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I do all of the balance games, step aerobics (took me some time to get the rhythm of this), hula hoop, short distance running in place (actually I walk in place). I also do only the standing yoga. I also do the fitness on the disk that comes with the game. I use 5 different Miis so that I can do it five times in a row as it only allows you to do it once a day. The soccer balance game is a hoot!

Its been quite some time since I was last here. I finally had my first fill since my surgery on January 16th of this year. I do indeed feel restriction from my first fill. I started out losing fast and then it slowed as I was eating more. I am now at 200 lbs and expect to break it by the end of this week. 6 days a week of exercise is a part of my life now. I especially enjoy working out with the Wii Fit game. It is fun and not difficult and you do indeed get a good work out.

Congratulations to lucky five! I hit my halfway point too. As of today 67 lost and and 65 to go. The five day pouch test link: Surgical Weight Loss 5 Day Pouch Test It really worked for me as I had gained 3 lbs. I did the pouch diet and dropped 5 lbs and even more today. I did drop quite a bit of liquids as I was tinkling all week from drinking 68 ounces of water. I normally drink 6 oz glasses of water. I do take a water pill. I was not hungry when I followed it either.

Wow! I just want to share with you that the 5 day Pouch test really does work! I was stalled as I starting taking in too many carbs. I lost 5 lbs on the pouch test. I also feel the tightness in my band again.

What food measurement are you currently eating? When I started feeling hungry my nutritionist suggested I go from a quarter of a cup to a half of a cup of food 3x a day. Once you get through the healing stage your doc might suggest you to eat more fibrous foods which will keep you full longer.

You are absolutely right about the band playing a part in my weight loss. It certainly gave me the jump I needed to get going. My doctor said as long as I am losing the weight there was not a need for a fill. I will not have the band removed as I am sure I will need a fill sooner or later. I am to request a fill when I have not lost any weight for 2 weeks. I feel so much better as I no longer have sleep apnea, I can walk much better with my bum knees and I stopped taking my BP med (Ace inhibitor) however, I still take the water pill to prevent fluid build up. My workout is much easier and a friend insist the Soy protein I use mixed with the no sugar Carnation Breakfast drink, apples and a banana is speeding up my metabolism somewhat. I am loyal to avoid eating junk food and fried foods. Haven't had any since before my surgery this past January.

Hi Everyone, I guess you can call me the ultimate lurker because I rarely post but I see the post quite often. Yesterday my doctor informed me that I was losing the weight on my own as my band is unfilled. I have never had a fill since my surgery on January 16, 2009. I eat a cup of food 3X a day without snacks. I add my fruits to my protein drink.

Hi Everyone, I guess you can call me the ultimate lurker because I rarely post but I see the post quite often. Yesterday my doctor informed me that I was losing the weight on my own as my band is unfilled. I have never had a fill since my surgery on January 16, 2009. I eat a cup of food 3X a day without snacks. I add my fruits to my protein drink.

It has been awhile since I've posted here but Katy you have been on my mind often and I have and will continue to pray for you. I believe you are on the mend thanks to your new surgeon and you have weathered the storm. The best is coming. Keep the faith and hang in there. Toi

I am praying for you too and look forward to hearing what your doctor had to say. Toi

Hi Everyone, Its been a while since I've posted to this board. I was banded on January 16, 2009 and have lost 50 lbs so far. Is this unusual or too fast a loss for lap band surgery? I do everything the Doctor, nurse and nutritionist tell me to do. I also measure my food to assure the right amount. I was on 1/4 cup of food 3x a day for the first 2 months and now I am eating 1/2 cup three times a day. Toi

Thank-you for the compliment and I must admit that I for the most part do everything the doctor, nurse and nutritionist says. However, I had a few lap banders tell me it is unusual to lose 50lbs in 4 months.

Hi I a new to the sixties forum and I just discovered it today while I was lurking around Lap Band Talk; I was banded on 1/16/09 and so far I have lost 50lbs. Is it unusual to lose 50lbs in 4 months? url=http://www.TickerFactory.com/weight-loss/wbLuJjb/] [/url]

I was banded on Jan 16, 2009 and I am currently on soft foods. I am only allowed 1/4 cup of food 3 times a day. It was the same for liquids and I will only be allowed 1/4 cup of food per day when I go on maintenance. I have lost 35lbs so far.

Hi, I sure hope everyone is doing well and I am praying for Katy. That awful surgeon should be stopped doing lap band surgery. I am doing well and now 5 weeks post op and have lost quite a bit of weight. Since the dehydration incident I have followed literally my doctor's and nutritionist orders. I am now enjoying soft foods. I was given the go ahead and workout by my physician. I am working out on a cardio cruiser for 15 minutes a day at this time. Toy

Did anybody have to eat 2oz. all the way through the pureed, soft foods and maintenance diets? this is the protocol for me. Toy Surgery January 16,2009

Hi, Would someone tell me how to paste my weight tracker code on the board here? Toy

I am praying for you to have closure of the problems and to be re banded with positive results. <a href="http://www.TickerFactory.com/weight-loss/wbLuJjb/"> <img border="0" src="http://tickers.TickerFactory.com/ezt/t/wbLuJjb/weight.png"></a> Toy

I was banded on 1/16 and now on pureed foods and actually enjoyed the 1/4 cup of a scrambled egg for Breakfast and Mashed potatoes in the same amount for dinner. I am not hungry because I do feel satisfied. I guess following the liquid diet for two weeks did the trick. My challenge is not to taste the food while cooking for my guys.

Hi, I got sicker! When I went in ofr my first follow-up appointment this wednesday My doctor had me immediately admitted. I was indeed dehydrated. They also said the liquids were backed up in my pouch and told me to lean to the right after I eat or drink to empy the pouch. I feel brand new and just a little hungry. I will be sipping all day with 15 to 30 minutes in between depended on how much Ihad to drink. I start my pureed foods tomorrow. So far since my 1/16 surgery I have lost 26lbs.

This is good news to me...I am a water drinker and used to drink at least 20 ounces every morning with my meds. Thanks for letting me know. Toy

QUESTION FOR EVERYONE: When you were on the phase one and two diet how much was a sip for you? How much at one time were you allowed? I barely get my mouth wet because I am afraid of taking in too much and too fast. For those past this stage, how much do you drink at one time? Toy

fantastic! Praise the lord!!!

I am better now and I do have an adjustable sleep number bed that I am pleased with. I have been sleeping practically sitting up since the surgery. I generally drink water two or three times before bed because I am really thirsty. Those small sips and at 2 0zs at a time is somewhat frustrating, however I am dealing with it. Toy