Jenny L

Thanks for being supportive! My bariatric doc is very firm on the no NSAID rule, and the ortho wants to bring down the inflammation in the hip. Right now we are pretty sure it is bursitis in the front and back of the hip, also tendonisis in the back where the tendon attaches to the pelvis, possible damage to the IT band...Im sure I'm leaving some out, too!! I used to do the elliptical but always dreamed if being fit enough to run at the park and quickly got hooked on it. Now the elliptical feels sad:( I'm trying to stay upbeat. I feel like this is the only place I can vent my frustrations where anyone will really get me, though. Thanks for listening!

So, I've had this right hip pain that's been getting progressively worse. I had been dismissing it as pelvic pain (I have a long and complex history of pcos and endometriosis) It kept getting worse, so I went to the gyno, who told me my lady parts are fine, but the hip needs to be looked at. Orthopedic appointment X-rays and MRI later, and I'm benched and on steroids. He told me my running is the worst thing I could do to my body, followed by my p90x being the second worst. I love running, love it love it need to have it. And I only have 3-1/2 weeks left before I can say I completed p90x. These are huge things that people outside of this community can't possibly understand the significance of. I am devastated!! And terrified of gaining weight now with limited activity and steroids. What now?!?!??!

Sorry about my typo. It's supposed to say in the 90 day program as well. Darn phone!

I started with the power 90 home boot camp. This is a great program for beginners, explains everything well as far as what the moves do and how to do things right. There are two phases I. The 00 day program as well. I did the whole thing once and then did the second phase for another 90, increasing how well I kept up and the weights I lifted. I'd start with this. I'm now on week 9 if p90x3, and I never would've been able to do any without a good base from the power 90. Hope this helps!

When I was banded, the biggest thing for me was moisture in my food. It was great to always have a sauce or gravy ( think evaporated skim milk or fat free gravy as a base), and soft is easiest. Best of luck!

You know what I mean. You run into someone you haven't seen for some time, and they remark on your weight loss, but in a weird way and you're not sure how to take it. I ran into another mom I know from my sons school (as in not a close friend or anything remotely like that) and she noticed the weight loss, asked what I was doing etc. And then she says "oh your husband must love it!" What?? What do I say to that? That was weird. Like "nah, he likes his ladies large" or "yeah he was packing his bags before I lost the weight". Awkward!!

I need some guidance. I am pretty much at goal as far as my weight, but I like working toward something, and I'd like to work toward shredding some muscle. The dietician at my surgeons office is a lovely person but can sound like a broken record as far as portion, protein first, etc. I know that stuff now. My questions are specifically about when to eat to maximize my workouts, and what to eat when, etc. Has anyone found someone who can advise on this stuff while keeping our special needs in mind?

Don't laugh! It's Work Bitch by Brittany Spears

I'm not ready for anything close to this (yet!) but im super excited for you!! Rock it out!

Omg lipstick lady is that fire you're jumping over?! Go girl!!! I want to do that next!!!!

So, I just completed mudderella and feel amazing. Been doing the p90x thing, feeling strong and healthy and positive. My first time with a healthy bmi and single digit sizes since I was in the sixth grade (I'm 37!) So naturally, here comes the complete a**hole comment from a guy friend when he saw my picture "Jesus Christ! What are you on steroids or something?!" And as a lifetime self conscious fatty, I am immediately deflated and now questioning my appearance and feel like crap. Great.

I'm in my third week of p90x3, and I love it!! It's really challenging but I am already seeing more muscles!!

I know the stress you're feeling, and worrying that there will be a spotlight on you and your plate. Truthfully, people are not going to notice too much as long as you don't draw attention to it. I have been able to play it off with very little notice. If everyone is sharing an appetizer, you take a small amount, take one bite during conversation, and keep your fork in hand to move the food around while you talk. Yes, I'm serious! And pick an entree that's going to give you what you need in terms of protein, etc and do pretty much the same thing. Cut it up, move it around, say you're full if anyone asks. But for the most part nobody is analyzing what you take in that hard. It's been working for me. Hope it helps

So, I decided to go with the classic p90x3 schedule and did day 1 today! I won't say I could do everything or that I didn't look like a hot mess doing it, but I hung in there and did reasonably well I think. 89 to go!

Has anyone done this yet? If so, what do you think of it? I just bought it and I don't know if I should follow the classic or lean schedule and was hoping to hear from anyone with experience. I'm excited and terrified!!