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I am thankful I have the energy to workout everday, I am thankful that I now fit in standard chairs and was able to get cute pedicure in comfort. Thank mom for my band. she loaned me the money<LOANED dough the me>:cool2:

Due to the pannus causing infections, odor ect, a panniculectomy <sp?> is often covered by insurance with documentation. You could start a file with a dermatologist to establish history while you lose weight.

dressy top, slacks and patent birkies LOL.:cursing: As dressy as I get.

Answers I found online. I eat a couple of hours before I work out. and usually something after.

Thanks for the suggestion, just picked it up myself, should be here friday! Did you see the cookbook for lapbanders? Good stuff.

maybe you aren't getting enough calories and your body is in save mode? have a nutritionist to speak with? good luck to you!

I started back at the gym a week later, but took it easy, just treadmill. I didn't really add weights again until I was released to full duty about a month or so. It really took a little time to rebuild my endurance. Now I do weight training for toning, walk a mile on the treadmill and later go walk at the mall a mile or so, just to break the monotony. Exercise & Eating: Timing Your Meals Question : I wake up hungry, usually. Should I eat before I work out, let my food digest and use it for energy -- or exercise, then eat? Is it safe to exercise just after eating? If not, how long should one wait? Answer : Well, it is safe in the sense that nothing bad will happen, but it isn't optimal. Having food in your stomach while exercising may make you feel uncomfortable, especially if you are running. It also makes it harder for your body to digest. How much time you wait should depend on the size and content of the meal, the type of activity you will perform, and the intensity of your workout. The larger the meal and the higher the Protein and fat content, the longer it will take to digest; you might want to wait three or four hours after a large meal. That's why it's good to skip the bacon cheeseburger with fries and a shake before a workout. A smaller, high carbohydrate meal is a better choice for pre- or post-workout nutrition. Yogurt and fruit or skim milk and Cereal are good ways to fuel your tank without bogging you down -- and you still should leave a couple of hours before working out. I myself can't exercise less than an hour after eating, even something as small as a single piece of fruit. I think it's best to run on a completely empty stomach, so I used to skip breakfast before my morning run. If I'm cycling, I eat a light breakfast one to two hours before the ride, unless I have a hard interval workout planned. The harder you're going to train, the longer you need to give yourself before starting your workout. If you wake up hungry, but exercise immediately, it is probably best not to eat anything. Otherwise, keep it light. A glass of diluted apple juice (stay away from citrus juice; your stomach already has plenty of acid in it) or a couple of teaspoons of yogurt might make your craving go away without bogging you down. A small blender drink or a slice of bread might also do the trick. Make sure you eat a good breakfast after your workout, preferably within two hours. There is a window of opportunity following a workout when your body can replenish the glycogen (the fuel we burn while exercising) in your muscles more efficiently -- that is, as long as the meal is high in carbohydrates, which get broken down and eventually stored as glycogen. This carbohydrate replacement helps speed your recovery and ensures that you're fueled for the next workout. Your metabolism is also elevated after exercising, so eating after your workout is a way to take in calories while burning them at an accelerated rate. If you want to learn more about eating well to support your training and weight loss goals, get "Nancy Clark's Sports Nutrition Guidebook", by Nancy Clark, now in its second edition published by Shelter Publications.

Carinos mini tiramisu-soooo yummy, it was my BFF b-day, had to help her celebrate!:cursing:

