I've seen examples of a few bandsters who turn to exercise and go crazy with it. Maybe it's replacing over eating with another crutch, and in this case it's exercise The Addiction Transfer thread ( http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f15/addiction-transfer-37273/ ) spurred this in my head.

So for those of you who are like the above, I'm wondering what your view toward it was before hand. Did you enjoy it? Did you hate it? When did you start working out more and more?

I guess I'm trying to see if there's a correlation between those who turn to exercise, and see if I may fall into that category down the road?

I would also love to see it BUT, I think there are sooo many LB'ers that DON'T exercise that it would probably be taken the wrong way. I think that some people will NEVER exercise. I don't know what the solution is, if there is one!! Gosh, I just wished that everyone could see the major impacts that it has on your life.

Yeah, ya'll are right. I wouldn't want to hurt anyone's feelings...that's not the point.

Im in love with the exercise for sure! Addicted.. lol I wish! I just can't see something that is so healthy for me being termed an 'addiction'. I totally agree that it lifts your mood as much as your butt lol. LOVE LOVE LOVE the exercise!

TerriDoodle, I wonder if there's a variation on that thread that might be more palatable but still make your point. What about a thread that asks for posts from people who have reached goal without exercise as a major component? I can't think of a single example member, can you? I do think it's important for people considering the band to understand that you will lose weight irrespective of exercise, but that you won't make goal (assuming "goal" to be a "normal" BMI -- I understand that isn't everyone's goal -- it didn't start out being my goal either, though it is now that I see it's actually attainable).

Long post....got lost. :confused:

You mean a thread title something like, "Has anyone reached goal without exercise?"

"I guess I'm just curious if it is even possible to REACH GOAL without a regular exercise program. If you have, please let me know.... and thanks."

something simple like that? Great idea, BTW. Guess that's why you're a successful lawyer!

I started working out at Curves three months before my band surgery. It was the only thing that helped me lose a few pounds before surgery.. all my other attempts were unsuccessful up to that point. I actually got a JOB at Curves two weeks before I was banded.... at 340+ pounds! LOL! It made for a very comical response to the question, "And what do you do for work?" LOL! God knew what I needed to help me be successful with the band, and He has a great sense of humor!

Exercise has been one of the major components for my success with the band... no coubt about it to me! It's kept me on track even when I hit weight plateus (Had three of em so far...aaagghhhh!) and has made me FEEL REALLLY HEALTHY for the rirst time in a long time! YAY!

I started out walking only 1/2 mile (and that was difficult for me...) and now do 4-6 miles regularly. I've hiked up a small mountain 3X and actually LOOK FORWARD to the next trek up hill! LOL! This, from a woman who couldn't make it up one set of stairs without hufing and puffing long afterward!THAT's a MIRACLE! LOL!

Addicted? I sure HOPE SO! I hope this joy in exercise will last a life time.... a LONG, HEALTHY life time! It's SO nice to chat with others who are enjoying it!:clap2:

WOW Mary!! What a great story!! You need to post on the thread called "Share with us: What's improved for you?" .... it's full of inspiration and yours is certainly inspirational! And look at all the weight you've lost! Good on ya!

I wish Houston HAD hills!! :confused: All we have is heat and humidity and flat cement. (But check with me in January, I'll be lovin' it! LOL)

You mean a thread title something like, "Has anyone reached goal without exercise?"

"I guess I'm just curious if it is even possible to REACH GOAL without a regular exercise program. If you have, please let me know.... and thanks."

something simple like that? Great idea, BTW. Guess that's why you're a successful lawyer! :confused:

Terri,

i think that would be a great post!!

The problem is, nobody will post to it and it will die!! LOL

LMAO ... true

but each of us can post every day or so ...

"NO ONE ??? no one has reached goal without exercising? good thing i got off my butt and started ... "

heh... yup, i'm evil.

LMAO ... true

but each of us can post every day or so ...

"NO ONE ??? no one has reached goal without exercising? good thing i got off my butt and started ... "

heh... yup, i'm evil.

Thats Hysterical!!!

Thats Hysterical!!!

hey - i never claimed not to be a beyotch... :rolleyes

I have been jogging every morning for about 2-3 miles on the treadmil and then riding bike at night outside for about 5 miles. My husband is so impressed with me! He actually bought me a new bike for our anniversary Aug. 1, I love it! Its a Trek, which is nice for me and it was fitted specially for me. And now that Ive been so good about jogging, I bought all new work out clothes. I highly recommend doing this to any of you who haven't yet. It makes exercising just even better when you feel cute doing it. Ohh and I bought new roller blades lol. Ok its starting to be clear to me that I have a shopping addiction tied in the exercise addiction.

Yeah, I've been thinking of getting some new exercise clothes too. I'm tired of these ugly big ol' T-shirts and long black leggings. It's HOT too.

I am very sad tonight My trainer told me that he's moving gyms to the other side of town. This upsets me to no end. He's such a great trainer and we've become friends. BUT, I can't blame him. He's getting twice the money, half the hours, full benefits and he's 5 minute from home. Sigh. Nobody will be as good as Rory.

I went on vacation and didn't exercise for a week. It's hard to say whether I missed it or not. It was around 112 every day, so I couldn't even go for a walk. When I am home, and something conflicts with my exercise

routine, I get quite miffed. Now that I am back, I am excited to be able to go back to the gym. I never thought I would be saying that!

Terri, I can see why you would be upset that your trainer is moving. I was so excited when the gym here finally got a trainer.

I think that once you acquire the exercise habit, it's hard to give it up. Even if it's not for weight loss, the difference in my moods is quite remarkable!