Brigette

Happy Birthday!!!! Wishing you many more. And, we are always here to lend a listening ear. Brigette

I just wanted to offer some words of encouragement to all of you. I've had my Band since 12 Nov 09. I have lost a total of 54 1/2 lbs including (mandatory diet and Pre-op). I have lost on average about 4-5 lbs a month. So, for the most part, I am textbook with the weight-loss. So, though the loss was not fast, it is still coming off and, I am very encouraged. Well, I took my measurements back on 7 Dec 09. I'd completely forgotten about that. I hadn't really checked since then--other than measuring my waist periodically. Shockingly, this is the results: 7 Dec 09 10 July 10 Bust 7 Dec: 47------------ 10 Jul:39 Waist 7 Dec: 48----------- 10 Jul: 35 Hips 7 Dec: 47------------ 10 Jul: 40 Neck 7 Dec:14 1/2--------- 10 Jul: 12 Thigh 26 22 Arms lost 2 inches I know that this is long. But, hopefully it will motivate and encourage someone. Also, I have started jogging. Which has really helped too. Thanks, Brigette

Hi Nean, My surgeon was Dr. Myers from Day One Health. Had a really good experience with the clinic. I am trying to get down to 150 and have 18 more to go. I will likely change my goal number once I get there. Who was your surgeon?

Thanks Guys!! Laura and vlp I have seen your success stories. Keep up the good work. Nean youre Chicago, so am I. I feel what you are saying. I had to start believing in it because a few pounds a month wasn't much. lol I hope all is going well. Brigette

Hi Guys, Count me in. I am hoping to reach goal by then but, i may tweak my numbers by a little. I am trying to loose the final 20 or so lbs. Brigette

Hello Everyone, I am doing well. I am so excited to finally be down just about 50lbs. Today, when I got on the scale I had made it to 49lbs. Running has certainly helped quite a bit. Congrats all on your loss. Amazingly, my loss hasn't been very fast but, I am quite contend with the pace. So, if it takes another few months to lose the last 20 or so lbs., then so be it. Wishing you all well. Brigette

I am 5'4 and my goal is 150. I will likely change this is the weight I remember looking my best at. (at least as an adult).

Name: Marilyn City/State: Chicago IL Banded: Nov. 12, 2009 Lost/Gain: 45 lbs. -- 25 to go. Write something nice about yourself: I think I have a nice smile; try to make others feel good. Something that many may not know about you: I am a triplet. Favorite Mantra or Quote: Do it the best that Marilyn can. Thanks!!!

Hi Everyone, Thought it would be fun to learn more about each other. When I was going through infertility treatments we'd do a weekly or monthly roll call. Please feel free to answer as many as you feel comfortable with. I am wishing everyone well. You can copy the text below and paste it into your post. Name: (Don't have to give real Name or not Last Name) City/State: Banded: (Surgery date) Lost/Gain: (since surgery) Write something nice about yourself: (this may be tough; but, I have started saying affirmations or just a nice thing about self more frequently) Something that many may not know about you: (i.e., I can do a headstand; or split, dance, speak multiple languages) Favorite Mantra or Quote: (Few words that keep you going)

Betsy, I just told my girlfriend, who is scheduled to be banded 17 may, to look for your posts. I said this woman is all knowing. Your advice is appreciated and tends to be very helpful. Wishing you well. You certainly have a knack for advice on most topics. Brigette

Hi, I am doing well. I was banded 11/12/09. I am 1 lb shy of 40 lbs. though not fast, I have been very confortable with loss. i have lost more than 8 inches off my waist. I still have about 30-35 lbs to be at goal. But, feel so much better. Congrats to you all. Brigette

Hi count me in. I would like to be 15 lbs. lighter but, realisticallys speaking I will choose 12 lbs. for the challenge. I currently weigh 184 lbs. I have lost 38 lbs. and would love to be down 50 lbs. by May 9th. Would hopefully this is the motivation I need. I currently have very good restriction but, just not a fast loser but, fine with that.

My husband has been supportive. He feels that there are ups and downs. My infrequent pb's make him nervous but, he is happy with the current loss of 33 lbs. Brigette

Hi, I actually did the program. I stopped at 8 weeks and joined a running group. It was extremely motivating and I was able to run 25 minutes. Unfortunately, I did all training on the treadmill and when I trained outdoors there was a big difference. But, still enjoying. I haven't loss a lot of weight but, a ton of inches. In fact, in my waist, I have lost 7 inches which is truly amazing. Good luck to you. Brigette

I can not eat bread but, I can eat Pasta and rice. I tend not to eat too much of them but, I am capable. Brigette

Hello Everyone, I actually tried the pouch diet this week. It really worked well for me. I am in need of a fill and, I have been on a junk food binge so, I did this and my craving for sweets has subsided in addition, I did lose about 4 lbs. So, for me, it was just a way to get back focused. I followed more of the plan that my Dr. had me on the first few days after surgery and it was basically the same thing. So, I did tweek the 5 day a little. But, what ever it would take to get me back on plan. Brigette

Skymoon has been my biggest motivator. She lets you know that this is really possible. I also like that she writes about her struggles also. Not everything is always rosy. I can't wait for her to get back to the US since having PS. I am sure she will be a success with that also.

Hi Everyone, This is a great thread. I initially planned NOT to tell anyone. But, later this has become so liberating for me. I tell most people and truly don't care what they think. I have gotten some negative--but, I really didn't care. And, I have gotten stronger through out the process. In fact, I initially didn't have my picture up fearing that some would recognize me. But, now, like the song says, "lets give them something to talk about". lol Brigette

Count me in!! Name************Starting**********Current**********Goal Brigette.............221........................198.............. .........150 This is likely too high for goal but it is the only size I can invision where I remember being content.

I would like to join. Hopefully I am understanding this. The objective is to log a certain number of miles within the month. Does it matter if it is jogged or walked. I just started a jogging program. I will commit to 40 miles. Brigette

Hi Jessica, I feel your pain!!! Maybe you could post a typical menu for the "experts" on the board can have a look. A 6 lb. gain sounds like quite a bit. I can't offer much assistance as I haven't had first fill. Wishing you well. Brigette