I was banded on friday January 7th, 2011 in a small town in Central California. I'm 41-years old married with a wonderful wife and two daughters, whom I love more than life itself. Yet afraid and unsure, I knew this life-band was my very last hope. My current stats to-date are putting hopeful thoughts back into my life, I'm actually starting to smile once again. Pre-op 282lbs 11 days post-op 251lbs down 30lbs.

These first 11 days have been interesting to say the least. One interesting fact that I wasn't prepared for was the continuing shoulder pain I experience after doing my daily treadmill workout. I'm aware of the pain related to the Anastasia relating to the surgery that can last a couple of days. This is different, it's painful and I really hope it's not something that hangs around for to long. Honestly, if I had to live with this pain in order to continue using the band, no question! absolutely I would!

My appetite has diminished beyond my expectations, and for that I'm grateful. I'm already introducing tiny pieces of white chicken as I feel my body really needs the nutrients. Religiously I'm consuming 3-4 large Protein drinks throughout the day. I have also started two sessions of treadmill per day, burning roughly 300-400 calories per session. I feel like nothing can stop me now! I'm ready for this life changing experience. It's time to hold on really tight.

God bless all strugglers!

I love you all!

C.J.

P.S. Looking forward to loving mirrors again, soon real soon!

C.J., you are doing an amazing job. Congratulations! I am being banded Friday, but I can tell you from my past surgical experiences that the shoulder pain (which can be VERY, VERY painful) is indeed from your surgery and will pass. I had a c-section earlier in the year and the weird shoulder pain I experienced afterward shocked me, as it was so much more painful than any other aspect of my surgery...and I was in A LOT of pain. The best thing you can do is keep moving. It will clear up within a few weeks; some people experience it a bit longer than others. Your story is just what I needed to hear right now. So happy for you, and keep up the amazing work.

I was banded on friday January 7th, 2011 in a small town in Central California. I'm 41-years old married with a wonderful wife and two daughters, whom I love more than life itself. Yet afraid and unsure, I knew this life-band was my very last hope. My current stats to-date are putting hopeful thoughts back into my life, I'm actually starting to smile once again. Pre-op 282lbs 11 days post-op 251lbs down 30lbs.

These first 11 days have been interesting to say the least. One interesting fact that I wasn't prepared for was the continuing shoulder pain I experience after doing my daily treadmill workout. I'm aware of the pain related to the Anastasia relating to the surgery that can last a couple of days. This is different, it's painful and I really hope it's not something that hangs around for to long. Honestly, if I had to live with this pain in order to continue using the band, no question! absolutely I would!

My appetite has diminished beyond my expectations, and for that I'm grateful. I'm already introducing tiny pieces of white chicken as I feel my body really needs the nutrients. Religiously I'm consuming 3-4 large Protein drinks throughout the day. I have also started two sessions of treadmill per day, burning roughly 300-400 calories per session. I feel like nothing can stop me now! I'm ready for this life changing experience. It's time to hold on really tight.

God bless all strugglers!

I love you all!

C.J.

P.S. Looking forward to loving mirrors again, soon real soon!

Hey C.J. Congratulations on the weight loss - what a great thing! The shoulder pain is most likely gas from your stomach being blown up during surgery to allow the surgeon to work. I had in for a little while but it did go away. I suggest the Gas X strips. They helped a lot. And obviously staying active will help to push some of that gas out... lol. Good luck on your journey - you're off to a great start!

Thank you soooo very much everyone,

I feel better day by day, as we all know nothing feels worse than looking in the mirror and not recognizing yourself. I have a 7 and an 18 year old daughter, whom both have been my biggest supporters. I just want to say I love them both so very much!

Today I was able to bend over and tie my shoes before going to the gym!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Can we say "YES"!!......( ; o)~.........

God bless all strugglers!!!!!!

C.J.

Thank you, Swan56 and Suzanne!

Your both amazing!

C.J.

Thank you, Swan56

Keep up the great work girl, it's just a matter of time before you won't even recognize your own self.

Life is like a box of chocolates, it makes you "FAT"!!!!!!!

I have been using a small, small bowl to put my cottage cheese and mashed potatoes in. Big bowls are for mixing food in, not for eating a snack in.

