My 7 month surgiversary is coming up on Sept. 7 but I wanted to give a quick update on my progress so far. I was stalled for a few weeks but have started losing again. Because I started back to work (I'm a teacher so I have 8 weeks off in the summer), my workouts have decreased but for some reason, I am losing weight!! I think it's because I'm back into my "work" routine. During summer break I tend to eat out more often with friends but during work there isn't enough time to eat out so I have been bringing left-overs, making my own lunch or eating a Lean Cuisine. I am down 59 pounds - yup, 1 pound away from 60. I am a little behind where I set my goal but I am ecstatic with my progress!!!! I do still workout 3-4 times per week, usually walking for 1 hour a couple times and then I do a Zumba class for 1 hour a couple times per week also.

I will do a 7 month update on Sept. 7 and hopefully I'll be at -60!

Take care,

Jenn

It's great you're doing so well

Have you had any fills in your band at all? Do you feel any restriction from the band? I know it's probably hard to tell what's the band and what's the Plication, but I'm curious as to what you're impressions on this aspect are.

Absolutely no fill in my band. I plan on never ever filling it. My restriction is much better with just the plication than it ever was with just the band. I would be afraid to get a fill because I think I would be too restricted!!

Gongratulation Jenn on your journey, job well done, and I want to wish you good luck in your first day of school,I'm a mother of 3 boys and have so much respect for all teachers,My kids, all teenagers,had the best teachers so far,I'm sure that you are one of those teachers.

Congrats!

Lena - aah thanks! We have been back for 2 weeks already!! I have a very nice class of 5th graders this year and I feel more energized than I have in a LONG time so I think it will be a great year!

Chow - thanks!!

Jenn -

Way to go! You continue to be an inspiration to me.

I hope you continue to let us know how you're doing. It means a lot.

Jenn - congrats! I am sure 25 or so 5th graders are benefiting from their newly energized teacher. Your surgery is making a difference in your own life and their lives. Nice to hear!

Thanks everyone!!

Way to go Jenn!