Anyone in college?

[tamarlarae 11]

I was just wondering how you did in school? Luckily, I take online classes so I'm not physically going anywhere, but were you able to still keep up? I am going to post this in the "teens" section too just in case.

[@DomLorenVSG 107]

I'm a graduate student at Auburn University, a single mom, and I work full time for the University. Not only did I do it, but it worked in my advantage. I prep all my food on Sunday's, and I have healthy Snacks with me, and I utilize my work fridge. I took all the crappy food out of my diet, and the walking was really good for me. My biggest issues were social changes- ie going out to lunch or dinner, or being invited out for drinks. I just can't do it. I tried. It always ended badly with me getting sick, over doing it, or eating bad food. I've really changed how I eat socially. I did however start picinicing here and there, which has been fun. I pack chopped up fruits and some light snack foods and on lunch I'll meet with friends and eat out side- THAT has been a huge success. :0)

[tamarlarae 11]

I'm in grad school right now so I am nervous about the time I'll be down. Since I have online classes I can do a lot more on my couch/bed but I'm afraid of being too tired.

[@DomLorenVSG 107]

First couple of weeks were the hardest, tired and fatigued, but after my body got use to living off of low calories- I had no problems. I went back to working out 5 days a week when my doctor cleared me 3 weeks out.

[Nicolanz 1,484]

I did my surgery in the middle of the semester and it was difficult to keep focused but doable. I had a newborn too so I think you'll be alright! Good luck!

[Denn 66]

Great thread! I'm a student too, and I was worried about it too. I'll be taking some college classes but not such a heavy course load. I think food prep will be key b

[tamarlarae 11]

Awesome thanks ladies!!

[Khawk7921 5]

I'm going back to my university in mid August 2 months after my surgery and will be living on campus and eating in the doing hall I hope that's not going to be a big struggle for me

[@DomLorenVSG 107]

Don't worry!! After you are sleeved, food will be an after thought, you won't be starving... I just survived Las Vegas buffets and it was bizzarre going in there seeing all the amazing food and really not being tempted at all! One bite of a few items and you will be stuffed! The sleeve will be your bff when it comes to portion control! Just eat slow and remember to make good choices. 3 bites of a bagel, or a half a piece of fruit the decision is yours- and truly affects how fast you lose your weight!

[Sharshar09 3]

I'm in nursing school and it is constantly on my mind about how I am going to cope... My director had the lap band done so she is supportive of me but I'm wondering about being able to focus in class and keeping up with studying after surgery it's nerve racking!