My cholesterol was 324, it is now 194 and going down. That is without prescription drugs, just following band guidelines and exercising.

Amanda

What a great story!! And a great guy!!!

Regarding your food fears. I to thought that I would 'miss' food and that I would always be on a diet. You're mindset will change. Food will become less important. Trust me. When the band is working correctly (good restriction) you will be eating less and feeling good about it.

The kids are a good reason to go through this change. YOU are a better reason. Everything about you will be better ,therefor your relationships will be better.

Good Luck on your journey.

Amanda

I LOVE this site. It has really helped with my tri training.

I'm under a month until the Triathlon.

On the bike Ive been averaging 6+miles daily. I need to up my runs over 3miles. I'm feeling good so far. No major muscle aches. Just my left shin being tight.

I had some really good BBQ today. I'm glad I'm training enough that I can eat it and not feel guilty.

Exercise is the key to weight loss people!

Sarah,

That's great about sharing with you sister. Remember she too is going through some major changes. Respect and validate her thoughts and feelings and she will likely do the same for you.

It's smart to get yourself ready and 'all your ducks in a row'. Don't forget protein drinks/powder. I really liked the Unjury brand of protein powder. (UNJURY Medical Quality Protein Supplement: High Protein Supplement Uses Whey Protein Isolate. Great tasting whey protein supplements!). Keeps your energy up and feeling full longer.

You'll do great at the BBQ. Remember this is a lifestyle not a diet. You will always be able to have anything you want. Just remember moderation, preparation and portion. That means-not all the time, keep it low fat/calorie, smaller helpings.

Happy Independence Day!!

Amanda

Sounds like you have a plan. Good Luck!!

If you decide to let your family, or just a selected few know about the band really have a talk with them about how they can support you. Positive not negative words. Nonverbal support-staying with you while you recover.

Most of the time we overestimate the negative response of our friends and family. But you know them best. But know this: it is important to have a good support system in place before you are banded. You will need them for your best success.

Good luck with your journey.

Amanda

Looks like you know you can't do this alone, so why aren't you letting others help you?

Use the resources available to you. The Dr. and the team he/she has set up to support you on your journey. Perhaps see a psychologist about your food issues. Learn some coping skills. You are not the first to have these issues. You will not be the last.

Pull up your shirt. LOOK at the scars. You took the first step to better health but the band can't work if you don't give it a chance. Thinking about it will not make it fill it's self.

Recommit yourself today. And if you have too do it again tomorrow and the next day and the next, do it. Until you are just doing the right thing without even thinking about it.

Come back to LBT often. Read about others struggles and successes.

Good Luck! Let us know how you are doing.

Amanda

Relax. I know you're excited and really want this to happen now, but you need to have a little patience. When you do get banded and hit the inevitable plateau you will need to draw on your patience again. If you want this to happen it will.

Use this time to inform yourself on the guidelines. Educate your support people. Start exercising a bit, it will help in your recovery.

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Heres one.

I resisted temptation and didn't open a bottle.

As to your question I had a glass of wine two days after banding and have had quite a few cocktails since. It's just a matter of figuring the calories into your daily plan.

Straight booze is the least calories. When you add the mixers or sweet liqueurs you add on the cals.

Nothing wrong with a good vodka.

I want a glass of wine. :thumbup:

But if I open the bottle I will have to finish it at some time(more empty calories) or toss it.

Great loss so far. Keep up the good work.

pace yourself with the booze. That stuff has alot of calories. I keep to 3:1. Three water to one booze. Either you will get alot of water or savor the booze.

Have fun on the Fourth!!

LapBand calendar- Hmm thats an idea.

No, she is not in the calendar. I'm not sure why, I'll have to ask.

You're doing great! I don't suppose you're taking a dog on the run with you?

Im doing my part as a good Auntie and telling everyone I know about the calendar my Niece is producing. She is only 17 and all the models are her friends.

Calendar Geeks

Go check it out and if you like it please pass along the link to anyone else you know who would like.

Thanks,

Amanda

The running is your cardio for the day so skip the elliptical or treadmill. Do the weight training/core work on the same days as running. Nonrunning days do other gentle (no intervals) cardio (elliptical,treadmill) and core/ab work. You can never do too much work on your core.

When working on your arms don't forget your shoulders, and back. Got to keep things even and strong.

PS you're gunna sleep good tonight! Don't forget to stretch in the morning cause you'll be stiff.