So, I've officially been banded 4 weeks! I'm down 32 pounds and feeling great. I'm eating smaller portions, Protein first, then veggies, never room for starches. Lifting weights 4-5x a week, cardio 2-3x a week. I can't stress how happy I am about the decision I made. Not only with wls in general, but deciding on the band.

I have my first fill next wednesday, and I'm hoping if I can get close to my morning band, where I'm tight, but can still eat solid foods, I'd be in my green zone. I have trouble staying full for over an hour or two after lunch and dinner, but Breakfast keeps me full for 3-4 hours.

I got a little caught up in some emotions and my 3 week stall, but I looked in the mirror this morning, and I wasn't disgusted at what I saw. At 303 I felt like I was busting at the seams, like if I gained one more pound, I'd pop like a balloon. I couldnt even bend over to tie my shoes. I didn't have any co-morbities, but at 26, my life was miserable, and it took a toll on my relationship because I didn't understand how my fiance could even stand the sight of me, because I couldn't even look at myself in the mirror.

Now, pants and already starting to fall off and belts are getting moved more than one hole tighter. Workouts are getting easier, and taking the stairs is no big deal now, unless its the day after leg day .

Im SO happy I found this site. I've learned so much from other peoples experiences!

Edited June 5, 201412 yr by betty_s

Happy one month surgiversary! I've also lost 32lbs in my one month out! We can be weight loss twinsies. LOL!

Yay! So happy for you! You're fiance stuck around because he's a smart guy, you're a beautiful person inside and out!!! Great job!

thanks y'all!

Hey buddy!! I'm glad you're doing great. Weightloss has stalled for me a bit but it's ok. I don't get my 1st fill for another 2 weeks.

Your fiancé stuck around because he knows your value as a Human being and on top of that your gorgeous!!

I love your enthusiasm. It lifts me up! You look great!