Hey 50 & over gang We have a new spot

[Charlene K 1]

I'm having my lap band surgery the 29th of this month and I've been reading this board "forever":drool:. I wonder about the restriction issue that so many people have. Does everybody have problems feeling full?? I know the band is just a "tool" but I am hoping it will help with my appitite. :thumbup:

It will definitely help your appetite, but this is a lifestyle change. Keeping a food journal is essential to weight loss. I am going for my second fill tomorrow because the first one did not do a thing. I have kept myself in check by journaling everything that goes in my mouth, and also starting an exercise program. I think it may take three or four fills to reach a "sweet spot". I would not have been able to keep my calories to 1000-1200 a day if it had not been for the band.

[jbflorida 1]

Has this ever happened to you?

I was at a dinner party. Took just a few bites and felt "full". I thought if I take one more bite, uh oh.

I waited a few minutes--and then, WAS ABLE TO EAT THE REST OF MY MEAL!

I just had fill #3 and am doing ok with restriction.

(got in the 150's this AM---true, it was 159.5, but still.......)

[caelyn 0]

It will definitely help your appetite, but this is a lifestyle change. Keeping a food journal is essential to weight loss. I am going for my second fill tomorrow because the first one did not do a thing. I have kept myself in check by journaling everything that goes in my mouth, and also starting an exercise program. I think it may take three or four fills to reach a "sweet spot". I would not have been able to keep my calories to 1000-1200 a day if it had not been for the band.

Thanks for the advice about keeping a food journal. I know that's important. They have been stressing that to us in all our classes and I'm committed to doing it. Especially while I'm trying to learn to get all my Protein and liquids in.

[tapshoes 2]

Has this ever happened to you?

I was at a dinner party. Took just a few bites and felt "full". I thought if I take one more bite, uh oh.

I waited a few minutes--and then, WAS ABLE TO EAT THE REST OF MY MEAL!

I just had fill #3 and am doing ok with restriction.

(got in the 150's this AM---true, it was 159.5, but still.......)

Congratulations on hitting the 150's!

I have learned (the hard way) to stop at that full feeling; I put my plate aside, and concentrate on the conversations around me. I have noticed later that I was not as full, and could probably have eaten more, but it's just as well I didn't. I am a 'nibbler' and those extra bites are just not worth it to me.

[Desdemona 48]

jbflordia---yes. I have had that happen too. I think it has something to do with my band temporarily tightening (tension) from either physical activity or excitement.

Lynn--I'm really interested in what happens when you go to your MD. It does sound weird. I wonder if you are just a smidge over filled? Or -- do you get excited easily? Is it possible when you feel more anxious things tighten and then get better when you are more relaxed? Even though that didn't happen before 8/8, maybe a combo of the last fill and your natural body response to tension tightens you just a tad too much at certain times? But --whatever the answer turns out to be ---you have done very well. We were banded on the same day. I know I have done comparatively well (for my beginning height and weight) with those who were banded around our time --- but YOU have been doing the best of all of us. You have been a steady loser. I hit a couple of plateaus but I did find that I started losing again. I finally accepted the fact that this normal for my body. It may be that your body just wants to rest (plateau) a bit after your amazing success. Who knows----but You really are doing GREAT!

[lynnt1215 1]

jbflordia---yes. I have had that happen too. I think it has something to do with my band temporarily tightening (tension) from either physical activity or excitement.

Lynn--I'm really interested in what happens when you go to your MD. It does sound weird. I wonder if you are just a smidge over filled? Or -- do you get excited easily? Is it possible when you feel more anxious things tighten and then get better when you are more relaxed? Even though that didn't happen before 8/8, maybe a combo of the last fill and your natural body response to tension tightens you just a tad too much at certain times? But --whatever the answer turns out to be ---you have done very well. We were banded on the same day. I know I have done comparatively well (for my beginning height and weight) with those who were banded around our time --- but YOU have been doing the best of all of us. You have been a steady loser. I hit a couple of plateaus but I did find that I started losing again. I finally accepted the fact that this normal for my body. It may be that your body just wants to rest (plateau) a bit after your amazing success. Who knows----but You really are doing GREAT!

Thanks for the kudos and the boost of confidence. :biggrin:

But yesterday I was BAD. I had about 1900 calories, even with journaling.. I was amazed at the toal for the day. Today I vow to do much better, even with a picnic to head to in a bit.

I have found that with my eating I am getting a bit too fast..... and maybe not chewing enbough,, :scared2: another thing to get my mind in check on.

There is a support group meeting this week I hope to attend. I may be able to ask my questions there and not wait until my appt on 9/19.. Luckily, my Dr is the one that is monitoring the meeting.

I have another 4 bags of clothing to donate. I did a bib house cleaing and took lots from storage..I even founf clothes from 10 years ago...

