PGAMike

Some great insight on this topic. I think I have pushed the envelope faster then I should of, but I am already playing while walking 18 holes of golf and I am 9 days post op, at about 80% golf swing speed as before, no pain at all. I posted early on this topic that I too questioned about a fill since I am still losing weight. Well, LOL, I am still losing weight, but I am now getting hungry more often, and found that I can eat with little restiction. I still eat in moderation, but feel I could still go on. I still plan on waiting till the weight loss stalls, but, maybe a little more restriction could be in order for me. Thanks, Mike

First full 18 hole round Thursday (9 days post-op), everything feels fine, and no pain the next day. I found myself swinging at about 60% power, and maybe ended up at about 80% by the end of the day. Progressing allot faster then I had thought.

Pete, you have lost 71 lbs. in 3 months? That is amazing. I am at about 100 lbs what I was when I played in college, and I have done other diets and such over the years, and it seemed everytime I had dropped about 50-60 pounds, my game went to crap. it is a whole new swing, more upright instead of flat and swinging around and large ass and belly. Oh well, I look forward to those challenges, and not having to ever change again after that.

Thanks, I went out today, and played 9 holes at my home course. Swung at about 60% power, clubed up 1-2 on the irons, and did not do too bad. I shot one over, but only hit 4 greens, so the chipping game saved me. I can't imagine swinging 100% for at least 2-3 more weeks. I have a big tournament in 2 weeks, and hope to be able to play in it. My only problem is it is over 100 degrees in So Cal, and getting enough water without over drinking.

I do think there is way, way, way more good then bad. I just think it is human nature to post the bad, and get feedback. SO for every bad post, I am sure there are 25 positive ones that don't get posted. Hang in there, you will come to the right conclusion for you.

My Dr. is a little less conservative I think. I started with mushies after 4 days. As long as I don't drink while eating, or wait 30 minutes after eating, I still get full pretty quick. I have been walking alot. Went to the gym 2 days ago, and did 10 minutes of light cardio, elliptical (no pulling with arms). Although would have been nice to use as an excuse for about 6 weeks, even ventured out and did some yard work, in the 100 degree So Cal climate. Definately loving so far, just hop I am not pushing it too fast, was planning on trying some golf tomorrow.

I am an avid golfer, and play on several mini tours, and Canadian Tour events. How soon has anyone got the sticks back out? I have read many posts saying 6 weeks, but my Dr. said as soon as I feel up to it. Well it has only been a week, and I feel up to it. What damage can you do if it is too soon? I know John Daly was hitting balls after 10 days, although he is probably not the best example to follow. LOL!!! Thanks, Mike

I am in the same boat, was banded on 7-7-09 as well, and I am still losing. Shoot me a PM when you decide to get a fill, and where you are at. I too was going to wait till the weight lost slowed down or stopped. Good Luck

I have had my band for only a week, and I am very pleased so far. I lost 25 pounds in the first week, and a know it will tapper off, now that the swealing of the stomache has gone down and more food can get in, but it has given me that jump start, and I am way more cautious about what I eat. Good luck

Good luck on your band, that is my birthday.:frown: I have been forgoing the liquid Lortab Elixer, mainly because it tastes so bad, and tuffing it out. Just wrapped up day 4, and I feel like I can actually go and swing a club, very minor pain. It is killing me to not get out and be active, just afraid I would rip a stitch or pull my port loose, if it has not healed.

Mine took quite some time. I am with Blue Cross, Blue Shield. I think from my initial consultation, to surgery date (7/7/09) was 3 months. My BMI was 40, with no other complications. Good Luck!!!