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I had an issue with Prilosec, I took it for my heartburn and because it was time release, of course I did not crush. I ended up with an ulcer on my esophagus because it was apparently just sitting in my pouch causing erosion (i.e. not going down the chute, so to speak). So, I would caution those taking certain meds that might cause erosion. It sucks, because I was taking the prilosec to help my acid reflux but actually made it worse:(

Man, I feel you! I just got a complete unfill, not because of a slipped band but because of severe acid reflux issues from being too tight for 6 months. My plan, do what really sucks--use my willpower until I can get a fill. I know from past experience that I can do it for at least a short period of time if necessary (and then gain it all back, which is why I got the band). Eat like a bandster, eat mostly Protein and veggies, fight the good battle against head hunger and hold on tight!! YOU CAN DO IT! Good luck to you!

I also think that you are too tight. Slider foods are evil:frown: Consider getting an unfill and getting back on track with eating your protein and veggies! YOU CAN DO IT!

Welcome to the Breast Cancer 3-Day: Home As requested, here is the link to this event. It is taking place in several cities and requires a commitment to raise at least $2,200 (71% of the proceeds go directly to research). It is a pretty intense training schedule. Basically if you are walking 15-20 miles a week you can start the more intense schedule which consists of a 4 mile walk twice during the week and then back to back longer walks on the weekends. For example, I am walking 10 miles on Saturday and then 10 miles on Sunday this week. Next week will be 12 miles on Saturday and then 6 miles on Sunday. http://www.thewalkingsite.com/3dayschedule.html Here is a link to a good training schedule! I am finding it challenging to figure out what I should be eating to get through those long walks on the weekends. I am finding I am craving more carbs, but those are notoriously harder for me to eat with my band. I try to take along nuts and dried fruit as a snack on the long training days and then stick to 1200-1500 cal during the week. I have only lost 4 lbs in the last month while training, but I lost 1 inch off my hips and 3/4 inch off my waist and an incredible 2 inches off my arms (gained 1/2 inch on my thighs from all that muscle:) I started to train for this event as a way of setting an outrageous but fully attainable goal of walking 20 miles a day for 3 days!! It keeps me motivated and I am learning I want to eat better because I can get more out of my body that way. If anyone wants to join me in Arizona Nov 14-16 we can see about putting a team together!:eek:

Hi, I am wondering if there are any fellow bandsters taking part in a 3 Day walk this year? I am doing Arizona November 14-16 and would love to start a thread about training for this event as a bandster. Anyone else?