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My band is funny. Sometimes I can only eat a 1/2 cup and other times I can eat a cup. I depends on how tight I am. Good luck.

Hi Janet, Welcome to the site. My name is Julie and I live in San Jose, CA. I was baned on June 6th and have lost 30 lbs. So far so good. I'm a slow loser but I'm hoping to up the weight by the new exercise routine I started at Curves today. Good luck with your band. I hope its your new best friend.

Becka, Good luck to you. I tried that and failed so I hope you have better luck. Its all good if you exercise by the band sure helps. Best of luck.

Thanks Telly. I am up and down right now like a yo yo. I am back to the gym so I'm giving it 2 weeks and if I don't see a difference I'm going in for another fill. I just wish my band wasn't so fickle. P.S. You look great.

Sometimes I can eat very little. Other times I can eat like a horse. Should I get a fill or is it in my head?:help:

I have had at least 3 fills. The difficulty I am having is sometimes I can still eat like a horse and other times I am so restricted that I PB. Should I get another fill or just live with the fact that I need to motify my behavior. I was able to eat at least 3 pieces of cheese pizza the other night but today I was only able to eat 3 bites of a tomato and cheese omelette. Go figure.:help:

I joined Curves today and would like to hear some sucess stories out there.

I think I'm going to leave it alone for now. I need to monitor my protein as well. Thanks for the tip.

Yes, he needs a fill. The band doesn't work without a fill. He may need several before he has true restriction. Good luck.

I went to GNC. They have a great protein shake with over 20 grams of protein. Good luck.

Boy do I hate exercise too. I'm worried that if I don't shift my thinking my weight loss will really slow down. I'm with you 100%. I need to get my butt moving. Good luck.

Has anyone had success with little or no exercise? I know this is a silly question but I was wondering how little you all exercise.

That sounds exciting. I would do it in a heartbeat.

Hi June Bandsters, glad to see everyone here. I feel really good. I'm down 30 lbs and my doctor is pleased. I was able to buy size 22 last week so that is a huge NSV for me. Thanks for the thread.

Hi, congrats on your weight loss so far. You are doing great. I am not hungry with the band either. I swear I can go over 1/2 the day and not eat. I have to force myself to have breakfast. They say that over the next year that can go away but for me loss of hunger is great. Isn't it wonderful to not want food as much and to be more satisfied when you do eat? That is the benefit of the lapband. Good luck.

If you have a GNC close to you go there. They have some great protein products. Good luck.

I agree with Elisabeth. Up your calories for a day then go back down. This will trick your metabolism. Good luck.

After I read both of your responses I got into my car and went to the gym. I wasn't able to do as much cardio as I would have liked but it was a start. Thanks for the feedback.

That makes sense. I probably haven't been as motivated because I have so much to lose. I think I'm mentally ready for the workout challenge now. Good luck.

I can relate. I believe the best method right now would be something formal like a Jenny Craig. My Doctor here in CA did a young patient but I think she was more like 16 years old and was the youngest he had ever performed in the hospital run program. He has done over 300 lapband procedures. I would think if she had a healthy regimin and support like 1:1 consultation that would be best. I wouldn't do Weight Watchers as they 1:1 with Jenny Craig woud be my preference. Good luck. It sounds like she just needs support around the issue.

Hi Melissa, A few days before surgery I couldn't control the tears. In some funny way maybe I was mourning food. I thought to myself, "how have I gotten this far". Then I can to this forum and did a post about my fear. It is natural to be afraid so I'm glad you have this forum to post as well. Congrata on making the life changing decision. I have never looked back now. The first time in my life I've ever lost 30 lbs without dieting. Its so exciting. You will love your band. Its your new best friend. Good luck. Julie

Josephine, Congratuations on your weight loss. I think it is fabulous you were able to use the band the way you have. I needed restriction myself so I've had 3 fills. I'm losing at a steady pace now. I like what your doctor said about being 80% us. That is SO true. Question: Did you exercise a lot to lose your weight? Julie

Hi Khristina, I know there are some doctors out there that let you use diet pills. Does yours want you to stop? If so, you will be okay. I think you will find (probably after you start getting fills) that you will have less hunger. The beauty of the band is less hunger and more satisfaction. Good luck with your surgery. Its been a great experience for me so far and I'm much happier.

Hi Shadylady, Congrats on your 1 year anniversary. You have done beautifully.

I wouldn't do Weight Watchers again if you paid me. I am a yo yo dieter so with the band it has been great. I love not having to monitor my portion control or anything else. Its been a breeze to lose the 30 lbs I have so far. Good luck.