Exactly ONE month being banded! :)

[Beachy_Babs 5]

Today marks an exact month being banded for me. In total, I have lost about 25 lbs. Since eating normal foods again, my weight loss wasn't so drastic compared to when I only had clear broth and full liquids. I have been back at the gym since my two weeks post op check up with the doctor. I have been doing the elliptical for about 30-45 minutes every day or at least four-five times a week. I know this is only the beginning of my journey, but so far, it has been a fantastic one!

I am learning new things about my body as well as my band each day and I love the fact

that I am making a big effort to make better choices.

I have the REALIZE band and my first fill will be on June 13th. I cannot wait! However, the band seems to be working with my Portion Control already. I hardly eat more than a cup of food.

How is everyone doing with their bands??

[mslena40 0]

Today marks an exact month being banded for me. In total, I have lost about 25 lbs. Since eating normal foods again, my weight loss wasn't so drastic compared to when I only had clear broth and full liquids. I have been back at the gym since my two weeks post op check up with the doctor. I have been doing the elliptical for about 30-45 minutes every day or at least four-five times a week. I know this is only the beginning of my journey, but so far, it has been a fantastic one!

I am learning new things about my body as well as my band each day and I love the fact

that I am making a big effort to make better choices.

I have the REALIZE band and my first fill will be on June 13th. I cannot wait! However, the band seems to be working with my Portion Control already. I hardly eat more than a cup of food.

How is everyone doing with their bands??

[mslena40 0]

Hi Babs88,

This is the first time I've made a comment on the forum!

Congratulations on your journey. I got banded April 4th, I also have the Realize. I get my first fill on the 9th. I have been discouraged because the weight is not coming off. I know, I know....... My appetite is normal although sometimes I'm afraid to eat because I don't want to gain back any of the weight I lost initially. I actually can eat the same amount of food I did before the band, and a few times I did, but I generally don't. Since Jan. I have lost a total of 41 pounds with 120 to go. I'm glad that things are going well for you and I pray your continued success!!!

[joleng5 9]

25 lbs in 1 month that is great!! i'm hoping to do that good. I will be getting my band June 9th and am sooo excited. keep up the good work and keep us updated on your progress.

[Beachy_Babs 5]

MsLena, 41 lbs is great!!! Especially since April! Hmph...one question : How fast are you eating?

Do you wait in between bites? My doctor says I have to wait 10 minutes in between meals, but realistically, that's just insane... I tried that for two weeks and barely got three bites in. So I called again and he said I can wait 2 minutes or so in between if I chew thoroughly and have small bites.

It's so tempting to shove a whole bunch of food in my mouth because that's what I did prior to surgery, but i gotta stop myself.

[Beachy_Babs 5]

Joleng ! I am so excited for you! Remember to log and take weekly photos of yourself!

That's what I have been doing and I am so glad I did.

[SIPS in Seattle 344]

Congrats everyone!

Today was my first fill... I was more nervous than I was at the surgery LOL How silly is that?

My one month will be this coming Sunday.

How was getting back to the gym? I just bought a year membership to 24hr fitness yesterday. I'm excited to get going.

[mslena40 0]

MsLena, 41 lbs is great!!! Especially since April! Hmph...one question : How fast are you eating?

Do you wait in between bites? My doctor says I have to wait 10 minutes in between meals, but realistically, that's just insane... I tried that for two weeks and barely got three bites in. So I called again and he said I can wait 2 minutes or so in between if I chew thoroughly and have small bites.

It's so tempting to shove a whole bunch of food in my mouth because that's what I did prior to surgery, but i gotta stop myself.

[mslena40 0]

41 lbs since January, not April. I never considered myself a fast eater, I am always the last one to finish. I was never told to wait any amount of time in between chewings, but I will consider that. I do thoroughly chew my food.

Thanks!