Hi there,
I was banded last year. Last year March, I weighed 441 lbs and could barely walk half a city block. It was horrible. Now 13 months after my banding, I am able to walk for a few miles. I am not embarrassed to be seen outside and even on a bad day, I feel better than I've felt in years! This was by far the best thing I've done in 20+ years.
I love the way I feel now and what i am able to do. I am able to play my guitar again without my stomach getting in the way.
Life is so much better =)