I know we have mostly found out by now that the road to Lap Band Success is paved with confusion, elation, depression, and unrealistic realities all around us.

I have found a slight indifference to the facts that I now know....

1.) The lap band is only a "TOOL"

2.) The lap band must be used in accordance to wise rules taught to us by our nutritionists and surgeons.

3.) The lap band comes with many possible pitfalls, dangers, and constant worry about "what if's".

4.) The lap band brings "HOPE"

5.) The lap band requires EXERCISE in order to work together with the weight loss to tone the body and skin.

6.) The lap band is slow - but it can be sure if we follow the rules.

7.) The lap band is a wonderful way to understand the depth of human suffering that we all share as members of the Overweight Human Being Club.

8.) The lap band site - has been a lifesaver and calming force over this past few months of my lap band journey - without it I would probably be crazed by now.

What are your resolutions.....toward your lap band.

Mine is simply -

Remember to eat slow, chew well, take small bites and prepare healthy meals.

then........ EXERCISE>>>>>>>>> There is no alternative for me.

Happy New Years Everyone - Take care and I wish you all much success and the knowledge that we all care about each other on this journey that we share.

God Bless -

Nancy

My New Year's Resolution is to exercise, exercise, exercise. I keep saying I'm going to do it, and then I don't. I always seem to have an excuse. I've been lucky with consistent weight loss so far, but I'm a full 2 sizes bigger than I used to be at this weight. I'm sure part of that is because I've had kids but it's mostly because I'm not toned.

I have to stick to walking on the treadmill right now because of my back, but I have a great workout CD (compliments of Kare) and my goal is to hit the treadmill 4 days a week for 30 minutes. I want to be realistic and consistent.

Good luck to you with your New Year's resolutions Nancy! Happy New Year!

I need to start running again. I felt fab when I was running 3 or 4 times a week. Everything just falls into place when my exercise is good. I crave all the right foods, drink more than enough Water. Everything just *works* when I exercise. It is key for me.

I would like to get the last 8kg (17.6lbs) off before the middle of this year too.. I know I can do it!