Hello. I was banded on 3/3/11 and down 20 lbs. I am somewhat disappointed because I hear alot of bandsters that lose that in 1 month. I am struggling and I feel very over whelmed, at times I feel that it was pointless having my band put in. I know I have to do my part (exercise and eat healthy). The exercise part is what's difficult. I have no energy at all, no matter what time of the day it is. Is anyone going through the same problems as I am? Please let me know.

You are a AWESOME PERSON !!!

That is all . xo

Thank you.

LOL! I liked the drive-by compliment!

I'd call your doctor and see if they can test your Iron. If you're always exhausted it might be anemia. Could also be Vitamin D deficiency...

I was feeling discouraged too. I've only lost 12 pounds since my surgery 6 weeks ago. I won't get my first fill for another 2 weeks. I started pleasurable walking. I am gradually working up to other exercise. But for now, find some activity you really like. Walk the dog, go play mini golf, go for a walk on a beach, play air hockey...there are lots of fun things that don't feel like exercise, but they really are. Good luck.

Hi, Adriana. I was banded on 10/22/2010. I am down approx. 60 lbs. There are some people who were banded before me who have lost less and there are some who have lost more. I know it is hard, but do not compare your weight loss to others. Eventually, we all get to our goals as long as we use the band as a tool and not rely on the food restriction to do all the work. In the month of February, I had zero weight loss. From that point, I joined the gym. I work out at least 5 days a week for at least 30 minutes a day. If I am pressed for time, then I will only work out for 20 minutes, but I will try to keep my heart rate increased to get the most bang for my buck. I use the sauna to help get rid of excess Water and toxins. Now, I know this may sound absolutely insane and I would not have believed it before February, but the more you work out, the more energy you will get. If you do not have energy now, start off with a slow walk and the energy will follow. Now you may say that you do not have the time to go to the gym that often. I am a full-time paralegal at a large law firm. I attend law school part time, three days a week in the evenings. I am a wife and mother of an 11-year-old daughter who plays basketball, piano lessons, swimming, etc. I was determined to carve time out for me! I did not go through the whole procedure of getting the band to fail. I am determined to succeed. Once you set your determination at a "nothing will stop me" pace, you will see better results. The physical part is only half the battle. The rest is mental, within our own minds. I hope this helps!

Hello. I was banded on 3/3/11 and down 20 lbs. I am somewhat disappointed because I hear alot of bandsters that lose that in 1 month. I am struggling and I feel very over whelmed, at times I feel that it was pointless having my band put in. I know I have to do my part (exercise and eat healthy). The exercise part is what's difficult. I have no energy at all, no matter what time of the day it is. Is anyone going through the same problems as I am? Please let me know.

Maybe it shouldn't be a contest with OTHERS. You're not losing weight for others, right?

Right?

Keep up the good work!!!

You are such an encouragement!

I am mommy to a 16-month old, wife and senior professional and was banded almost a week ago. Sometimes I cannot for the life of me, find time to do anything good for myself. But to your point, I did not go through all the hoops of banding and all the pain, hunger and discomfort for it to fail. So I will work to make it work and succeed. In the midst of doing everything for everyone else, we tend to lose us.

GOOD LUCK!

R.

Hi, Adriana. I was banded on 10/22/2010. I am down approx. 60 lbs. There are some people who were banded before me who have lost less and there are some who have lost more. I know it is hard, but do not compare your weight loss to others. Eventually, we all get to our goals as long as we use the band as a tool and not rely on the food restriction to do all the work. In the month of February, I had zero weight loss. From that point, I joined the gym. I work out at least 5 days a week for at least 30 minutes a day. If I am pressed for time, then I will only work out for 20 minutes, but I will try to keep my heart rate increased to get the most bang for my buck. I use the sauna to help get rid of excess Water and toxins. Now, I know this may sound absolutely insane and I would not have believed it before February, but the more you work out, the more energy you will get. If you do not have energy now, start off with a slow walk and the energy will follow. Now you may say that you do not have the time to go to the gym that often. I am a full-time paralegal at a large law firm. I attend law school part time, three days a week in the evenings. I am a wife and mother of an 11-year-old daughter who plays basketball, piano lessons, swimming, etc. I was determined to carve time out for me! I did not go through the whole procedure of getting the band to fail. I am determined to succeed. Once you set your determination at a "nothing will stop me" pace, you will see better results. The physical part is only half the battle. The rest is mental, within our own minds. I hope this helps!