MrsBahuna

I have been pursuing Lap-Band Surgery since last February (2009) after my nurse practitioner recommended it at my annual physical.  I appreciated her discussing the "elephant in the room" and she has been there to help me prepare for the surgery.  I'm scheduled for surgery 1-14-10, after nearly one year of preparation.  I'm glad I've had the time to establish new habits which include exercise and making healthier food choices.  I have lost about 15 lbs but I've improved my strength and my ability to ambulate.  I previously was using a leg brace due after two knee surgeries.  I was in constant pain at a level 6-7 and each day was exhausted due to the pain.  I've been swimming regularly since last May and I no-longer wear the leg brace and best of all, my pain is frequently PAIN FREE or at a level of only 2.  This in itself helps motivate me to keep exercising!!  I'm so excited to finally "jump off the high-dive to a new me and a new life  that is no longer being held back by my size!!!  Praise God!!