So on April 16th was my 2 year anniversary with the Lap Band. I lost a total of 100 pounds. Felt awesome, but did nothing. It just fell off. Then had a major life move and stopped doing all I used to and slowly gained weight back. Found out I had a slip and had that corrected. Still gaining. I've gained a total of 36 pounds back. Depressed, hated my self and the band. The Band was a waste of money... blah blah blah......

Went to my doctor to whine and complain what a waste of money it was. Well he spent over an hour with me and we talked. I finally realized 3 things.

I DIDN'T EAT THE CORRECT FOODS.

I DIDN'T DO ANY EXERCISE TO HELP ME.

I AM RESPONSIBLE FOR MY SUCCESS OR FAILURE.

The doctor gave me a small fill to bring me up to 7.5 and I changed my attitude. Week later following a 1000 calorie diet, drinking my protien shakes, NOT drinking while I eat and only eating about 1 to 1 1/2 cups of food, I've lost 9 pounds. Funny thing is, I am NOT hungry!!!!!!!!!

I feel different. Not bloated, more energy. Funny when you do the right things, good things happen.

Exercise? Well, still working on that. Walking a bit and doing some small weights but it's more than I used to.

So the moral of my story, when you start blaming the band look hard at yourself and say; "Am I doing everything I am required to do?"

Dr Myers in Greenville, PA is an outstanding Doctor that took the time to help me understand that my weight loss and future is in my hands. That small piece of plastic is not in charge, I AM!!!~!

Glad to see that you have worked this out. It would be wonderful if we could do nothing and for the band to work like magic but unfortunately that does not happen. But if we recognise it as a very powerful weapon that will help us in our fight to win the weight loss war then it is invaluable.

Wonderful post and I'm sure it will help a lot of people. Congratulations on taking your life back!!!!

Thanks for sharing your story! I too had struggled and am doing much better now. For me the key is the protein shakes. We camn all do this by supporting each other!

johnphx ..thank you for sharing your story..I am 9 months with the band and sometimes I get so discouraged and then I do the wrong things and stop exercising and then stand on the scale - woo hoo..didn't loose a pound - what happened? Well, I happened...You are so blessed to have a doctor that is understanding and spent the time to counsel you. Mine just fusses. He is a great surgeon but his bedside manor was checked at the door. You should be very proud of yourself and I hope you are still having success..hang in there and I look forward to following your progress...Go get 'em John !!!

Melinda in Florida

John you can do it, keep encourageing yourself you are your best cheerleader, I'm so proud of you keep up the Great work. Can't wait for your update repost.

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Did you have a new band put in or what do they do if it slips? I lost over 100lbs then when i got pregnant I gained it all back plus some 1 yr after having my daughter still hadnt lost so went to dr and he said i formed a pouch so had surgery last week to place a new band and now im scared iwont lose the weight i did before ...does anyone know if having a new one put in is kinda like starting over im so discouoraged that i wont really lose

I DIDN'T EAT THE CORRECT FOODS.

I DIDN'T DO ANY EXERCISE TO HELP ME.

I AM RESPONSIBLE FOR MY SUCCESS OR FAILURE.

So the moral of my story, when you start blaming the band look hard at yourself and say; "Am I doing everything I am required to do?"

EXCELLENT POST. I just restarted my journey after realizing the same thing!!

Did you have a new band put in or what do they do if it slips? I lost over 100lbs then when i got pregnant I gained it all back plus some 1 yr after having my daughter still hadnt lost so went to dr and he said i formed a pouch so had surgery last week to place a new band and now im scared iwont lose the weight i did before ...does anyone know if having a new one put in is kinda like starting over im so discouoraged that i wont really lose

i was one year out when I had my slip. My doctor said they would either just fix the slip or if the band has deterioration at all they would just replace it. Took a few months to get back on track...YOU CAN DO IT.

Thank you all for your kind and encouraging words... it's good to know that I'm not alone in our road to success.

i was one year out when I had my slip. My doctor said they would either just fix the slip or if the band has deterioration at all they would just replace it. Took a few months to get back on track...YOU CAN DO IT.

Thank You Im trying...I really want to get healthy so I can enjoy playing with my daughter and have the energy I had after I lost the weight the last time

Way to go , you're awesome ! Great attitude ! I find weights and treadmills boring so i wont stick to them , but i love my water fitness classes and outdoor walking so i'll do them 3-4 times a week. Hope you find and exercise that you'll enjoy and stick to. Good luck !!