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bambam31

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  1. Great loss and congrats on your progress! Restriction is a "your mileage may vary" topic, as so many with the band are. I'm very tight in the morning, but by evening have to be careful because I could have easily fall off the wagon a lot of days. I wouldn't want my band any tighter because it would be to the point that fluids would be difficult in the morning. I just have to watch my energy balance and eat accordingly - the band sure helps that though! Good luck and stay focused! Brad
  2. This is a great time to get a good exercise regimen started, or at least as soon as your surgeon clears you for exercise. That will start to rev up your metabolism so that when you get restriction you're off and running. Good Luck! Brad
  3. bambam31

    Need some help!!

    Pre-band, I was so used to eating until I was stuffed that I didn't know how to recognize when to stop. I now know to stop when I'm "satisfied" not when I'm "full." Brad
  4. I think we all have things about our body we wish were different. Some things are within our power to change and others are not. I think a reasonable goal is to play the hand your dealt to its maximum and then realize what you've accomplished. Good luck! Brad
  5. bambam31

    A little worrie !

    It is an awesome tool if you're committed to a lifestyle change. A properly adjusted band combined with exercise and eating reasonably will shed your unwanted fat slowly but surely. Good luck! Brad
  6. bambam31

    What will you miss???

    Just remind yourself constantly why you are doing this. Stay focused and you will do fine. Nothing tastes as good as skinny feels. :rolleyes2: Brad
  7. Highly unlikely you did any damage but you should return to your surgeon's previously scheduled programming already in progress.... :rolleyes2: Tell your doc what you are experiencing. A lot of docs will give you a test food to try from the next step to determine how you tolerate it and let you move on. Brad
  8. bambam31

    What will you miss???

    Can't help but warn you that the band won't eliminate your cravings for those foods. It isn't like a light switch. All the food demons you have now will follow you into bandland. You'll have to manage those demons or you'll be eating and cheating in short order. The band is only a tool and it can be manipulated to eat all of the things you mentioned. Good luck and stay focused on the goal! Brad
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    What is your favorite non carbonated beverage?

    coffee... gotta have it every day! Beyond that I enjoy ice Water, ice tea, Gatorade Zero, Vitamin water, crystal light, and occasionally some beer or mixed cocktails. Brad
  10. Yah, bandster hell isn't bad at all when you're no longer experiencing it... :rolleyes2: Like hummingbird said, this period requires you to "diet" to get through it without gaining. Talk to your doc about how much exercise you can get during this period. It will probably only be walking, but now is a good time to at least get that going because exercise is still a crucial part of long term success. Good luck and stay focused! Brad
  11. "Active" is important, but "Exercise" and getting a grip on your energy balance is non-negotiable. There's really no butt kicking to it. You are only responsible to yourself. Good luck! Brad
  12. bambam31

    Feeling TOO good???

    Once the surgery swelling subsides you basically have an empty band in place. Trust me, you'll know it's there when you start getting fills. Good luck and congrats on getting your journey underway! Brad
  13. bambam31

    Cocktails Anyone?

    Long Island Iced Tea is my poison of choice! Brad
  14. bambam31

    Love of food!

    As MrsCabes said once you have restriction it will help, however, head hunger has to be managed. The food demons you experienced pre-band will not just go away. You will have to find a way to manage those demons. Some people can do it on their own, while others need counseling or group sessions (OA) to maintain control. Good luck! Brad
  15. Part 2...

     

    When you routinely cross the 1000 calorie deficit then you are going to lose some lean muscle mass for sure.

     

    That's why you see me harping on here so much about people restricting too many calories - in the long run it's self defeating, because the more muscle you lose the slower your metabolism will be.

     

    So everytime you lose a pound on the scale where the ratio is tilted toward muscle loss, then every pound after that will be harder to lose.

     

    BUILDING muscle (especially for a woman) is difficult to begin with and requires (for the most part) an overall calorie surplus - but MAINTAINING and making the muscle you currently have toned and more efficient - while losing fat - is possible if you train properly and don't push the calorie deficits too far.

     

    Good luck! Brad

  16. Two part answer due to length...

     

    Part 1...

     

    Greetings! Well, IMO it depends - the numbers will be somewhat different for everyone. You really have to experiment...

     

    Every pound you lose on the scale will be a percentage of fat, fluids, and lean muscle tissue - it's an inevitable fact. You want to keep the ratio tilted toward losing mostly fat. To do that you have to keep a modest calorie DEFICIT around an average of 750/day (just an average - you want to cycle your calories so you have some days higher and others lower). So you have to determine the sum of your basal metobolic rate and calories burned from your daily activities, including exercise - then subtract around 750 and average that for your intake.

  17. Doesn't sound like you have adequate restriction yet. Once you achieve this the amount you can eat at a sitting will be greatly reduced. Brad
  18. bambam31

    Eating like a hog

    I'm with the last 3 posters... I would have a serious discussion with your doctor about his/her philosophy. Yes, you have to be the one do to the work and the band is just a tool, HOWEVER, it's not even a tool if it isn't providing any restriction. It can take many fills to achieve satisfactory restriction so waiting makes no sense... Brad
  19. I have purchased several that I didn't care for alone, however, I mix them in smoothies and workout shakes. When there blended with other stuff they are much more tolerable. Brad
  20. bambam31

    ~*~ LilMissDiva's Journey Journal ~*~

    Congrats on your renewed dedication Diva! Just know that a solid 1 1.5 pound loss a week is not slow! Just think... that's up to 6 pounds per month... 18 pounds in 90 days. It adds up quick. This would equate to restricting about 5250 calories per week or 750 per day through diet and exercise. That is a great goal to shoot for! Progress breeds motivation. Keep up the good work! Brad
  21. bambam31

    Protein powder that tastes good with water?

    I've tried quite a few different ones. I prefer the BSN products for their taste/mixability. They are fine in Water, although I usually mix with fat free milk. When making a workout shake I prefer whey Protein isolate rather than the protein concentrate products. The supplement industry is a dog eat dog world - you have to do your homework to avoid wasting big dollars! Brad
  22. bambam31

    mmm.. PEANUT BUTTER

    Everyone is different, but DO's and DON'Ts change over time. You could try a VERY small amount and see how it effects you. Many people find it best to try new introductions later in the day when your band is more forgiving. I eat peanut butter more days than not. On toast, melted in oatmeal or Protein shakes, as a dip, or as "The Big Boy" said, right off the spoon! I prefer either a natural product or the Smart Balance brand. You have to watch the labels because a lot of Brand name spreads have added refined sugars and hydrogenated oils. Brad
  23. I definitely would not set my goals based on what other people think they should be. I've even had people say, "wow, you look like you're sick." They just got used to seeing the plump fat guy. I normally respond, "Thanks, I'm glad to see you too." :cursing: So many people around us have toxic components. We have to recognize those for what they are and disregard their ignorance. My doc supervises my progress. Beyond that, the only person who determines my health/fitness goals is me. So long as I can smile at how I look and feel - everyone else can take a flying leap! :wub: Brad
  24. I read the article and agree... it is what it is. And like typical media BS, it generates more questions than it answers... One thing really makes me shake my head is when reports say things like, "bariatric surgery compared to diet and exercise." It's not an alternative!!!!!!! They should publish some reports about combining bariatric surgery with diet and exercise! Brad
  25. bambam31

    Is this normal?

    Some people experience a very fine line with restriction. I have had some fills as low as 2/10's of a CC... Brad

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