Butterfly64

Only lost 38lbs by my 1 yr. anniversary. Lost more but gained it back, lost my mom, suffered health issues, lacked motivation, etc....but no excuses, NOT GIVING UP! I determined to hit the 100 mark by my next surgiversary in April 2010. Slow and steady wins the race. For me its more like a marathon, just gotta make it to the finish line.

Looking forward to the day when I can say I am in "one-derland"...............great job guys. Keep motivating us all. Dr.'s visit today, no fill. But losing a little hope it keeps going.

Wow that is wonderful, what an accomplishment Band_Groupie! I am so happy for you, you give me hope. My weight loss is so slow I think it will never happen. But hearing your news encourages me not to give up. Maybe one day I will reach my goal. :thumbup:

1. WEIGHT- lost 42 lbs since surgery April 14th 2. FILLS- 3 fills 3. RESTRICTION- somewhat 4. RULES- Trying to stick to the rules, but I think I eat too much and too many carbs. 5. ANYTHING ELSE- Can't seem to tolerate dry foods, especially chicken. Exercise has finally become part of my life! I would love to reach the 50lb. mark by the 1st of the new year.

Weighing in at 234 today, also had my 2nd fill this morning. I am now at 5cc in my band. I gained 6lbs. so I am not happy about that but with this adjustment and keeping with my diet and exercise plans I will conquer this battle of the bulge! (I will persevere through the tears of losing my mom.) :sneaky:

Labor Day Challenge for Bunny Bandsters! Bunny's name --------Target loss lbs. --- Start weight 7/13 --- Current weight --- Target Weight 9/7 Band_Groupie ------------ 15lbs -------------- 203 --------------- 203 ----------------- 188 soon2befit ---------------- 25lbs ---------------- ? ----------------- ? ----------------- ? hopeful41411 ------------ 20lbs -------------- 253.8 ------------- 253.8 -------------- 233.8 smilan--------------------- 20lbs ----------------- ? --------------- 218 ----------------? trobison------------------- 15lbs ----------------221 --------------- 221 ---------------206 myturn2bhappy ---------- 15lbs ----------------- 282 ------------- 282 --------------- 267 WannaBe1/2TheWoman - 20lbs ---------------- ? ----------------- ? ----------------- ? Butterfly64 ---------------- 15lbs ---------------231 ---------------- 230 ---------------- 216 MrsMitch --------------- 20lbs -------------- 232lbs ------------- 232lbs ------------- 212lbs doodlebug11---------------15lbs -----------------? ------------------?--------------------? TerriLynne--------------------?---------------------?-------------------?--------------------? txdj----------------------16lbs------------------?-------------------?-------------------? size6------------------------11lbs-----------------(-)19lbs--------(-)19lbs--------(-)30lbs 1want2bthin -------------- 15lbs -------------- 202lbs ------------ 202lbs -------------187lbs Lost 4 pounds this week. Better than gaining like last week. I was a good girl this week, exercised 4 days for over an hour of cardio, ate pretty well: Protein, protein, protein......I hope I can keep this up. 2nd fill next week, can't wait. Starting weight: 268/Current: 230/Goal: 165-170 Height: 5'7" Surgery 4/14/09 1st fill 6/19/09 Next fill 8/4/09

Lost 4 pounds this week. Better than gaining like last week. I was a good girl this week, exercised 4 days for over an hour of cardio, ate pretty well: Protein, protein, protein......I hope I can keep this up. 2nd fill next week, can't wait. Starting weight: 268/Current: 230/Goal: 165-170 Height: 5'7" Surgery 4/14/09 1st fill 6/19/09 Next fill 8/4/09

Thanks Gone 4 Ever.....I will check that out. My favorite breakfast protein shake is a cup of fr.vanilla coffee, splenda, 1tbs. of vanilla creamer, 5 icecubes, and a scoop of vanilla protein in the blender. You get your morning coffee with some protein with a shot of energy.

As of Friday, I weigh in at 234, a 3 lb. weight gain from last week. Not happy!!! S 268/C 234/G 165-170 Surgery 4/14/09 1st fill 6/19/09 Next fill 8/4/09

