thatDEgirl

Hey all, thought I would pop in a say hi! I haven't been running much lately, schedules and fatigue are taking their toll but, such is life. Weight is staying the same (+/- 1-2 pounds) so I am okay with it for now. Will be glad when school starts up again and we get into a routine again. I go for another fill on the 19th which I hope will help get these last few pounds off. No more races till September and I am still toying with training for a half mary. I see my oncologist in September and want to check with her first though, since my fatigue seems to be increasing. Anyway... Anyone interested in the Nike+ system? I have a 2 month old sensor (my first one died after 2+ years), receiver, 2 different shoe holders and armband...all you would need is the nano (or touch or 3GS). $25 plus shipping. I've been using runkeeper on my iphone when I run and love it.

Hey all, just thought I would pop in and say hi! My running has been slacking since the Gate to Gate, I have been swimming instead (I was a competitive swimmer in HS and college then stopped). I forgot how much of a workout it is. My next race isn't until fall, it is just too darn hot here. Everyone is doing wonderful and even though I don't pop in much, I'm still reading!

I just got home from my Gate to Gate 4.4 mile race and came in sub-50 at 49:36!! This is *the* race I have been training for. I didn't sleep at all last night, stressed that I wouldn't do very well, since my training have been off since my gall bladder surgery and recent illness. I even forgot to eat before heading out...LOL! I made it though! I think I am done racing till fall though, it is starting to get oppressively hot for running here...we shall see though, I love the hype on race day!

I was 234 (by doc scale, 232 at home) and 5'3". High blood pressure was my only co-morbid as well, but I did have a letter from my oncologist (I have leukemia) recommending it as well in the packet.

Okay, I finally ran yesterday...first time since last Friday. Mentally it was not a good run, I have too much on mind to "lose" myself in it like I normally do. I ran though... Kathy, get your butt out there and RUN ! It is mind numbing to me and I have to have my music whereas when I run outside, I don't. The other option in the dead of summer is 97 degrees at 9pm, so no true choice. There is also MapMyRun.com - Map your Running Routes. Find Runs. Join our Community of Running. Runner Social Network. Calculate Calories, Online Pedometer, Distance, iPhone, and More. where you can map your runs as well as search for routes in your area that other people run.

WTG!! I don't think a half mary is a long goal? That's what I am aiming for by spring! Yay, glad you had a good (Accident free) run. I love to run outside, but it is simply too hot here already. I ran outside last Friday morning and about died..86 degrees and 84% humidity.

I officially weigh once a week, otherwise my normal fluctuations which you will have depress me.

I'm a runner too, in fact, I am quite cranky because life has gotten in the way and I haven't gotten to run since Friday.

Thanks! It's actually not for 2 more weekends, the 25th. YAY!! I am, Lacey Buchorn. ANyone can add me, just be sure to tell me where you are from . Hot mama!!

I'm 9 months out and have never been told that, in fact OI am encourage to have a balanaced diet (meat, fruits and veggies). I have trouble with bananas and the skin on some fruit but otherwise, no issues.

I am 9.5 months out and hovering around 71-72 pounds lost. I am hoping to get 20 more off by bandiversary but we shall see. I had 4 months of being unfilled due to gallbladder issues and surgery, so I am happy with my progress.

No restrictions for me before, 3 days liquids after.

I have used one since day one with no issues. I asked my doc after reading about so many people being told no on here and he looked at me like I was crazy...LOL!

That was stuck. Were you not put on liquids after your fill? I have to do 3 days of liquids after a fill to let the stomach heal from the irritation of a fill.

How awesome!!! Well, I finally registered for my race, the race that has been my goal through this all (once I finish it, it will be the Pensacola Half Marathon in spring:). I pick up my packet tomorrow and the race is on Memorial Day. Gate to Gate 4.4 Mile Run/Walk|Eglin AFB, Florida 32542|Monday, May 25, 2009 @ 7:30 AM I'd like to finish sub 45 but I'll take sub 50. There is a pretty high hill right at the 4 mile mark which will be tough I am sure.

You can very clearly see mine if I am laying down but not if I am standing up, so it doesn't bother me.

It was spot on for the run, even showing where I moved from side to side of the street to stay on the sidewalks (my neighborhood is a little nuts). Thank you! Thanks! Isn't that revelation wonderful!! YAY Kathy!!!

Hey all, just thought I would check in and say hi. Running has really been hit or miss this, life is nuts. Now, my Nike+ sensor is dead, so I can't even count the few miles on the challenges till the new one comes in...LOL! I hit 9 months post-op Saturday and posted new pics if anyone is interested. Life With A Lap Band | this life of mine (down at the bottom) My Nike+ sensor being dead though, did give me the opp to try out the RunKeeper app I downloaded for my iPhone a while back...pretty neat and I may use it for outside runs. RunKeeper Running Activity

Welcome! I think all of Kathy's suggestions are great, but also wondered are you at 1000-1200 calories before or after subtracting exercise calories? You might not be getting enough. I know with myself, I can't get any less than 1200 calories net (after exercise), keep up with my running and lose. Anything lower and my weight stalls and energy plummets. It took me a bit of experimenting to figure that out.

None that I know of for LBT, the last 3 monther just ended.

I have lost faster (and more) than my doc even expected at right under 9 months out. I have been completely unfilled since February 4th and on pretty much a plateau since then. So, needless to say most of my loss was in the first 6 months. One thing to think about though, is that the more you have to lose, typically the faster it comes off in the beginning.

Kathy, have you tried resetting it? I don't remember exactly, but I think it is hold the center and menu button at the same time till the apple appears (you can google it to be sure). Any time mine is acting goofy, that fixes it. I am finally getting back in my groove after my gallbladder removal, the last two to three runs haven't been a struggle like the first few after surgery were. So, needless to say I am happy...now to just wait on the 27th to get cleared for strength training again (and a fill)! BTW, I finally hit 70 pounds lost, in the 8.5 months since my surgery!! Since my complete unfill, I have been bouncing around with the same darn 5 pounds! thatDEgirl - RUNNER+

How awesome Kathy!! My scale says 38% for me...not sure if that is right or not, since I have never tested it anywhere else.

Take a peek at active.com if you haven't or your local track/running club. Ours has TONS of resources and race listings.