[Lizalee 1]

Thanks for the kudos and the boost of confidence. :biggrin:

But yesterday I was BAD. I had about 1900 calories, even with journaling.. I was amazed at the toal for the day. Today I vow to do much better, even with a picnic to head to in a bit. ...

I have another 4 bags of clothing to donate. I did a bib house cleaing and took lots from storage..I even founf clothes from 10 years ago...

Yup, we all have those BAD days! I had some last week, and consequently, been re-loosing those two pounds for the past week (almost there).

Today I cleared out my clothes - went through my spring/summer clothes that I just bought in April - May - June and found many were too big already ....some with the tags still on!! And found some other favorites that I had been hanging on to wear around the house...only to find there is no way I can wear them anymore...way, way too big. It hurts to get rid of these really new clothes, but hey, I will donate them to Goodwill, and then have room for some new fall stuff!

It's just hard, becuase I don't want ot buy a lot of new expensive clothes, hoping I will outgrow them too soon! :scared2:

[Great2BThin 5]

Wow!! Lizalee!! You've lost 114 lbs already and just had surgery in April??? Awesome!! Looks like you lost some before surgery, but still great accomplishment! Congrats!! Where in Wisconsin are you? I am originally from Wausau and still a Packer fan.

I hear you on the clothes. I did take 2 shirts I bought back to Kohls as they still had tags on them and put the credit towards a sweater for fall. They were even able to look up what I paid for it since I used my charge. I'm sortta okay for clothes right now as I am now fitting in what was the smallest in my closet but will need some soon. But with 70 or so pounds to go, I'm not even half way there yet. Shoes too some of them are getting too big even.

[Maggies 0]

You all are getting me very excited about finally getting my band and losing weight. The idea of actually growning out of my clothes by getting smaller. What a great feeling that is going to be.......:biggrin:......

Please send out good thoughts for me that my ins. company will approve my surgery. I love all your success stories and hope to be one also.

Maggie:thumbup:

[lynnt1215 1]

Wow!! Lizalee!! You've lost 114 lbs already and just had surgery in April??? Awesome!! Looks like you lost some before surgery, but still great accomplishment! Congrats!! Where in Wisconsin are you? I am originally from Wausau and still a Packer fan.

I hear you on the clothes. I did take 2 shirts I bought back to Kohls as they still had tags on them and put the credit towards a sweater for fall. They were even able to look up what I paid for it since I used my charge. I'm sortta okay for clothes right now as I am now fitting in what was the smallest in my closet but will need some soon. But with 70 or so pounds to go, I'm not even half way there yet. Shoes too some of them are getting too big even.

I just tried on some clothes in my closet and was figuring they would still be too tight.... yippee,,, they fit. pants in size 14..

I have bought new shoes too. I lost enough weight in my feet that my shoe size is now 1/2 smaller..

[caelyn 0]

Wow, Lynn....I'm impressed. I can't wait until I can fit into size 14 again. I just told my husband, my goal is to be in the 100's by Christmas...even if it's 199.9.

[mominlv13 1]

I am soooooooo excited!!! Another 2.6 lbs!!!

Yeaaaahhhh Looosssiiieee!!!Total is now 57 lbs!!! :confused::thumbup:

[lynnt1215 1]

I am soooooooo excited!!! Another 2.6 lbs!!!

Yeaaaahhhh Looosssiiieee!!!Total is now 57 lbs!!! :biggrin::thumbup:

WTG, wow 57# total

Hey everyone seems to be getting back in the groove. Now that the holiday weekend is over we can all concentrate more on ourselves...

I find when there are lots of things to do and people around I tend to slip in my good choices..:confused:

[tapshoes 2]

I am soooooooo excited!!! Another 2.6 lbs!!!

Yeaaaahhhh Looosssiiieee!!!Total is now 57 lbs!!! :biggrin::confused:

congratulations!

Now if I could just lose 5 pounds by Hallow'en, I'd party too! It doesn't seem like a lot, does it, but as a slow (really s l o w ) loser who is stuck in a plateau, this is a real stretch goal for me...:sad::thumbup:

[beckn 2]

congratulations!

Now if I could just lose 5 pounds by Hallow'en, I'd party too! It doesn't seem like a lot, does it, but as a slow (really s l o w ) loser who is stuck in a plateau, this is a real stretch goal for me...:confused::thumbup:

wow, my weight seems pretty pittiful compared to all of you. It is my own fault thought because I have not been journaling or going to support group or logging in to LBT for a few months. You have all inspired me and hopefully given me a swift kick in the butt. I got my journal out and will start back in today. Thanks for sharing your journey and for all the great tips. I was banded in May and have had 2 small fills, not at my sweet spot yet. I see my surgeon in a couple of weeks. Becky:thumbup: