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Hi tanyatanyatanya, Everybody is different. When I was on point and eating like I should and working out I was averaging 4-5 pounds a week. By my third month I was down 50 pounds or so. But then I got back into old habits and gained it all back, but 10! Talk to your Dr. about what you are eating and for any suggestions. Don't get discouraged-keep pushing and you'll see success. I hope my 2 cents makes sense

Thank you all for the encouragement and kind words. I feel the love

Jennifer1-I am the same way. For the longest time I hid the scale in a closet and then far under my bed. The car does not sound crazy to me at all. Yes we can do this! Deedee72-Thank you for your kind words.

Thank you Debora!

Hi qtney1, We all have those days and thoughts toward people with the sleeve or bypass. Try to think back on why you got the surgery and what made you so excited to begin the process. I had to do this to get back on track after months of not doing what I need to. You slipped on vacation and your disappointed, but now it is time to accept it and keep going. We all fall, how we get up and continue will be the real test. I hope this helped

Thank you both for your encouragement and words!

I am the type of person that wants instant gratification. Breaking my mentality has been a bit difficult, but I am getting there. Sunday I did well eating, Monday was eh, Tuesday decent, and Wednesday alright. Thursday I went into my Dr. for a fill and had gained 8 pounds since I last went (I think I was there 2-3 months ago). He put 3cc's in my band since I am starting fresh. I have been on liquids since Thursday. My Dr. has you on liquids the day of and 3 days after. Then 3 days of soft foods and then back to healthy eating habits. The Lord has blessed me with strength to keep at it. The soups are shakes are tiring now though, so I am excited tomorrow is my last day. I have not weighed myself for two reasons 1) I don't want to see progress and then make an excuse to go back to my old ways and 2) I don't want to have not made progress (or what I think progress should be) and give up. In time my self control will strengthen (with God's help) and I will be able to weigh 1-2 times a week, but not now. I also ventured into working out. Since I am leaving in a month I joined Curves since I feel it is less intimidating than bigger gyms. I had my first workout today and it made me sweat more than I thought. The person that set me up took basic info, measurements, weight, and goals. When she asked me my goals I was surprised at what I even said. I said I would like to lose 7-10 pounds before I leave, be able to bend down and paint my toes, and fit comfortably in an airplane seat. She was glad my goals were something absolutely measurable and not all about the number on the scale. I plan to workout 5-6 days a week (30 minutes a day). It is a start and she was pleasantly surprised at how "movable" and flexible I am at my weight (I had to tell her that I was once an athlete). All in all many changes this week, but I am happy about them. I am heading in the right direction for success. Lord willing I will lose 2 pounds by next Thursday. That is my goal for right now (and to workout 5-6 days).

Girl you are so right! I do expect things fast. Since I gained it fast I want to loose it fast. Thank you for the reality check. At times I say things in my head, but then when I do out loud and people respond I realize that I am over shooting. You are right 2 pounds a week is good. If more than great if not I have to NOT give up! Thank you for the post. You read me perfectly on the high goals characteristic.

I am ready for my weight to decrease, but am I really ready to change my habits? For months now I have woke up many mornings saying this is the day I start new, and by lunch I am back into my old habits. What continues to draw me there? Comfort. Change is hard and part of me feels that it should be easier. I was blessed with the short and "fluffy" gene can't I get a break!? The reality is no. If I want things to change I have to change my thoughts and actions. Easier said then done, but doable. Tomorrow I embark on part 2 of my weight-loss journey. I have not stuck to eating how I am supposed to for months. Since I was recently told that I am insulin resistant I know how I am supposed to eat, but I am choosing not to. There goes that free will pride kicking in. But now I am tired. Tired of waking up sluggish, not being able to paint my toes, and being winded doing basic things. I want my life back and I am upset at myself that I allowed myself to go back to this place( 10 pounds away from what I was when I had surgery). It is not a good place and I need to get a grip. My wake up call came when I saw this picture. All I could say was WOW! I knew I gained weight, but seeing ourselves everyday doesn't always show us the full picture. Seeing the picture hurt me. It was what I needed. A reality check. Time to get back to business and use this band the way it is intended to be. Some people take things a day at a time, but I am starting small and taking it an hour at a time. When those feelings of loneliness, boredom, and anxiousness kick in I have to do something else other than eat. Food has been my comfort ad we have had a VERY long relationship, but it is time that we break up! Here's to a new beginning!

Hello Everyone, I was banded Oct 2009 and did well in the beginning losing 38 pounds. However, after the surgery I relocated to Texas and it started going downhill from there. When I moved I was 235 and maintained that for several months, but over time I continued to gain (not to mention not get my fills). I found a doctor and began getting filled, but did not do my part. I ate things I shouldn't have and was not consistent with working out. I eventually had a complete un-fill so that I would not stretch my pouch. With that I also had medical issues (which have been resolved, thank God). Now I am 267 and frustrated at myself and my body. I can't continue to blame the medications I was on and my circumstances. For almost a year I have just been making excuses, but it is time to stop. I go for a fill this coming Thursday and will go back to basics starting tomorrow. I leave for Dubai at the end of August for a 2 year teaching contract and would like to lose 25-30 before I go. I am hoping to meet people that have been successful and are encouraging. I will also post to keep myself accountable and reflect on my progress. Nice to meet all of you!!