Eating and exercise: Time it right to maximize your workout From MayoClinic.com Special to CNN.com When you eat and what you eat can affect your performance and the way you feel while you're exercising. Coordinate your meals, Snacks and what you drink to make the most of your exercise routine. Eating a lot before exercise can slow you down When you exercise after a large meal, you may feel sluggish or have an upset stomach, cramping and diarrhea. That's because your muscles and your digestive system are competing with each other for energy resources. "Your body can digest food while you're active, but not as well as it can when you're not exercising," notes Stephen DeBoer, a registered dietitian at Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minn. This is partly because your body is trying to do two things requiring blood supply and energy simultaneously — digesting the food you just ate and providing fuel to keep your muscles active. Time it right: Before, during and after your workout On the flip side, not eating before you exercise can be just as bad as eating too much. Low blood sugar levels that result from not eating can make you feel weak, faint or tired, and your mental abilities may be affected as well, making you slower to react. So what can you do? To get the most from your workout, follow these guidelines: <LI class=doublespace>Eat a full breakfast. Wake up early enough to eat a full breakfast. "Most of the energy you got from dinner last night is used up by morning," says DeBoer. "Your blood sugar is low. If you don't eat, you may feel sluggish or lightheaded while exercising." If you plan to exercise within an hour after breakfast, eat a smaller breakfast or drink something to raise your blood sugar, such as a sports drink. <LI class=doublespace>Time your meals. Eat large meals at least three to four hours before exercising. If you're having a small meal, eat two to three hours before exercising. Most people can eat snacks right before and during exercise. The key is how you feel. Some people feel lightheaded during the first 10 to 15 minutes of their workout if they eat within the hour before exercise. Do what works best for you. <LI class=doublespace>Don't skip meals. Skipping meals may cause low blood sugar, which can make you feel weak and lightheaded. If you're short on time before your workout, and your choice is candy or nothing, eat the candy because it can improve your performance, compared with eating nothing. But keep in mind, all candy is high in sugar and low on nutrients, so a snack of yogurt and a banana would be a better choice. Eat after your workout. To help your muscles recover and to replace their glycogen stores, eat a meal that contains both Protein and carbohydrates within two hours of your exercise session if possible. What to eat: Getting the right fuel for your best performance Food provides your body with necessary energy. To make the most of your workouts, focus on: Carbohydrates: Your body's chief source of fuel You'll feel better when you exercise if you eat foods high in carbohydrates and low in fat. Your body stores excess carbohydrates as glycogen — primarily in your muscles and liver. Your muscles use stored glycogen when needed for energy. Cereals, breads, vegetables, Pasta, rice and fruit are good sources of carbohydrate. But right before an intense workout, avoid carbohydrates high in Fiber, such as Beans and lentils, bran cereals and fruit. High-fiber foods may give you gas or cause cramping. Fructose, a simple sugar found in fruit, can increase the tendency for diarrhea with high-intensity exercise. If you don't like to eat solid foods before exercising, drink your carbohydrates in sports beverages or fruit juices. "Research shows it makes no difference in performance whether you drink your carbohydrates or eat them," says DeBoer. Do what feels best to you. A diet containing at least 40 percent to 50 percent of calories from carbohydrates allows your body to store glycogen, but if you're a long-distance runner or you exercise for long periods of time, you might want to consume more carbohydrates regularly and consider carbohydrate loading before a big athletic event. Protein and fats: Important, but not your body's top fuel choice Protein isn't your body's food of choice for fueling exercise, but it does play a role in muscle repair and growth. Most people can easily get the protein they need from such foods as meat, dairy products and nuts, and don't need additional protein supplements. Fat is an important, although smaller, part of your diet. Fats, as well as carbohydrates, can provide fuel for your muscles during exercise. Try to get most of your fat from unsaturated sources such as nuts, fatty fish or vegetable oils. Avoid fatty foods just before exercising, though. Fats remain in your stomach longer, causing you to feel less comfortable. Water: Drink plenty to avoid dehydration Your body uses the Water in your blood to carry nutrients such as sugar (glucose) to cells and to remove waste products from the cells. The presence of water in your body ensures that you can safely sustain physical activity. As you exercise, your body produces heat. This heat leaves your body as you perspire, taking with it electrolytes — elements, such as potassium, Calcium, sodium and chlorine. If you don't replace the Fluid you lose during exercise, your heart rate increases and your temperature rises, putting you at risk of dehydration as well as compromising your workout. To stay well hydrated during exercise, the American College of Sports Medicine recommends that you drink eight glasses of water every day and more on days when the temperature and humidity are high. Drink at least one glass of water before and after your workout and every 10 to 15 minutes during your workout to replace fluid lost in perspiration. Avoid substituting coffee, tea or soda for water, because they often contain caffeine, which acts as a diuretic that causes your body to lose even more water. Water is generally the best way to replace lost fluid, unless you're exercising for more than 60 minutes. In that case, sip a sports drink to help maintain your electrolyte balance and give you a bit more energy from the carbohydrates in it. The sodium in sports drinks also helps you rehydrate more quickly. Signs and symptoms of inadequate hydration may include: Thirst Fatigue Loss of coordination Mental confusion Irritability Dry skin Elevated body temperature Diminished urine output Let experience be your guide When it comes to eating and exercise, everyone is different. So pay attention to how you feel during your workout and your overall performance. Let your experience guide you on which pre- and post-exercise eating habits work best for you.

