18 month check in

[loridee11 510]

Hi everyone!

Well, it's been 18 months since we all had the lap band surgery, and I thought it might be neat to see how everyone was doing and whether or not they consider their band experience a success.

I am definately thrilled with the results! In the last 18 months I have lost 125 lbs and am down from a size 28 to a size 14. I still have 40 lbs to lose, but I know I can do it. Also, I'll be having a full Tummy Tuck and breast lift in November. The band is the best thing I could have done for myself.

Anyone else?

~Lori

[Sula 0]

Lori,

You are to be commended for all your successes and hard work. 125 pounds is amazing. Tell us all what worked best for you and what were your challenges?

I'm struggling somewhat with that last 40 pounds. I slacked off for many months and have been on a plateau but I'm working harder now.

I absolutely feel that the band has been successful for me. I know from years of trying to lose weight and knowing that all I've accomplished is to gain 10 pounds each year, that the band has been the best investment in myself that I have ever done. I'm not done losing yet, but if I only lost the 56 pounds that I've lost, that is still pretty wonderful for me. I feel physically stronger, have way more energy, and I feel much more happy...go figure!

[loridee11 510]

Hey Sula,

I'm struggling with that last 30 pounds as well. I think for me the biggest struggle is exercising regularly. I acknowledge exercise is necessary and wil be for the rest of my life. And, I don't even hate it anymore. Unfortunately, I still don't like it. <sigh>

Congratulations on your success as well!

Anyone else from January 07? I want to hear your successes as well!!!

~Lori

[Law Bandster 0]

Hi everyone! So I've hit 168 pounds! I took my mom to visit the doctor so she can also get the surgery! I enjoy playing racquetball and golf. If you haven't tried a sport like racquetball i say go for it! It is a very intense sport and you can really maintain your weight or even shed the pounds. Anyone from Houston?