minpinmom

Okay, so I am dealing with blisters on my heels for the first time I can remember. (I wasn't too active up to this point). I joined the gym and am having a blast until the dreaded Blister. First, let me introduce you to the cause of the problem. My new shoes (which I really liked before they decided to rub me the wrong way - hehe). They are from New Balance and are actually pretty comfy. I paid $35.00 for them at TJ MAX. I am not going to hold this against them for long - everyone needs a second chance. My blister is not too pretty. I got it last week - and haven't been able to do the treadmill because of it. The picture was taken today, I think 5 or 6 days after it showed up. So, thanks to everyones suggestions, I went to Walgreens to see if they had Band-Aids for Blisters and they did! I bought them and a Blister Block Stick. It is supposed to slick up your heel so that there is no friction, thus, no blister. I tried them today and was able to workout like normal. It still felt a little tender, but it was do-able. The Band-Aid Blister Covers were $4.99 and the Band-Aid Blister Block was $6.99. I would suggest them to everyone - I wished I would have known about them before the "incident"

I loved Ali on The Biggest Loser - and I couldn't believe she won! It was such an awesome transformation. The men look great and lose so much weight, but the women's looks change so much. I can't wait to lose a significant amount of weight and it be noticeable. Too funny about your hubby falling off - I have to hold on - I have horrible balance and I would totally fall.

lol, I agree with the price of gas - my hubby is getting a motorcycle for that very reason. I can't wait to be thin enough to look good on the back of it! I have never seen blister bandaids, I am so going to WalMart tomorrow morning to try some! I went to the gym today and wore some tennis shoes that don't have backs - I could ride the bike, but I kept walking out of them on the treadmill. I had been looking at bodybuggs - and then noticed them on The Biggest Loser too - I think I was addicted to that show this year. I still LOVE my Bugg - it doesn't lie - this week has been crazy and it keeps letting me know - girl - you ain't gonna lose weight if you keep this up! I just wish it would zap me when I eat the wrong things!

The booklet my Dr. gave me at pre-op, said no "rough sex" for 3 months. He said we can have sex as soon as you feel up to it - be careful and nothing "rough" I wonder if his definition and my definition is the same!

The gym WAS going great, but I have a HUGE blister on my heel from new workout shoes. I have taken 3 days off - but I will probably go back with some backless tennis shoes - hopefully I will be as motivated. :-)

If you just had a fill, you should be on liquids until your stomach's swelling goes down. My Dr. has you on liquids for 4 days following a fill, then soft foods for 4 days. Then you start adding real food. There would be no way I would be able to eat real food right after a fill. Your stomach needs time to get back to normal - it is irritated and mad at the tightening it feels.

It sounds like you are doing GREAT - My Dr. wants me to lose 1-2 lbs a week - a friend of mine got a fill 2 weeks ago and she was too tight, but didn't want to tell him because she wanted to lose the weight fast - she finally broke down and went in she had lost like 15lbs in the past 2 weeks - he gave her a complete unfill (she was also sick from it). He was very angry with her and told her to go on liquids for a week, then come back in 2 for a slight fill. I am a little jealous when I hear people with huge weight losses, but I just keep telling myself that I will get there - and probably at the same time they will. Bodies have a way of evening themselves out. Keep up the great work - the time before fills is the HARDEST. And thanks for going easy on a Republican here! :-)

That cracks me up! You have such a wonderful sense of humor and a great writing style! Keep writing! Oh, and I have nothing good to add - I didn't have to do a pre-op, other than the day before - and that one day, I thought I was going to die!

This has nothing to do with being banded, but last night my hubby and I took my mom to Barnes and Nobles to a book signing with Laura and Jenna Bush (we are total Republican Dorks). We originally only got 2 wrist bands to enter and them my mom found out and wanted to go, so I gave her my wrist band. So, I was going just to watch and take pictures. Some NICE lady gave me a band when I got there - so I got to go in. We stood in line forever and finally got up there. They were so nice and SO beautiful. I guess I was starstruck, they spoke to us like we were old friends. I was totally impressed. So, we noticed cameramen everywhere - not nearly as many as Secret Servicemen. Wow - talk about hot! But anyway, when we got home, we sat down to watch the news and there we were! They filmed us standing in line! Oh, and TV does add 10lbs hehe. The first picture is of my Mom and My Hubby standing in line (you can see a Secret Service Dude in the background) And the Second picture is a distant shot of Laura and Jenna.