I think in Texas we get so few chances to wear our "winter gear" we will put it on as soon as possible. LOL Hey Plain, totally up for the robot. This thread grows faster than a tapeworm, truly.:cursing:

Grodie.... Getting worms on purpose? Ick!

BBK-good luck hun, have you looked into some respite care? I am not up on what is going on with your g-ma, maybe it is an option? L2L-I dunno what it is exactly, I picked on the avatar pick page, I thought it was cute too.

Starbucks coffee-white chocolate mocha if I must. LOL LOVE hot chocolate made with FF milk. Best pets in the world?? Guinea pigs and rabbits-rescued. I LOVE navy blue! I go to the gym everyday- treadmill-one mile arms or legs depending on the day abs everyday and if I am feeling energetic I will go walk a mile at the mall, just to have something else to look at. Anyone going to the conference? Very excited.... Hey Plain, wanna dance? :purplebananna:a request that would make any man shudder. LOL

Water, water, water...Crystal light, south beach tide me over-has protien, special K add ins-has protien. double skim milk pudding-FF SF pudding made with powdered milk mixed with skim milk instead of the directed water to boost the protien, with sliced bananas-yummm. Rotessoire <sp> chicken-honey jalepeno is my fave. At HEB, I pull off all the meat weigh out my portions and put them in the fridge for easy meals. Just for one-veggie servings. FF refried beans with low fat cheddar and pace taco sauce-it is shut up good. Canned peaches and low fat cottage cheese.

My husband and I are coming to the conference and I am very excited. Completed our registration, think I got it right, I asked the husband "are you gonna dance with me?", he says "Hold up nobody said anything about no dancing." LOL. We live in Odessa Texas, about a 5 1/2 hour drive, not bad. See ya'll there.:confused:

I had 3 oz chicken 1/2 cup vanilla pudding with banana slices 3 oz chicken The pudding: 1 pack FF SF vanilla pudding per package instructions, but, I use "double skim milk" which is powdered milk made with skim milk instead of Water and really given the pudding a better texture with added protien. Add sliced bananas-yum.

PB-productive burp, ewww.

There are people who have never needed a fill, just having the band was enough.

I wish my doc had told me that not all shoulder pain was going to be from gas. The gas only lasts a couple of days. My left shoulder hurt from time to time and doc said it was from irritation at the port, and it would get better. And it has. Also I would have liked to know they stand you up for the surgery to allow gravity to do what it does best. If you have and foot or ankle problems expect a little soreness.

Lots of good reading. Thanks for all the info.

No pre-op diet? If your liver is too big you may end up with an open band vs. lap band. Good luck!

I found a couple of appeal examples by googling, WLS appeal letters. Good Luck!

Here is a little known fact about your Lap Band. The port can certainly be causing your shoulder pain. Per my surgeon it can irritate a/the nerve and cause referred pain to your shoulder. I had it really bad for the first week or so and it has gotten better. Absolutely walk, walk, walk, and breathe, breathe, breathe on your IS. Gas pain should only last the first 3 days and if the shoulder pain persists it is most likely the port issue. I took only tylenol for my pain and for me it worked well. Good luck! Hope this helps, there is an end in sight.

CONGRATULATIONS! You are an insipration!