Just need to give myself a little boost here. I know you all will understand. First, let me say that I hate exercise. I will find ANY excuse, even scrubbing a toilet, to not exercies. See, I used to be a competitive powerlifter and my demon-coach made me work out 4-5 hours a day 6 days a week and since I gave that up, I can't stand it.

WELL, after my pre-op class, I was determined to try. I can hardly do anything because I get out of breath and my knees and feet hurt but I am doing it!! I did 10 minutes on the treadmill followed immediately by 10 minutes on the bike. And not only did I do it once, I have done it daily for 3 days now. I just feel so good and for those of you who have read my other threads about my husband, you will understand my need for validation that I am doing something good!!

thanks for listening!!:thumbup::ohmy::thumbup::smile2:

good for you!

GREAT JOB!

Way to go! I have a semi-supportive hubby and realize how hard it can be to stay on track when they are not much help when you need it. You are on the right track, not much longer until you get your band.

I'm six months out today (Happy Bandiversary to me!) and I've just barely started exercising regularly in the last couple of weeks. I've finally started loving how it makes me feel. I no longer am hurting by the time I get home from walking 1.5 miles. I even picked up the pace and jogged a little yesterday. It was exhilarating.

Good for you for getting things rolling, but know that as the weight comes off, it will be easier to do that exercise. Good going!

I was banded on July 10 and just started exercising this week. My doctor recommended Water aerobics and I found out our local natorium has several classes offered throughout the day. I've been twice this week and love it! I hate any type of exercise too but am finding this so much fun....and it's in-doors, out of the HOT Texas sun! I am also walking on my treadmill on the days I don't swim, but I'd much rather do the swim class. We use water weights and noodles and it's amazing the workout it gives my arms and back! That's the only thing that felt sore after the first class.

Just an idea for others who may hate, or have trouble with other types of exercise.

Congrats on your exercise. I have been banded for a week and had started walking for a hour. I then had toe surgery and am definitely down for the week. So- I am exercising through all of you. Thank you for making me proud.

Cindy