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Go Nuts !!!!!!!!!! That's what my doctor told me anyway ......and I did!

The thing with alcohol is that it can hide huge amounts of calories and unless you know exactly how many calories sit on your mojito, chances are that you're consuming more than you think, plus it sucks to workout the next day. I'm not saying not to go out and have fun but be aware that you're gonna have to workout or eat extra clean the rest of the week in order to compensate and still lose weight.

Miami, Florida!!

they're not mutually exclusive. You can do Zumba some days and go to the gym some other days. As a matter of fact, you can exercise anywhere specially at the beginning. It's up to you.

When we lose weight, we get smaller all around but we keep our same body structure(type). That is why it's so important to mix your cardio with your weight training because that will reshape your body by building muscles and losing fat at the same time.

I wouldn't worry about it, it sounds like you're doing everything right and you WILL lose weight even if you plateau for a while, just keep doing what your doing. We've all been trough this. Keep us posted.

Wow Julie, you look Amazing !!! keep up the good work!!

Good Luck!

Congratulations!!!!!!!!!!!!! It does feel great, enjoy it and use it for encouragement !!!!

I had a fill two days ago and I feel exactly the same as you tiggergramma. I was wondering how are you doing now almost two weeks after?

Mine got infected too. No big deal, my doctor made a small incision and drained the puss. Antibiotics for a week and cleaning the wound daily with peroxide and alcohol. It healed just fine. Good luck Brandy.

Hi Curvy, It is very normal, and it's also normal that you might gain some weight the first month....I did and that's because you most likely don't have any restriction yet. So don't panic and just try to follow your doctor's intructions as much as you can and you'll be fine. Keep exercising, it feels great !!!

Good Luck !!!

Yep, mee too. In my case when my calorie intake drops the cold creeps in.

I think that being only three weeks out you still haven't had your first fill and therefore you have very little or no restriction yet. I think it is normal to be hungry during this period but the good thing is that it will get easier as you get your fills. Good luck and hang in there.

Good luck tomorrow!, you're about to change your life, isn't that exciting?? eleven pounds is enough, don't worry

Hi Hbanana, I congratulate you for taking charge of your life and facing your problem head on. and you have your age on your side. Talk to your surgeon or if you can several surgeons, they will give you a better perspective on what procedure to choose from. It all depends on your weight, your age, your health and what you will feel more comfortable with, be honest with your doctor and with yourself and once you make a decision, give it 100% I really hope you make the right decision and wish you the best, I will be more than glad to share my experiences and you're definitely in the right place

Thank you MiniMi, maybe one day I'll run half a marathon. The funny thing is that I used to say that about the 5k and now I'm about to run a 10k. Let me know how you do on yours

I don't really have a specific date, it's just that I started running and completed a 5k and I feel that pretty soon I'm gonna be ready to run a 10k. But you gave me a good idea, I'm gonna look for a specific 10k and prepare for it. Good luck on yours !!!

Let's see... Lose 10lbs and Finish my first 10k ever

I drink EAS Advant Edge, Carb control. 17g of protein and only 110 calories. Sometimes I blend it with ice...yummy!

Wow! you look so beautiful, I'm so glad that your effort paid off big time. Your husband is a very lucky guy. Do you have a sister?

I guess it depends on your insurance and your Surgeon's office. Also you have to do some blood work and perhaps some extra tests. there is also the psychological test. An probably the two week liquid diet pre-op. Remember that this is a long journey and that you will have to change your habits for life, give yourself some time to reflect on what is coming and to be in the right set of mind for it. You will find out that time is not that important. Don't rush it, you will only increase your anxiety level. I really wish you the best on your journey, good luck!

Hi guys, Count me in, I like my band because it's a great tool, but you have put the effort, to me exercising is the key, helps me burn calories faster and makes me feel sooo good, also it gives me something to do instead of being home alone. Going dancing is also great!!

Hi there! I also have an 11cc band and I have 7cc already. I feel the restriction alright, If I don't chew correctly or eat to fast, I really pay for it. but it wasn't until thi last fill that I felt the restrictio. Now, everyone is different so you might feel it way before that. good luck!