That would be great - it is so much nicer to work out with someone!

I am so stinking proud of myself I can't stand it! I am now a member of Gold's Gym. I started going last week with my girlfriend (had a free week going with her) However, she could only go twice - so after much complaining, the hubby said to do it. I did. I talked them into only a 1 year contract. Currently they only do 2 year contracts at 19.99 a month. Well, there is no way I am going to commit to a 2 year contract. This is my first time to ever be a gym rat, and who knows how long it will last. As the hubby says, I am very fickle. So, I begged and pleaded and they let me sign a 1 year contract at 24.95 a month. I think that was pretty fair. Tonight was my second night to go in a row - and of course, today I went and bought workout shoes (because I had none), sure enough I am now the proud owner of a quarter sized blister on my right heel. This sucks! I have been researching ways to keep from getting blisters and to help them go away sooner. Any idea how long I need to stay off of it - I am dying to go back tomorrow - any ideas would be greatly appreciated!

I just read about that stick too - so I can get it at like a large pharmacy? I went today and bought some "running" socks - they are supposed to "wick" the moisture away from my feet - but my feet didn't sweat - I think it was the friction. I will try your 2 sock plan. Thanks for the advice!

I am so stinking proud of myself I can't stand it! I am now a member of Gold's Gym. I started going last week with my girlfriend (had a free week going with her) However, she could only go twice - so after much complaining, the hubby said to do it. I did. I talked them into only a 1 year contract. Currently they only do 2 year contracts at 19.99 a month. Well, there is no way I am going to commit to a 2 year contract. This is my first time to ever be a gym rat, and who knows how long it will last. As the hubby says, I am very fickle. So, I begged and pleaded and they let me sign a 1 year contract at 24.95 a month. I think that was pretty fair. Tonight was my second night to go in a row - and of course, today I went and bought workout shoes (because I had none), sure enough I am now the proud owner of a quarter sized blister on my right heel. This sucks! I have been researching ways to keep from getting blisters and to help them go away sooner. Any idea how long I need to stay off of it - I am dying to go back tomorrow - any ideas would be greatly appreciated!

Hey gang, I just joined Golds Gym in Conroe and wanted to know if any of you gals go there? If so, we could be workout buddies!

Wow, you seem to be handling this so well! A friend of mine went to the Dr., they did blood work on her and told her she was pregnant! She didn't have a boyfriend or anything. Come to find out, she had the same thing you did. She had surgery and lost a TON of weight. Apparently hers was causing some major hormones that were causing her to gain weight. I think she is on some sort of hormone replacement, similar to after menapause. She is doing great and so Happy with the surprising weight loss! Good Luck and keep us informed.

A gazillion years ago I worked for Harry and David - and they do the best baskets. Very high quality foods. They also do small monthly items (truffles of the month, fruit of the month, jams, etc.)

I have been trying to eat Tuna everyday for lunch and have found lots of useful recipes on here. Here is my new concoction. 1 Pack of Tuna - 90 Calories 2-3 TBSP Black Beans - ~30 Calories 1 TBSP Pace 5 cheese Sauce ~40 Calories (found near regular salsa) 1 TBSP Daisy Light Sour Cream ~20 Calories (Normally I use maybe a Tsp, a little goes a long way) Salt Pepper Heat first 3 ingredients, stir, salt and pepper. Top with sour cream, also good with salsa, fresh tomatoes and avocado. Less than 200 calories. Really good in a pita or on crackers or just by itself.

Man, sorry you had to deal with that. I haven't known anyone that has dealt with it. Please keep us informed of your journey!

I didn't get to make it this morning, but count me in for next time! Also, if you start a walking group - I am SO IN!

Congrats ladies! I haven't had mine for very long and have talked 3 or 4 of my friends into buying one. I either need to get a job with them, or invest in their stock! I love my bugg!

Good Luck!

99 dollars a year or you can pay month by month, but it is more expensive that way.