shari66

I just returned from the hospital today from having my band removed. My band slipped and my stomach herniated up into the band, running the risk of loss of blood supply to the stomach. I experienced more pain than I ever have had in my life. My doctor said that it could be deadly if not removed. I would definitely NOT let this go!

Wow! I haven't been on here since right after my surgery last fall. I have lost 50lbs. since my surgery date last Nov. but even more amazing is that I have completed 2 half-marathons and am training for my 3rd. I was never a runner and had knee issues but I started slow and as the weight came off it was amazing how much easier the running was on my body. I started out walking 5 mins./ running 1 min. and gradually shifted to walking 1 min./running 5mins. to running the entire 13.1. You can do it. Remember, our weight loss/improved health like my runs is a marathon not a sprint.