2babutterfly

I joined a gym last week and went and walked the treadmill one day ???? and then it got cold and I just come home from work and build a fire instead if going. But after reading some of the temperatures posted (much colder than mine) I need to suck it up and go. Or at least find something at home to do. I will move in some way tomorrow!! Ill post and let ya know what I did!!

I love reading all of your posts! I need to join in so that I can be held accountable! Having a tough time gettin my exercise in!

hi,
I am going to share my story, and what I do, and take from it what you want. I am not going to preach to the choir, because we all know what we're doing right or wrong....
I was banded July 1, 2010, and as of right now, I am down about 125 lbs...still have prolly 75 to go still....I have a wonderful surgical practice, where this is all they do....I have had several fills, and actually keep my band a wee bit tight to be honest, although no reflux, if I give myself too much room to eat, I will
as a rule, I dont do white carbs. I eat tons of Beans (chili, bean Soups, etc) I still have a Protein shake every day, eat Peanut Butter every day (in my shake), buckets of cottage cheese, (full fat, chive, sometimes with soy crisps), nuts, cheeses, eggs, lean Proteins, fish. tons of salad, small amounts of fruits. I actually dont eat a whole lot. I dont get hungry very often. I will say I probably drink too much wine, but hey, I have 4 yr old triplets, and a 6 yr old.
the biggest thing though is that I exercise. A LOT, I am at the gym most days for around 2 hours. I lift weights every other day, I do Zumba, and walk, and that crazy eliptical trainer....I could starve myself, but if I didnt move, it wouldnt matter.
again, this is only a tool....but if you use it correctly, it does work...I read some of the previous posts by folks who think this is all a scam.....125 lbs in 10 months. yeah, not a scam, and frankly, I dont care how much my surgeon got from my insurance..I am healthy, no longer a diabetic, and have added years to my life. I cant put a price tag on that, and I wouldnt be where I am now without this sometimes really annoying piece of plastic
hang in there!

Today I am doing liquids only. Trying to restart and refocus and help my band out. Half way through the day but I bet this evening at home will be my challenge!

This is a great chart!!!

Sounds perfectly normal to me....
I don't eat bread or similar products anymore, and I lost my taste for salads....but I would dip the chicken strips into the chili...
For ME, this is not another diet....it is a lifestyle change.....it's not about what I eat everyday, (well a little) but is is more about how much I eat everyday....and that is a 1/10th of what I used to eat....
I was fat because I ate enough to feed an entire family, and was a coach potato.....I am now skinny and fit because I eat what a normal person should eat, and I exercise regularly....
This surgery will change your life...

Yes! Just much sooner! I would prob do lap band again

This is my weak area. I need to find a way to exercise daily. Just something so I move. I teach pre k so I'm definitely not sitting much during the day but I need to find something I like!

Today I am doing liquids only. Trying to restart and refocus and help my band out. Half way through the day but I bet this evening at home will be my challenge!

Congratulations!

i was 336 pounds and wearing a snug size 30 and was as wide as i am tall
my insurance does not approve sleeves and i was (too scared to have bypass).
so i opted with the lap band...my dr even rolled his eyes at me and gave me a yeah, you will fail look. someone supersized like me had to make a decision to get well or lie to myself and the doctor and say yes i will do whatever it takes...that decision was mine to make...any WLS will only do so much
2 1/2 years later
i have done hospital seminars
been filmed 2 times for tv commercials
been in magazines
have a national blog w/awards
not bragging but i came from someone who couldnt wipe her ass
to where i am today...
whatever WLS you have, use it as the dr advises for best results
do the best you can, no excuses, no BS drama...and make yourself well.
each day that passes is one we do not get back.
we wasted enough...now time to get living..

I get thighs and put them in the crock pot Sprinkle with a packet of dry ranch and pour a jar of herdez green salsa over it. Cook for about 6 hours on low. Yum!

2008 and still loving my band. I've gained a little weight back because I've let some bad habits creep back in but I know I would've gained sooo much more without my band

It stands for a productive burp. When you burp and food comes up...gross I know....

You are doing great! I was nervous my first fill but after a stick of lidocaine I felt nothing. Easy!

That sux! Hope you find someone soon! Until the. Stay active on the board! That helps me

Yes that's exactly how I feel. Still down 100 pounds and that makes me happy!

I'm down 87 lbs since surgery last year but gained 7lbs the last two weeks. But I know why: I'm eating too many Snacks and not drinking Water. The mental stuff that made us fat before is still there.
Im struggling too but I know what I need to do: destress and stick to the program. A support group isn't something I've done before but may now. I just need the reset button and to talk to people to understand.

Sept 2009 for me...not one band caused problem in 5 years. I'd say my band has been/ AND STILL IS, a complete success!

2008 and still loving my band. I've gained a little weight back because I've let some bad habits creep back in but I know I would've gained sooo much more without my band

Because caterpillars emerge into beautiful butterflies. And I ❤butterflies! So I hope 2 babutterfly!

Because caterpillars emerge into beautiful butterflies. And I ❤butterflies! So I hope 2 babutterfly!

Watch your restriction and when you go in for fills have them withdraw all Fluid to make sure the amount matches. I was having fills and would have a short time of restriction.....8 long months later we found a leak in my tubing.

They gave me propofol (spelling?) it was strange. I was asleep through most of it but would wake up a bit here and there. I hope things go well for you. Has anything been done?

I didn't have a disconnect but I recently had to have my port and tubing replaced because there was a leak in the tubing. Surgery was no big deal. In and out in a few hours. didn't even put me all the way out. Thankfully my insurance covered it. I hope all goes well for you!