JBGMoore

Thank you so much for your replies. I have decided to go w/ a personal trainer and nutritionist for now. I'm not in love with the processed food idea. Thanks again!!!

Hi. I was on mine when I had my surgery done. They let me wear my cotton panties and a pad. They said that was fine. Don't worry it should be ok. :confused:

Yes, it is about eating right, but programs like WW and JC help you learn how to eat right, support you when you need it and motivate you. You can't always get that kind of support from a book. These programs are another "tool", just like the band is, to help you with your lifestyle change.That is why many people join WW and JC after getting their band.

Has any one done or currently doing Jenny Craig? I was thinking about joining for the Portion Control alone.I went in for a consult and they are set up to work with people that have had WLS. Please LMK if this has helped any of you. Thanks!!!

I'm in!!

Ok Thursday I walked 2 miles. Friday I did an hr of Water arobics, and 2.5 miles. I'm feeling good!!!

THANKS so much!

I have been banded since April and had my first fill 2 weeks ago. I have no idea what to be eating. My Dr said he'd go over how many calories I should be getting and what I should be eating but he never did. I am winging it and I dont think I am doing very well. If any one could LMK meal plans that work would be great. Like Breakfast, lunch and dinner... how much protien, veggies, carbs... anything would help me!!!!

Ok I walked a little over 2 miles today and did an hr Water arobics class. I feel great!!!!

I would love to do this too. I start my Water arobics tomorrow but that is only 2x a week and I need more then that. So I will challenge myself to walking 2+ miles a day and strength training for at least 15 min a day.:tongue2:

I really do not see why you wouldn't be able to participate. If it's because the band helps you not eat as much then everyone taking diet pills, doing JCraig and WW shouldnot be able to do it either. They don't understand that we HAVE to stick to a eating plan and exercise. We still have to do the work. We have to make the right decisions. We have a

"tool" not a magic wand and IMHO I think it's unfair not to let you join. Had to get that off my chest!!! LOL

I think you should join it and KICK EVERYONES ASS!!!

I dont understand why anyone would want to do that. I can's see how some people think it's OK to even try something like that. You think you have heard it all and then you see this. WOW.

I'm in put me down for 20 lbs!

You look great!

Thank you so much for the post. I feel a lot better about everything that is going on with my weight right now. I'm on mushies and have gained 4 lbs back.

I was told that I was a "ticking time bomb". My health was going down hill. I had type 2 diab, thyroid problems,and high cholest. I was told if I ever wanted to have children I needed to lose weight. For me it was the best choice for me. I am off my diabetic meds and have more energy then ever. I am almost 2 weeks post op and have lost over 25 lbs. It's awesome.

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Hi. 27 here I was banded 4/14/10. I have lost 25 lbs so far. Have had very little pain. I havent even touched the pain meds they gave me. Been walking 2 miles a day just to get things going. Ready to walk more but Dr said to go slow...I am so happy with the band!:thumbup:

I am also going to join WW online as soon as I can get off the liquid diet.:thumbup:

From Austin TX.. banded 4/14/10 by Dr. Ganta.

Tomorrow is the day! I am so excited and scared at the same time. I know in my heart everything will be OK but there are all these crazy thoughts about "what if" in surgery...Anyone else feel that way?:cool:

Well I wish you luck... just stay strong and U can do it. Have a GREAT Easter!

Thats awesome! My date is the 14th also. I am on day 4 of my pre op but I kinda started "testing" it last monday. My hunger is finally under control but I still have "cravings". Wont give in to them though and mu husband is here to makre sure of that!