OK, I am here for support in counting down the last 20 - 25 pounds. I have been at a standstill since June.

I have lost 85 pounds, I now weigh about 195. At 5'11" I need to get down below 180 to get into the healthy BMI range. so I am aiming at 172-175....So about 20 to go.

Part of me doesn't believe I will ever get there. Never been there for more than about 5 minutes...lol! So I need to work on a positive attitude.

I am at a fill of 3.0 in a 4.0. I could get a small fill, but should be able to do it on this fill. It varies so much from week to week. Some days I am able to eat anything and others I am tight, so that is a bit confusing.

I have taken the summer off the band rules, been imbibing in too much ice cream, chips and booze. So there is my confession. I also took a break from the gym, so I am vowing to go back TOMORROW. My 13 year old updated my IPOD, so I am R.E.A.D.Y.

Please join me in a count down to goal. All support and advice is appreciated....

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Thanks Sweetie! It really helps to hear other's successes and you sure are one of them.

I really feel good about my rededication today, tomorrow is another. What a ride hey?

I feel as though I am on the losing track again....

I just found this thread... I have 15 lbs to lose and it may be too much, but we'll see. I am 5'5'' and my current weight is 163. I wear a size 12 on the bottom and a 16 on the top (thanks to my girls... still there and big). I have some areas that are down right skinny, but due to extra skin and such, it is hard to judge.

Exercise is my key to losing and keeping it off. Today I ran a fast 5 km and am in training for the disney 1/2 marathon in January.

Best of luck to all of us in getting this last bit off.

Dawn

banded Arpil 4th, 2006

Montreal

358/163/148

I just found this thread... I have 15 lbs to lose and it may be too much, but we'll see. I am 5'5'' and my current weight is 163. I wear a size 12 on the bottom and a 16 on the top (thanks to my girls... still there and big). I have some areas that are down right skinny, but due to extra skin and such, it is hard to judge.

Exercise is my key to losing and keeping it off. Today I ran a fast 5 km and am in training for the disney 1/2 marathon in January.

Best of luck to all of us in getting this last bit off.

Dawn

banded Arpil 4th, 2006

Montreal

358/163/148

Deltadawn, my fellow Canadian, look at your stats, you have done marvelous. and Running????? You deserve a lot of credit for your progress. WOW GIRL!

Count down with us. I'd love to see your pictures.

Hey everyone! I think this thread is perfect for me! I have 25 -2 8 more pounds that I would like to lose. I am thrilled with my weight loss so far, but it has definitely slowed down in the last month or so.

I think I lost 2 or 3 pounds last month, but I have been travelling and eating too many carbs. I am trying to get back on track now. I had my band adjusted last Tuesday(the 4th) and am now progressing back in to soft foods. I have found that it is difficult for me to keep my carbs under 100 when I am on full liquids because there are lots of carbs in the slim fasts and carnation instant breakfasts that I have been drinking (even the low card CIB). Anyway.. hopefully I will be able to focus mainly on Protein again when I get back to normal foods later in the week. Do you guys track your calories and protein and carbs and fat? I really think the key to my last 25 pounds or so is gonna be in carb control (as much as I hate to say it). I am not going to eliminate them, but I'll like to keep them around 75 or 80 grams a day. I need some carbs for energy!

I currently exercise for about 6 hours a week (cardio and weight training). I need to increase that but can't seem to get motivated to exercise every day ( I currently exercise on Tuesday, thursday and saturdays). I drink at least 90 - 100 ounces of Water a day.

Thanks so much for starting this thread! I look forward to reaching goal along with you guys!

Right on Kim.

I have to say I don't keep track of my food either, and I must start. I can eat just about anything, so either I need one tiny fill to get to goal or I will have to track my intake. I have gotten into some bad habits. One bad habit is grazing, grabbing something, nuts, cheese, all day long. Gah! So I think the key to the last few is diligence and discipline.

Good for you on the exercise. Most of the peeps on this board who are close to goal are exercising their way there. I am so proud and envious of the marathon runners...what dedication that takes.

Welcome and lets cheer each other on.

I did pretty well yesterday. Didn't drink enough Water, will focus on that today. I am sore from the gym but know I must go today even though. I have been keeping up with my daily walks with my husband. He power walks and I have a hard time keeping up sometimes, especially on the hills. He broke into a job a couple of times, I did too and um ew. I hate how my boobs feel, my knees, wow, I have always felt jogging was a hard one for my body type.

Rock on toward goal everyone.

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Gah, took me two whole weeks to lose that one pound. But it is one pound closer to goal.

I am keeping better track of my meals and yesterday I am happy to report that I ran out of cashews. So watch the weight fall off now. Lol!

How are the rest of you doing?

Red for pain, and today I went to a Body Combat class at my gym. Kinda Karate to music. Ouch! I'm afraid to sit too long for fear I won't be able to get up again........:faint:

Hi Paulax, 19 Lbs and counting here. I had another fill yesterday 4.5 in my 4cc band! I think this one is gonna do it for me. This last 20 Lbs is gonna be the death of me. Seems like it is taking 4EVER to come off. I have gone from an 18/20 bottoms and 2X, 3X shirts to 12's and 8/10 shirts! I am so excited and can't wait to reach my goal.

Don't have many before pictures but here is one from a few years ago (heavier than this at surgery date) and a new pic I took today (dont have any full body shots!).

GOOD LUCK EVERYONE - WE CAN DO IT!!!!!!

KimFrmSealy

Dr Spivak

Banded 1/26/07

236/184/165

BEFORE:

AFTER:

DOWN ANOTHER 2 LBS THIS MORNING!!!! :whoo:

17 TO GO AND COUNTING!

KimFrmSealy

Dr. Spivak

Banded 1/26/07

236/182/165

Love all the colourful print.

OK so I fitday'd all my food yesterday, I AM EATING WAY TOO MUCH. But, I shall persist.

AWESOME on the 2 pounds Kim.....Good for you girl!!!!!:clap2:

I'm with ya gals! 20 pounds to goal and AT GOAL IN 2008!

Right on Socalgal!

2008 it is................

Hey Paulax, you're doing awesome!

18.2lbs left for me. Going sloooooow now though!

Went to Dr. today for a slight un-fill - was miserable! Now have 4.3cc and lost 6 LBS!!!!!! Now in the 170's and 14Lbs away from goal!

Good Luck All!

KimFrmSealy

Dr. Spivak

Banded 1/26/07

236/179/165

Wow, good for you girl. 14 pounds to go sounds like nuthin.....

I am still working on the same next pound. :waytogo:

I hope that my 4 month plateau comes to an end soon. Sigh!