Guy's:

I've been recovering great and am on solid food again. What's scaring me is I'm finding I can eat more. Not as much as before, for sure, but more normal portions. My weight loss has stalled at about 20 lbs.

I'm battling with portion control and 5 days at the Y on the elliptical machine. This reminds me of the old battle without the band.

I have an Appt. with my surgeon on 10/28. I think I'll request a fill.

I'd appreciate hearing about similar experiences.

Thanks!

I had my first fill about a week ago (4 cc's), and it made a big difference for me in terms of managing portions, etc. So definite ask for a fill. Hopefully it will help.

Good luck!

Bryan

Congratulations to both you guys! You're both doing great.

As you get more fills, your appetite will diminish. I use a small plate. Take a small portion, eat it slow, and that's it. If eating out, ask for a take out box as you receive your meal, again leave only on your plate what you are going to eat.

Good luck!

Bruce

Thank you gentlemen. Your obviously successful at this endeavor. I applaud your success.

Thanks for the tips.

Another question comes to mind though. How about the group meetings? I have an opportunity to go to them. Do they work for men? If I go, am I likely to see a bunch of women there? Not that I mind women, but I don't relate well to them as far as weight loss is concerned.

How have your experiences been?

Carl

I went to a support group once. There were about 40 people present. The only other guy was a husband who came to meeting to support his wife who was a first time attendee. I decided right there it wasn't for me, but that's me, I tend to not wander too far from the "Men's Room" here. That being said, there can some good information at the meetings, but there are other sources for information (like here).

Bruce

I agree with Bruce. I don't go to meetings for two reasons. First, the meetings in my area are on Saturdays, and that's family time for me. Second, I'm not interested in a group of women talking about their weight.

For me, the Men's Room is my support group, and it works pretty well.

Keep us posted about how you're doing.

Bryan

Just as I thought. The experience comes from having been in almost every weight loss club/plan you can imagine.

I think I'll stay right here in the Men's Room. Good to have a spot we can call our own!