NimbleBean

Weighting... Glad you joined us. I have been stuck on a plateau for quite a while now and just can't seem to jump start it. I have plenty of restriction in the morning and at lunchtime, but dinner is better and then, oh those dreaded hours after dinner. I seem to always be hungry. Have been walking and gardening when the weather is cool enough, but when it's hot and I'm stuck inside, food seems to call out to me! LOL. And it's always chocolate or some higher calorie soft food. Need to quickly change that. Keep us posted on how you are doing with your Water intake and exercise. Cheers, Margaret (aka NimbleBean)

Thanks to MetalBand for getting us going in July! Now here we are, a few days into August and I thought I would start a new thread for our monthly Exercise & Water Challenge. I figure we can just keep adding to this thread for each month. For each month set your own goal, with a minimum of 30 minutes of exercise at least 20 days of the month. Also, don't forget to get in at least 64 oz. of water each and every day! I've already got three days of exercise and water under my belt. For me, it's been easier to get in the exercise than it has been to get in the water! Never thought that would be the case! I know there won't be tons of posts here, but it's great to see folks exercise tickers changing on the other threads! Good luck to all of us! Margaret

How's everyone doing with the challenge? I have finally been able to make progress on the exercise portion, but am still struggling a bit with 64 oz of Water a day. I never used to have trouble with that, but now, with no drinking with meals or for 45 minutes after meals, I find it more difficult to get all the water in! But, I'm making a concerted effort to get succeed at this! If only I could say the same for eating. I have not dropped a pound since my first fill and am so frustrated. I have been grazing in the evening because I never feel full. I know it's just a matter of another fill (or two, three, ....), so hopefully by the end of the month things will get better. Things have also been really stressful at work. That doesn't help with the food (I'm a stress eater!), but luckily it has helped with the exercise which has been a great stress releaser! In any case, I hope others are doing well on the challenge. I see some tickers changing quickly and others (like mine) more slowly! Let's all keep up the good work. We can meet this challenge! Margaret

I'm so bummed! It was in the 90s here today, 97 for Monday and Tuesday. I've never been able to tolerate the heat and so I certainly won't be getting my walking or biking in for the next few days. :flame: Guess I will have to go back to the Gazelle or, heaven help me, the dreaded sit-ups, lunges and squats! I can also do some weight training I guess. Just seems so much more pleasant to be outside. Ah well, enough whining. Better find those weights! LOL

Alex, Yippee and Congratulations! You are so supportive of all of us here that it's great to be able to offer our support back to you! Keep us posted! Cheers, Margaret

I did consider a chart of sorts, but at the moment, I can't even update our May Calendar as there is some sort of problem with posting the calendar grid! So, a created chart of some sort may not even work right now. I think that tracking individually is probably easiest. You might notice that I've added an Exercise Ticker to my signature. That's the way I plan to track my progress. Thanks so much for kick-starting us with the Challenge. I've done some walking, but needed some sort of motivation to do that and bicycling on a regular basis. Guilt at not seeing my little runner move will really be a help!

Laura, We are starting on July 1. Glad you're joining the Challenge! Margaret

I see the doc for a check up and my first fill (I'm a bit nervous!) tomorrow. I'm sure he's going to release me for more strenuous exercise, so I'm in for the July challenge! What's is everyone planning to include in their exercise regimen? I'm going to alternate walking and a Curves workout. In fact, I'm going out for a walk right now. Been doing about 20 minutes a day, but will work up to 30 minutes to be ready for July!

Bush, Cheney, Rice, Gonzalez, Oprah, Dr. Phil, Rosie, Oprah, Lohan, Spears, Oprah, Hilton (girls & parents), Isaiah Washington, Barbara Walters, Oprah, the Beckhams, the Cruises, Tyra Banks, and, oh did I mention holier than thou, aren't I wonderful Oprah!!! And thanks to Argon for shining a light on one of my pet peeves - spelling and usage mistakes! I know these are just message boards and we are quickly sending off messages, but come on! If the errors are simply typos, fine. But if folks really don't know the correct spelling and usage of a word, then I would like to add another to my 'what I've had enough of' list... US educational system! Jeez, felt good to let that go. So, thanks all. I will now take my banned self and see what their is to eat that will make me loose weight were I need to. I know, I know, you could all care less! LOL, Margaret

Has anyone had the problem of weakness in your legs if you have eaten too much? This has happened to me 3 times now. Legs feel shaky like they are not going to hold me up! Goes away really quickly, but it is odd. I see my doc on Monday (June 25) for a check up and fill, and will be sure to ask him, but thought this group might have some thoughts. Thanks. Margaret

It's great that the pix are working, but entering a calender grid (like we have in the May 2007 thread) still doesn't work.

Diana, How long have you been overweight? If you are like many of us here, it's been a lifelong struggle. I weighed 285 lbs when I began this journey and each day I lose a bit more. It has been the best thing I have ever done for myself! Like you, I was is pretty good health, but I knew that all the illnesses associated with obesity were in my future as the weight kept adding up. Because you are in relatively good health, you will bounce back from surgery just fine. And the mushy stage doesn't last too long. Then it's on to soft foods and then back to solids. It's really a short time of adjustment for the reward of the rest of your life without the extra weight. Remember the lapband is not a miracle cure, merely a powerful tool to help those who are motivated to change their life. You need to be ready - physically, emotionally and intellectually - for the changes that will occur. If you haven't yet attended a seminar, you will find it useful. You will hear the pros and cons of lapband and be able to make a more informed decision. You can also check with your insurance company to see if it's covered (more companies cover it than ever before!). I know that I made the right choice for my life, and thanks to the folks on this site who have given me support, advice and a kick in the butt when I've needed it, I am getting back to living my life instead of observing it! Only you know what is best for your life situation, and I wish you all the best no matter what you decide. Keep me posted. Margaret

Aubrie, I have thyroid problems too! I'm hypothyroid, but am on daily meds and it's under control. My metabolism may never be as quick as I like, but I don't mind if it takes me a bit longer to lose the weight. It's better than gaining it, which would have been the case if I hadn't gotten the Band! Keep all your goals and wishes in mind, and remember that a positive relationship with food will give you better overall health and improve so many aspects of your life! Best of luck to you. Margaret

Diana, I had my surgery on Tuesday, May 22 and went back to work the following Tuesday. By that point I wasn't really in pain, just discomfort. In retrospect, 2 more days would have been helpful if only to deal with the fatigue. When is your date? Best of luck, Margaret

Alex, I just tried to post an update to the calendar in the May 2007 thread. The way I've always done it is copy the previous one I've posted, paste it into this text box, make the changes and preview it. When I previewed it, the gridlines around the calendar pages were all gone and the names just appear in one long column. Margaret