50lbs...4.5 months

[suzy wong 3]

How did you do it .. You luck great I'm banded since December but at a total stand still only down 19 lb

[♕ajtexas♕ 3,771]

1. I workout...start with smaller attainable goals.

I started out by walking for 30 minutes 4 days a week. Then started a workout program with my xbox kinect (EA Sports Active 2)' date=' still four days a week with some alternating walking. Once I was cleared for abdominal exercises I decided to do a one month program five days a week with the UFC Fitness Trainer game, (I lost 2.75 inches in my waist during that 30 days ) NOW I am addicted and workout 6-7 days. I do insanity 4 days and Couch 2 5K two of the other days and on Sundays I either rest or do something fun like Dance Central.

2. I count my calories with My Fitness Pal...goalseeker32 if you wanna add me

I didn't get a calorie goal from my dr or NUT so I go by what they tell me to eat to loose 2 lbs a week. Sometimes I am under that (especially now that I have gotten a fill) other days I eat all my exercise calories cause I'm hungry. I stick to the rules, Protein first, then veggies then carbs.

3. I only weigh once a week

I do not like the ups and downs that come with daily weigh ins. It discourages and frustrates me. I would rather see 2 lbs at the end of the week than .3 for 7 days.

4. I don't deprive myself of anything

I like homemade ranch dressing, and my Creamer in my coffee so I use it but I count it. I allow myself small tastes of sweets when they are around because this is a lifestyle change not a diet. The diet mentality got me to needing this surgery so I have to break that thinking.

5. I take measurements monthly so I can see more progress than just on the scale.

6. When I need smaller clothes, I find a good deal and buy them because it helps me to see my progress.[/quote']

You have a great plan here. Thanks for sharing this, it will help the newbies.

Congrarulations on your success, you look fabulous. (enjoy those boots!)

[ashchap13 23]

You look amazing! I hope I see similar results! Just banded today! Keep up the good work, you are an inspiration!!

[Bella9903 10]

1. I workout...start with smaller attainable goals.

I started out by walking for 30 minutes 4 days a week. Then started a workout program with my xbox kinect (EA Sports Active 2)' date=' still four days a week with some alternating walking. Once I was cleared for abdominal exercises I decided to do a one month program five days a week with the UFC Fitness Trainer game, (I lost 2.75 inches in my waist during that 30 days <img src='http://www.bariatricpal.com/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/smile.png' class='bbc_emoticon' alt='' />) NOW I am addicted and workout 6-7 days. I do insanity 4 days and Couch 2 5K two of the other days and on Sundays I either rest or do something fun like Dance Central.

2. I count my calories with My Fitness Pal...goalseeker32 if you wanna add me

I didn't get a calorie goal from my dr or NUT so I go by what they tell me to eat to loose 2 lbs a week. Sometimes I am under that (especially now that I have gotten a fill) other days I eat all my exercise calories cause I'm hungry. I stick to the rules, Protein first, then veggies then carbs.

3. I only weigh once a week

I do not like the ups and downs that come with daily weigh ins. It discourages and frustrates me. I would rather see 2 lbs at the end of the week than .3 for 7 days.

4. I don't deprive myself of anything

I like homemade ranch dressing, and my Creamer in my coffee so I use it but I count it. I allow myself small tastes of sweets when they are around because this is a lifestyle change not a diet. The diet mentality got me to needing this surgery so I have to break that thinking.

5. I take measurements monthly so I can see more progress than just on the scale.

6. When I need smaller clothes, I find a good deal and buy them because it helps me to see my progress.[/quote']

Such awesome tips.... Definitely pays to be active.... I can't wait till I'm able to get on it surgery is 10 days away.... I'm enjoying my gym time now while I can cause ill be done a couple weeks with only walking.... Keep up the great job

[fashionstylist 458]

That is fantastic..kleptomaniac it up

[babypuff 44]

Congratulations!! You look great

[TriciaLN 177]

You look great! Love the boots and stockings by the way!

[goalseeker 695]

Thanks for the kind words Everyone

[rockdutchess82 2]

Thanks for the kind words Everyone

What has been your daily/ weekly routine?

[goalseeker 695]

What has been your daily/ weekly routine?

1. I workout...start with smaller attainable goals.

I started out by walking for 30 minutes 4 days a week. Then started a workout program with my xbox kinect (EA Sports Active 2), still four days a week with some alternating walking. Once I was cleared for abdominal exercises I decided to do a one month program five days a week with the UFC Fitness Trainer game, (I lost 2.75 inches in my waist during that 30 days <img src='http://www.lapbandta...DIR#>/smile.png' class='bbc_emoticon' alt='' />) NOW I am addicted and workout 6-7 days. I do insanity 4 days and Couch 2 5K two of the other days and on Sundays I either rest or do something fun like Dance Central.

2. I count my calories with My Fitness Pal...goalseeker32 if you wanna add me

I didn't get a calorie goal from my dr or NUT so I go by what they tell me to eat to loose 2 lbs a week. Sometimes I am under that (especially now that I have gotten a fill) other days I eat all my exercise calories cause I'm hungry. I stick to the rules, Protein first, then veggies then carbs.

3. I only weigh once a week

I do not like the ups and downs that come with daily weigh ins. It discourages and frustrates me. I would rather see 2 lbs at the end of the week than .3 for 7 days.

4. I don't deprive myself of anything

I like homemade ranch dressing, and my creamer in my coffee so I use it but I count it. I allow myself small tastes of sweets when they are around because this is a lifestyle change not a diet. The diet mentality got me to needing this surgery so I have to break that thinking.

5. I take measurements monthly so I can see more progress than just on the scale.

6. When I need smaller clothes, I find a good deal and buy them because it helps me to see my progress.

[Boaz357 0]

I'm so happy' date=' I hit 50 pounds down this week and got my first fill. Thought I'd share. It's been hard work but so worth every calorie counted and burned.

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Congrats keep up the good work.