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After a rough start of it, I am finally feeling good again. Went to my weekly clinic review and lost 4 more pounds in a week. WhooHoo:, a total of 20# since surgery. Only regret is that I couldn't have done it on my own, but whatever, it's a new beginning and a start to a better live. Thats what matters:) Lisa

So a friend and I have decided to start the couch to 5K program next week. I am sooooo nervous! I still have a long way to go to become physically fit and still almost 70 pounds to lose before I'm where I'm supposed to be. I'm really nervous I won't succeed at this. I'm excited to set a new goal, but definitely more nervous. Have any of you been through this program and succeeded? Were you physically fit when you began or were you a non runner like me? I have been going to the gym/walking for the past 3 weeks, 5X a week. That may have helped me a little. I just don't want to jump head first into this if it's not realistic. The program is supposed to be for people who are non runners. I just wanted to see if I could get some input on this. Also, if you have any suggestions for good running shoes. Thanks!

6 months and a week ago, i had no health problems even with a 47 BMI - BUT i felt so disgusting. I hated clothes. I wore things just to hide myself. I knew I had a pretty face but that all others saw was the fat. Today, 6 months after surgery and 88 pounds later, I feel INCREDIBLE. i am all about what i'm wearing, my make up, I feel just plain unstoppable. I want you to know that yes there can be complications. I have experienced none so far (truly this is thanks to GOD and following my surgeon's instructions) - but they can happen. I am very, very sorry I did not do this 10 years ago (I'm 38). But i cannot dwell on that. This is a LIFE CHANGING thing if you let it be. I truly wish all of you the best of luck in your decision and if you have the surgery - the best of luck on your journey. It TRULY is a journey. God bless us all!!!!

DITTO !

Awesome!!!! You go girl!

I hope to get to that mindset soon, Its almost like theres supposed to be something more to do, but there isn't. I've been eating like I should, watching water/drink intake, sleeping enough hours. Because of my weight I never worried about fashion, looking at racks of thin clothes always going to the XL sizes, but now there are a few tops I had gotten that are L and they fit! Congratulations girl, I'm right behind you

They do make sub-lingual biotin. It just melts under your tongue. You can get it at health food stores.

When was the last time you got filled? Of you follow the rules and exercise you should be losing... I think you should see your doctor. Good luck

Never eat anything mindlessly! I'm one month post op with a little fill from the surgery and I start eating a hard boiled egg while checking my emails at work. Start eating the 2nd one & all of a sudden I've got a elephant sitting on my chest! Holy cow! I've read many times about getting stuck, eating too fast, too much, not paying attention. BUT, try this one time & it will get your attention so fast that you don't know what to do. Pain, yes, breathing, okay, walking, sure. Then the hiccups start. Never had that before! Five minutes hiding in the bathroom at work with really loud hiccups. So once again, no mindless eating for those of you like me that multi-task everything. I'm now okay, but I think I'll pass on the eggs for awhile. Don't want the hubby calling me a woofer (As in woofing down my food cause I'm hungry first thing in the morning).

Remember that muscle weighs more than fat. However, the biggest culprit is water. By working out, you are tearing down muscle and rebuilding it. During this process, muscles will retain water. Give it some time - probably 4-5 weeks. Your body will adjust and then you'll be surprised at how it will begin to come off, even if you have to take a week or two off from exercising.