Instead of losing I actually gained 3 pounds. Whats going on with me? Could it be too many barbecues last weekend? Still in it to win it....not giving up...up for the challenge. Labor Day Challenge for Bunny Bandsters! Bunny's name --------Target loss lbs. --- Start weight 7/13 --- Current weight --- Target Weight 9/7 Band_Groupie ------------ 15lbs -------------- 203 --------------- 203 ----------------- 188 soon2befit ----------------- 25lbs ---------------- ? ----------------- ? ----------------- ? hopeful41411 ------------- 20lbs ---------------- ? --------------- 253.4 -------------- ? smilan---------------------- 20lbs ----------------- ? --------------- 218 ----------------? trobison-------------------- 15lbs ----------------- ? --------------- 222 ---------------207 myturn2bhappy ----------- 15lbs ----------------- ? --------------- 279 --------------- ? WannaBe1/2TheWoman -- 20lbs ---------------- ? ----------------- ? ----------------- ? Butterfly64 ----------------- 15lbs ---------------231 ---------------- 234 ---------------- 216 MrsMitch ------------------- 20lbs ---------------- ? ----------------- ? ----------------- ? doodlebug11---------------15lbs -----------------? ------------------?--------------------? TerriLynne--------------------?---------------------?------------------?--------------------? txdj------------ ---------------16lbs----------------?-------------------?-------------? size6-------------------------11lbs-----------------(-)19lbs--------(-)19lbs--------(-)30lbs 1want2bthin_____________15lbs_____________202lbs____________202lbs____ ______187lbs

Here are my numbers: Starting lbs.268/Current 234/Goal170 (gained 3lbs. last week)

Wow....this thread is so encouraging! I am reading this at 9a.m. and I have decided to try this 5day pouch test today because all of you have done so well. I tried it last week and never made it through day 1. I really need this since I have not lost a pound since June 4th. So here I go again....thanks group! I will keep you posted.

Labor Day Challenge for Bunny Bandsters! Bunny's name -----------Target loss lbs. --- Start weight 7/13 --- Current weight --- Target Weight 9/7 Band_Groupie ------------- 15lbs ---------------- ? ----------------- ? ----------------- ? soon2befit ----------------- 25lbs ---------------- ? ----------------- ? ----------------- ? hopeful41411 ------------- 20lbs ---------------- ? --------------- 253.4 -------------- ? smilan---------------------- 20lbs ----------------- ? --------------- 218 ----------------? trobison-------------------- 15lbs ----------------- ? --------------- 222 ---------------207 myturn2bhappy ----------- 15lbs ----------------- ? --------------- 279 --------------- ? WannaBe1/2TheWoman -- 20lbs ---------------- ? ----------------- ? ----------------- ? Butterfly64 ------------------- 15lbs ---------------231 -------------- ? ----------------- 216 MrsMitch ------------- 20lbs ---------------- ? ----------------- ? ----------------- ? doodlebug11---------------15lbs -----------------? ------------------?--------------------? TerriLynne.......................15lbs......................?........................?......................? txdj-------------16lbs-------------?-------------?--------------? Count me in too!

Count me in! I am up for the challenge.

Count me in on the Independence Day Challenge! I could use the boost. Labor Day Challenge for Bunny Bandsters! Butterly64 -----------Target loss: 15lbs. ------ Start weight:268------ Current weight: 232 ----- Target Weight Sept. 7: 217 Band_Groupie ------------- 15lb ---------------- ? ----------------- ? ----------------- ?

Stick with your doctor's instructions. If you are looking for a great tasting protein shake that is okay to use while on clear liquids, you must try the Unjury shakes. They are actually delicious especially vanilla. Visit unjury.com to order.

WEIGHT: Highest- 268 (around March 1st) Surgery-242 Current- 236 FILLS: 1st fill scheduled for June 19th RESTRICTION: none RULES: I try to keep to all the rules, exercising regularly,but lately I have been cheating on junk food...bad habits are hard to break. Back on track now and will try to stick to the rules. One rule I have down packed is the no drinking after you eat - NOT a problem at all! ANYTHING ELSE: Not Enough Water: I need to drink about 80 oz Water. I am also learning that you must eat slow, it prevents PBing. Sometimes I forget, especially when I am eating chicken, it must be eaten slowly or it will get stuck or make you choke. I have to put down the fork and chew slowly before I can put more in my mouth, it does the trick.

I was banded 3 weeks ago....I am finally back on my stomach. Your body will adjust trust me. When you know you might damage the surgical area, you won't even want to sleep on your stomach. LOL

I was banded on April 14th, 2009, only 2 days ago. I too am experiencing pain in my shoulder (left) and very gassy. I am only on clear liquids for a week, water, broth and jello, so far I can tolerate most liquids, jello made me a little queezy. Any advice for the gas and pain? My doctor prescribed lquid Tylenol with Codeine but it makes me too sleepy?

I am scheduled for surgery in 2 days (April 14, 2009) and I am glad I read your post. I too have issues with my blood sugar levels, the doctors consider me pre-diabetic. While on the pre-op diet using Optifast liquid shakes I have lost 20lbs. and my sugar levels are significantly lower. I am hoping this surgery will correct my weight for life as well as my blood sugar level. Thanks 4 sharing.