SweetZ

So its not that I can't eat... I'm just not hungry as often. When I do get hungry I'm STARVING and end up eating the wrong things. And yes 1500 calories is a lot but that was a really good place for me. 2000 calories was on my bad days... but I was still losing consistently. Especially since my dietitian wants me getting 80g of Protein in a day! Im getting in 3 meals now, I just need to learn to snack again. I wish I hadn't gotten so comfortable

Welcome... can't wait to see pics!

I accidently voted wrong... geez. I'm really both though! I'm about to be real ashamed If I don't get back on my role!

I'm really trying to get back on track but for some reason I can't eat enough. When I was losing steadily I was eating 5-6 times a day getting in like 1500-2000 calories a day. I am struggling to get two meals in now... any ideas? I need help ya'll! PLEASE!

Thanks for the encouraging words sue! Im doing a lot better. trying to eat properly... slowly... getting my protein in. WE GON DO THIS!

They told me the same thing. And When I got the 80 I really noticed a difference. I make 1 shake a day that I keep in the fridge and sip on all day long. When i don't feel like a shake I drink an isopure. I also make a mean chili that is practically ALL protein once a week.

V... sounds like we're in the same boat. Since I graduated I haven't had a steady place to call home or job so I fell off completely! Let me know if you find some motivation cause I need it too girl. I'm consuming way too much fast food and I think Im gaining. Kepp coming on here though. Maybe this is where we can get the support we need!

My name is ALisha... Banded 12/18/08 Just moved moved to Atlanta about a month ago and I'm in desperate need of support. I need to get back on track!!!

ummmm..... SCREW YOU... Thanks!

NONE of my jeans fit and all of my cardigans are hanging on me. droopy booty is soooo not cute!

I sooooooo fell off the wagon but Im back on it with a vengeance!! My current weight went up to 289!!!! My goal for the month is 8... let's get it poppin!

My question is why exactly we aren't supposed to have alcohol, or when I can drink again. I really enjoy a drink when I go out and I just want to know when is it ok? 6 months? a year? what did you surgeon say? Any bad experiences?

My question is why exactly we aren't supposed to have alcohol, or when I can drink again. I really enjoy a drink when I go out and I just want to know when is it ok? 6 months? a year? what did you surgeon say? Any bad experiences?

seriously... I think the LBT/post band vets are just very "cliquey". I rarely ever feel welcome to comment or anything because I rarely get responses. I do look at the things they post though for help. As for communicating witt hem though... I stop wasting time were Im not welcome. You aren't alone dan!

GREAT WEEK! I had my first fill, and I think it can be tighter but I can still see/feel a difference. Im down to 184!!! soooo excited!

Im late... 287 on thursday of last week

July '08 I was 326... After making some changes I was down to 315 on my surgery date. I'm now at 287. It's only been like 7 weeks but I've been doing MOST of what I'm supposed to, the bigest change be exercising CONSISTENTLY. good luck!

What have you been doing as far as meals and exercise?

Keep moving... mobility really helps

Lol at "fit for public consumption" and Im glad you're working on you... now go get ya girl and stop thinking about all of the "what if's"

Im sorry but I completely disagree with furios first, he's not a faliure and neither s anyone else who loses 87 pounds. The band isn't magical and it takes WORK! I think any friends who don't support you aren't friends worth having. I told anyone who asked and I'm glad I did. They've helped me through that horrible bandster hell, trying to get all my approvals, and even work out with me. I'm not saying you should tell everyone but you shouldn't be afraid to tell friends. Its proven that people with a good support system lose more weight so make sure you have one. If you have any trouble, I'm always looking for people to add to my team!! Heck, we can help each other!

I wash once a week with a GOOD conditioners and flat iron/curl. When I work out I make sure its tied down TIGHT. And last year I fell in love with pin curls so I make sure my hair is pin curled or wrapped before it's tied up. I also make sure my scalp is dry bofpre I take my wrap off... it really makes a difference!

I told whoever asked or whatever. I just didn't want it to be all taboo or feel like I was doing something wrong. I made sure everyone knew how hard I was working and how its not the "easy way". Now I have a huge support base and everyone is helping me!

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Thursday was my last day!!! Thank GOD! Good luck ladies... PRAY!