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Hey guys i am so excited, i just completed my 1st 5k race!!! It was a obesity and fitness walk/run that was sponserd my my hospital ans my bariatric clinic. It was a great turnout. I walked my 5k in 1hr and even managed to burn over 500 calories!!! Gosh that felt so good. Maybe the next time i will be able to run the 3miles, we'll see. I will post Pictures to my profile. I hope everyone is well!!!!!

Well, i got my Firm express dvd's last week and they are great but kicking my butt!!!!!! I really like that they are only 20 min workouts and once you get started they keep you motivated and before you know it i was done with my workout!!!! If anyone has the dvd's please let me know what you think, or if we can create a challenge for ourselves!!! As you my know i am only 9 lbs away from my dr's goal, and these are the hardest lbs to get off. So if there is any one who is doing any excercise challenges please let me know also. Let me know!

No, i was scared to try them. Lol

Hey Khloe and Msdeevee, i know you guys can do it, you are right follow the rules, excersice, and keep a great relationship with your surgeon. I lose very slow (what i think is slow) but my Dr. is very satisfied. There were months were i would only lose 1 or two pounds! I think great support is the key also, kinda keeps us accountable. Given the fact that we were all banded in August we are like our own little support group. Khloe yes you are right, just start over, and start with a fill if you are able to eat lagre portions and are not satisfied. If anyone needs to talk for support and/or motivation please just inbox me and i will be glad to chat!!! We will all get there together, 1lb at a time!!!!

I have the buddybugg V3 (the other version with the display watch) I love it, i can just look down at my arm ah see all of my results instantly without having to loggin to anything!!! I was watching on youtube yesterday and i seen a few videos of people complaining about syncing the buddybugg system to their phones. Got to youtube and type in buddybugg and see what you come up with!! I wear mine everyday! It really keeps me ontrack!!!

Well, i got my Firm express dvd's last week and they are great but kicking my butt!!!!!! I really like that they are only 20 min workouts and once you get started they keep you motivated and before you know it i was done with my workout!!!! If anyone has the dvd's please let me know what you think, or if we can create a challenge for ourselves!!! As you my know i am only 9 lbs away from my dr's goal, and these are the hardest lbs to get off. So if there is any one who is doing any excercise challenges please let me know also. Let me know!

Hello all of my fellow August Rushers!!! I am so wishing i was able to attend the WLSFA (Weight Loss Surgery Foundation of America)'s Meet and Greet in Las Vegas this weekend. I think we (the August Rushers) should try to get together and attend next year!!!! If you would like you can join in on the fun via the internet by going to: http://www.justin.tv/wlsfa Other than that i am doing well, i got my Firm express dvd's last week and they are great but kicking my butt!!!!!! I really like that they are only 20 min workouts and once you get started they keep you motivated and before you know it i was done with my workout!!!! If anyone has the dvd's please let me know what you think, or if we can create a challenge for ourselves!!! As you my know i am only 9 lbs away from my dr's goal, and these are the hardest lbs to get off. So if there is any one who is doing any excercise challenges please let me know also. Let me know! Have a great week, everyone!

Yes msdeeve that is the conclusion i came to last night!!!! But how have you been?

Hey, guys just an update! First i want to say happy mothers day to all the banded mothers out there. Well guys I had my very first "stuck" episode tonight! I gagged alot until it went down but damn, that was a horrible feeling. All before my 9mos surgiverary. I just got a fill last week, so i think i am at 7.5cc's. My doc said that i only need to lose 10 more lbs and i will be at goal (my drs goal) so on monday i will be starting the firm express thin in 30. Its kinda like p90x but for women. Wish me luck!

I agree with you on that! I am 8 almost 9mos post op and i am averaging 1-2 lbs per week! after the first few mos of being banded weightloss really tends to slow down. And that is perfectly normal.

I thought the Ladies would appreciate this information!!! Menstrual Cycle and Weight Article By: The Weight Watchers Research Department While there may be minor changes in metabolism, food intake and cravings throughout the menstrual cycle in addition to possible Water retention, these will not impact weight-loss success. Food cravings, overeating and weight gain are commonly reported during the one to two weeks before menstruation occurs. But what is the science to support these symptoms, and what is their impact on weight-loss success? Food Intake and Metabolism While overeating is the popular perception, research has shown that there are only minor changes in actual food intake throughout the menstrual cycle. Most studies suggest an increase in eating of around 100 to 200 calories in the days before bleeding occurs,1,2 but this appears to be offset by the small rise in metabolism (around 5 to 10 percent)3 that occurs during the same time period. In other words, the body tends to adjust the calories in/calories out on its own. Therefore, in a weight-stable state, no changes in weight will occur. However, if actively losing weight by following a restricted-calorie food plan, the likely result would be a slight (but hardly noticeable) increase in weight loss due to the increased metabolism without the usual increase in calories. Alternatively, the result instead could be a slightly greater difficulty in following the food plan because of increased hunger during that period. Food Cravings Although food cravings are commonly reported during certain times of the menstrual cycle, the scientific evidence on the subjects is limited. Some smaller studies suggest a link, particularly a craving for high carbohydrate sweets.4,5 These studies also show that cravings tend to occur more often in women with <A href="/health/sciencecenter/Glossary.aspx#premenstural">premenstural syndrome (PMS) and that the cravings increase as symptoms worsen.6 While more research is needed to understand food cravings, the good news is that they do not appear to translate into large increases in calorie intake and subsequent weight gain. Water Retention The most likely reason for a weight gain is water retention. While this is a common symptom that can be particularly discouraging when following a structured food plan,7 the weight gain is usually minor and temporary (that is, any weight that is gained is lost around the time of menstruation). Furthermore, water retention can be lessened during this time period by making small dietary changes, like reducing sodium and increasing fluids. Bottom Line: Major fluctuations in eating and weight during certain periods of the menstrual cycle are a common perception, but studies done in the area find that the changes are minor, temporary and will not impact weight-loss success. This content is reviewed regularly. Last updated September 24, 2009.

OMG!!!! I remember you!!! Congratulations on both the baby and the Weight!!!!! I am so glad to here that everything went well!!!!

Hey Bonnie, I agree with you 100%!!! I am happy for you, keep up the good work!!!