I'm just saying, you know what I'm saying!

Love to all strugglers!!!!!!

C.J.

I was banded on friday January 7th, 2011 in a small town in Central California. I'm 41-years old married with a wonderful wife and two daughters, whom I love more than life itself. Yet afraid and unsure, I knew this life-band was my very last hope. My current stats to-date are putting hopeful thoughts back into my life, I'm actually starting to smile once again. Pre-op 282lbs 11 days post-op 251lbs down 30lbs.

These first 11 days have been interesting to say the least. One interesting fact that I wasn't prepared for was the continuing shoulder pain I experience after doing my daily treadmill workout. I'm aware of the pain related to the Anastasia relating to the surgery that can last a couple of days. This is different, it's painful and I really hope it's not something that hangs around for to long. Honestly, if I had to live with this pain in order to continue using the band, no question! absolutely I would!

My appetite has diminished beyond my expectations, and for that I'm grateful. I'm already introducing tiny pieces of white chicken as I feel my body really needs the nutrients. Religiously I'm consuming 3-4 large Protein drinks throughout the day. I have also started two sessions of treadmill per day, burning roughly 300-400 calories per session. I feel like nothing can stop me now! I'm ready for this life changing experience. It's time to hold on really tight.

God bless all strugglers!

I love you all!

C.J.

P.S. Looking forward to loving mirrors again, soon real soon!

Can you please tell me how soon after surgery you started doing the treadmill sessions and how long each session is?

Thanks, DC

Can you please tell me how soon after surgery you started doing the treadmill sessions and how long each session is?

Thanks, DC

CJ, you're doing great, and you're well on your way. Excellent!

Nothing feels as good as seeing the weight go away. I'm only a month or so ahead of you, but I can totally relate to how you feel. Be aware that as you add in solid foods your weight loss will slow down, and then it becomes a balance of nutrition in vs. calories out. You'll be more involved in the process at that point.

Keep up the good work, and stay in touch. There aren't enough guys on this forum. We need to stick together.

Dave

What an inspiring story! So glad you are doing well. I imagine the pain will subside. It's a good thing you are working out too cause such rapid weight lose will end up with saggy skin but if you are exercising then you will more and likely adjust easier. I wish you the best and keep up the great work!

Tanya

(waiting on approval from insurance)

www.tanyasweightisover.blogspot.com

Thanks for your post.Congrats and keep up the work.

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Can you please tell me how soon after surgery you started doing the treadmill sessions and how long each session is?

Thanks, DC

I started on the six day post-op. I just walked slowly for about 15 minutes. Today 12-13 days post-op I did 40 minutes on the treadmill at incline of 7.0 to 8.5 with my speed at 2.5-3.5 miles per hour. I burned up 345 calories.

I like it, I love it, I want some-more of it!

C.J.

CJ, you're doing great, and you're well on your way. Excellent!

Nothing feels as good as seeing the weight go away. I'm only a month or so ahead of you, but I can totally relate to how you feel. Be aware that as you add in solid foods your weight loss will slow down, and then it becomes a balance of nutrition in vs. calories out. You'll be more involved in the process at that point.

Keep up the good work, and stay in touch. There aren't enough guys on this forum. We need to stick together.

Dave

Peace Dave,

Thanks man, I most surely will!

C.J.

Can you please tell me how soon after surgery you started doing the treadmill sessions and how long each session is?

Thanks, DC

I started on the treadmill about a week post-op. I walked at a slower speed (1.6) the first day at a 3 incline for 30 minutes. Each day I would add a little speed. I'm now walking anywhere from 1-2.5 miles a day fairly quickly (atleast 2.8 speed - 3 weeks post op ). But please talk to your doctor about exercise. We are all on different levels and each doctor has different preferences. Mine told me I could do anything after surgery that "didn't hurt." I was pretty active before surgery (a healthy fat girl). Not everyone is and needs to work up to a level that is safe and effective for them. There are different levels (heart rate) that go by age. There are aerobic levels, cardio levels, weight loss levels... you should be able to find this online or your gym will have it. Keep in mind that it is a good idea to stay in the level that will benefit you. Good luck!

Congratulations!! 30 lbs is a lot!!