jllybean1982

I eat about 1000 calories a day, sometimes 1200. I exercise 5 days a week which includes, brisk walking, the elliptical, and weight training. Kelly- To translate kgs to pounds, multiply # of kg's X 2.2

I have been banded since May 13 and have lost 55.5 pounds. I went from 249 to 194. I found that the best thing for me was exercise. I have had 3 fills so far, my fourth one is next week. Are you keep track of calories? I have 7cc in a 10cc band. I can still eat a decent amount of food, however certain things do get stuck (most bread, most chicken unless it's tender, some green veggies). I hope that your weight loss picks up, but at least you're down 20 pounds! I know I wouldn't be down 55.5 pounds without my band! Hang in there!

Hi Shannon! I know your weight loss seems slow, but you're losing about a pound a week which is where they want you! Judging from what you're eating, I'm thinking you aren't eating enough! You need about 1000 calories a day or your body will think it's starving. Lean Cuisines contain alot of sodium, so three of those a day may not be the best idea. Do you exercise? Exercising has been my lifesaver. My weight loss really picked up when I started exercising. Even if you don't start out doing alot, if you're moving, it'll help. Good luck Shannon! :puke:

I had my 3rd fill September 24 and have totally given up bread. It isn't worth the pain to me. If I eat red meat, it has to be cooked medium rare, cuz if it's overcooked, it'll get stuck. I cant do chicken. Pasta goes down fine for me. I think everyone is different when it comes to what gets stuck and what wont, but meat and bread seem to be common things that get stuck alot!

Angel and Elikis- Good luck to both you on your surgery! It will be fine! :puke:

I'm sorry that your in so much pain! The first week was really rough for me....it felt like someone hit me in the gut with a truck! It does get better. One thing that does disturb me is that you're being released back to work so early! I was off for two weeks. Does your job require any kind of lifting? If it does and you go back, be extremely careful! I hope things get better for you soon! Hang in there!

I'm thinking ur a little too tight Monkeymama! I wouldn't take that chance, especially if you're traveling!

It was 6 weeks for me!

Thanks for the motivation guys! Good luck to everyone! You're all doing really well! Leeanne

Hey guys! I just got weighed in today and I'm down to 199.7 pounds!!! :biggrin: I haven't been under 200 in a few years! I'm so excited! My total weight loss is 49.8! :thumbup:

nice work on your weight loss Girl55!!! :thumbup: I know exactly what you mean Btrieger. I've had patients crack ribs from a bad cough! I LOVE my band, but sometimes it's frustrating cuz I am so scared to mess it up!

Hey guys! This is a really stupid question, but I had to ask it! :thumbup: I have a cold and a dry cough. It's not hacking, but it's persistant. I read a post on here awhile ago where someone said coughing caused their band to slip? Can this happen? I keep worrying and my friend was like "just ask your forum people!" LOL Thanks for your time guys! Leeanne :thumbup: