I'm so happy, 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.

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!)

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

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

That is fantastic..kleptomaniac it up

Congratulations!! You look great

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

Thanks for the kind words Everyone

Thanks for the kind words Everyone

What has been your daily/ weekly routine?

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.

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.