On other boards that shall remain nameless, there is a recurring debate about how much bandsters should be eating at a sitting or in a day. Since it's a subject of much interest to newbies I thought I'd start it up here (where it's likely to get less, ahem, spirited).

How much is "enough"? The answer to that question is that enough is indeed probably less than we think. It's certainly less than we're used to. And it's probably one bite less than what makes us feel full even now. But it's NOT the same for every person, and changes for each person over time.

No one person can declare that this amount or that amount is the "right" amount for all bandsters to be eating. Obviously the right amount is less than before, and less than what would create discomfort. But if that's a quarter-cup or 1 1/2 cups will depend on too many variables to predict.

So that's the answer. I feel better now.

Penni- That is amazing you get under a 1000 calories with no fills. I thought I was doing good. WOW. How much do you excersise? I do Water aerobics twice a week, some short dogs walks and try to burn calories with my housekeeping work. Good job.

Lisa- Your input is ALWAYS welcome. Hope you are good.

Teresa

Dr. Lopez

5/8/04

362/326.5/?

-35.5 lbs

Teresa: I do 50 min walks in the morning around our neighborhood park. I am not as diligent as I should be with that but I try to do that every day. If not 50 then at least 30 min every day. I also do some work on my upper arms and abs. UGH!! Hate that part.

Dang! You are diligent! How is it going with Pam? She said she is still working out with you. Isn't she sweet. I think she definitely needs a fill though. When we were in the hospital together I would waddle down to her room just to see how she was doing and who was recovering faster. LOL. I am glad we still keep in touch. Seriously though Penni, GOOD JOB! I lost 3.5 lbs this last week and a total of 35.5 now. I was pretty happy. This saturday will be 8 weeks. I am hoping I just keep going down and would happily skip the fill fiasco. Have you mentioned the idea of the weekend trip to Pam? It would be fun to have her. Thanks again for all of your input, Teresa

Teresa: Pam has been sick the last couple of days and we have not been walking. I have been using my treadmill this past week. I will mention the weekend trip to her the next time I see her or email her. We could drive together actually. Good Idea!!

She and I discussed the "fill" question. I am still losing and still feel restriction so I don't think I am gonna get a fill anytime soon, of course that can change though. She is contemplating a fill the last time we talked.

I go see Dr. Billy next Friday the 9th and I will talk to him about that while I am there. If he thinks I need one then maybe I will come away with a fill. I don't wanna get one unless I need it.

VEGAS here we come

I have a new (used less than 20 times) recumbant stationary bike going cheap if anyone drives to Vegas. I wasn't thinking of my lower back surgery when I bought the recumbant style last Christmas. It's not the machine for me. It's kinda cool looking and can hold at least 2 loads of laundry both on the seat and hung off the bars. I'd like a Total Gym if anyone has one for trade.

I have a total gym I would be willing to trade you.

No way Penni... liar liar liar! Do you really? Is it a fairly recent model? If it's in good shape, you're on! My recumbant has the computer and I think even the hand thingys that monitor your pulse. It's completely adjustable so your legs can be close or far away. How fun is this?

No way Penni... liar liar liar! Do you really? Is it a fairly recent model? If it's in good shape, you're on!

Lisa: I just bought it second hand from a close friend of mine and she used it minimally. I have not even set it up yet. I have all the attachments she gave me. I am not sure how old it is. She demonstrated it when I was buying it and it worked like a charm. The seat looks like it is brand new. IT is just dusty and needs a good cleaning. IT was setting in her garage cause that is where she did her exercise routine. It has a video and a booklet with it that describes the exercises. I can bring it with me in October or whatever.

WHOO HOO!! This is so cool!!!

Bring it on, Penni, bring it on! Can't wait. My sister has a total gym and told me it would be much better for me considering my back surgery. I've been trying to go to bed for an hour cuz Chris is going to wake me up to leave for camping in the middle of the night (uh, you think he's excited) but I'm gonna miss this place! See you in a few days, and have a Happy 4th!

what board are all of you talking about???is there a place that people are nasty??? I would really like to avoid it.

Blessings,

Marcia

what other board are you all talking about that is so negative

Marcia: The other board we are referring to is not even worth our time. It was a Yahoo board.

okay...thanks...I frequent obesity.com lapband board so I was hoping it wasn't that one, cause the people there are great....like here....