Today marks an exact month being banded for me. In total, I have lost about 25 lbs. Since eating normal foods again, my weight loss wasn't so drastic compared to when I only had clear broth and full liquids. I have been back at the gym since my two weeks post op check up with the doctor. I have been doing the elliptical for about 30-45 minutes every day or at least four-five times a week. I know this is only the beginning of my journey, but so far, it has been a fantastic one!

I am learning new things about my body as well as my band each day and I love the fact

that I am making a big effort to make better choices.

I have the REALIZE band and my first fill will be on June 13th. I cannot wait! However, the band seems to be working with my portion control already. I hardly eat more than a cup of food.

How is everyone doing with their bands??

Today marks an exact month being banded for me. In total, I have lost about 25 lbs. Since eating normal foods again, my weight loss wasn't so drastic compared to when I only had clear broth and full liquids. I have been back at the gym since my two weeks post op check up with the doctor. I have been doing the elliptical for about 30-45 minutes every day or at least four-five times a week. I know this is only the beginning of my journey, but so far, it has been a fantastic one!

I am learning new things about my body as well as my band each day and I love the fact

that I am making a big effort to make better choices.

I have the REALIZE band and my first fill will be on June 13th. I cannot wait! However, the band seems to be working with my portion control already. I hardly eat more than a cup of food.

How is everyone doing with their bands??

Hi Babs88,

This is the first time I've made a comment on the forum!

Congratulations on your journey. I got banded April 4th, I also have the Realize. I get my first fill on the 9th. I have been discouraged because the weight is not coming off. I know, I know....... My appetite is normal although sometimes I'm afraid to eat because I don't want to gain back any of the weight I lost initially. I actually can eat the same amount of food I did before the band, and a few times I did, but I generally don't. Since Jan. I have lost a total of 41 pounds with 120 to go. I'm glad that things are going well for you and I pray your continued success!!!

25 lbs in 1 month that is great!! i'm hoping to do that good. I will be getting my band June 9th and am sooo excited. keep up the good work and keep us updated on your progress.

MsLena, 41 lbs is great!!! Especially since April! Hmph...one question : How fast are you eating?

Do you wait in between bites? My doctor says I have to wait 10 minutes in between meals, but realistically, that's just insane... I tried that for two weeks and barely got three bites in. So I called again and he said I can wait 2 minutes or so in between if I chew thoroughly and have small bites.

It's so tempting to shove a whole bunch of food in my mouth because that's what I did prior to surgery, but i gotta stop myself.

Joleng ! I am so excited for you! Remember to log and take weekly photos of yourself!

That's what I have been doing and I am so glad I did.

Congrats everyone!

Today was my first fill... I was more nervous than I was at the surgery LOL How silly is that?

My one month will be this coming Sunday.

How was getting back to the gym? I just bought a year membership to 24hr fitness yesterday. I'm excited to get going.

MsLena, 41 lbs is great!!! Especially since April! Hmph...one question : How fast are you eating?

Do you wait in between bites? My doctor says I have to wait 10 minutes in between meals, but realistically, that's just insane... I tried that for two weeks and barely got three bites in. So I called again and he said I can wait 2 minutes or so in between if I chew thoroughly and have small bites.

It's so tempting to shove a whole bunch of food in my mouth because that's what I did prior to surgery, but i gotta stop myself.

41 lbs since January, not April. I never considered myself a fast eater, I am always the last one to finish. I was never told to wait any amount of time in between chewings, but I will consider that. I do thoroughly chew my food.

Thanks!