So I started this whole process august. My insurance company make me wait 4 months before I could even get the surgery. My starting weight was 275. When I went for surgery on February 20, I weighed 258. I'm down to 220. My last appointment. I lost 14 pounds. I currently have 4 ccs in my band. I work out five days a week. Sometimes with a personal trainer. I feel amazing. I still do not eat bread pasta rice and potatoes. I tried to allow myself to cheat meal every now and then as opposed to a whole cheat day so I don't derail myself. The only thing I love more than great food, is people telling me how good I look since I've lost so much weight. It is not easy. Don't ever let anyone make you feel like you took the easy road. In all actuality, I think this is harder than just diet and exercise, Mainly because there are consequences if you don't follow the diet. My first goal is 199. I haven't weighed 200 pounds since six grade. After that it's 175. I'm also building muscle. So my ultimate goal would be around 150-160. I'm 20 pounds from my milestone. Nothing can stop me. This by far was the best decision I've ever made in my life. I took some pictures on vacation last October. And then I took some yesterday wearing the same clothes. I'm so proud of myself. I've never been one to complete anything, but this I'm definitely going to see through.http://instagram.com/p/nbG_0mhNxf/

Edited May 11, 201412 yr by LyceeB

Congrats on all of your success! I was banded Feb.18th so we're about at the same place in our journey. It really does feel good to take charge of your life and your body doesn't it? keep up the great work!!

Oh! I have some progress pictures on my profile here but I have more on my blog too, if you wanna see.

Edited May 11, 201412 yr by BlissfullyBanded

Great update! I am so happy that you are getting healthy, and loving the journey.

Congrats on all of your success! I was banded Feb.18th so we're about at the same place in our journey. It really does feel good to take charge of your life and your body doesn't it? keep up the great work!!

Sam- we posted at the same time. I love reading your blog!!!! You are looking fabulous!

Oh boy has it been a journey! Lol the ups and down and frustration and successes. It's a roller coaster!

Congrats on all of your success! I was banded Feb.18th so we're about at the same place in our journey. It really does feel good to take charge of your life and your body doesn't it? keep up the great work!!

Sam- we posted at the same time. I love reading your blog!!!! You are looking fabulous!

Thanks Kristi!! I just caught up on your blog today and you are looking fantastic as well! Keep up the great work