NY - NYC/Long Island

[Jyoyonomore 319]

Maybe I'll get to the November meeting. Hope all is well I'm feeling good started purée food this week & up to walking 2 miles a day. I be gone from a size 22 pant to 18. Hope I can keep losing at a steady pace thru the end of year but expecting a stall. But it's the marathon not the sprint right!????????????????????????

[thesuse2000 698]

Hi all - I'm glad to have found this thread! I'm in NYC and would love to attend the next event!

I'll look out for the next one.

[lisacaron 5,075]

Personal trainer recommendation:

Does anyone on the south shore Nassau County know if a good one who works with WLS patients? Thx

@@Rocky1 I am a member of LA fitness. I have found a lot of success with their personal trainers there. I live in Patchogue usually see the trainers from that facility but they have trainers all over if your interested in that.

My routine is I will do the cardio work outs on my own, either walking, biking, or elliptical at least 3-4 times a week. The trainer does the weight and fitness training with me and I try to meet at least 2x a week with the trainer so that I have recovery time in between depending on the muscle group I am usually sore for a couple of days.

Edited November 14, 2014 by lisacaron

[lisacaron 5,075]

Hope everyone enjoyed the Thanksgiving Holiday!!! If your like me...and enjoyed it a bit too much and are maybe feeling a little "off track" Here is a little help you get back on track today!

Not so long ago, you were energetic and determined to start your healthy lifestyle. Starting with enthusiasm and hope, you watched your food intake diligently, exercised like it was going out of style, and even avoided the temptation that seemed to lurk around every corner. You were confident that you were going to reach your goals once and for all!

Then certain tragedy struck! The Holiday’s came along as they do every year…or perhaps it’s your birthday, or just a very stressful time in your life. No matter the reason or the season...maybe ate an extra piece of cake or a second serving of your favorite food. Thinking to yourself that you had “blown” your eating plan, you ate another and another and couldn’t get it together the next day either.

You missed one workout, and that turned into a whole week away from the gym. After that, your momentum to start over again was gone, and your gym bag hasn’t left the closet since.

Or worse (like me!) it's a combination of these two!!!!

Every time you misstep on your healthy journey, you have two choices: to keep walking backwards, which will surely take you even further away from your goals; or to accept your lack of perfection as normal and forgivable, and take not one, but two positive steps down the path that brings your closer to the future you want.

If you’re reading this, you might have been walking backwards for a while. But instead of waiting for the next day, week, month or even year to overhaul your habits, start TODAY. And start small. You can’t go from the recliner to running or from burgers to Brussels sprouts in an afternoon. But you can do one, two or even a handful of small things that will help you regain your momentum for healthy living.

When you feel like getting back on track is overwhelming, try one (or more) of these small steps each day.

1. Try a short workout. Even five minutes is better than nothing.
2. Try a new recipe. Cooking healthy foods can be fun and it never has to be bland.
3. Eat a healthy Breakfast. Your morning meal sets the stage for the rest of your day, so start if off right.

4. Drink your Water. Try to aim for 8 cups each day and you’ll feel the difference!
5. Read the message boards for inspiration! Seeing how others overcome similar struggles and obstacles can be a great source of motivation.
6. Track your food today. No matter how it adds up, you’ll learn from it.
7. Update your profile on your favorite calorie/fitness tracker! It’s a visual way to track your ups and downs, but also your progress.

8. Share your goals. Whether you post them on the Message Boards or share them with a friend, you’ll be more accountable.
9. Exercise for 10 minutes. Jump rope, march in place, or do some crunches. Small amounts do add up to something big!
10. Find a buddy. Get support from friends, whether you need someone to listen or a mentor to give you ideas and encouragement.
11. Take a walk. Don’t worry about how long or far you go—just get out there!
12. Create a motivational collage. Include pictures of your goal and reasons why you want to get there.
13. Go shopping for some healthy foods. Create a shopping list and stick to it.
14. Check the nutrition facts before you go out to eat. That way, you can make an informed choice.
15. Ride your bike. Even a leisurely ride has benefits for your body and mind.
16. Work in the yard. Gardening and yard work is a great way to add activity to your day. (I know I have lots of leaves to rake!)
17. Take the stairs. Even if this is the only thing you do all day, you’ll feel stronger for it.
18. Revamp your goals, aim for a certain milestone, such as 3 pounds this week or walking 10,000 steps, and then reward yourself with a nonfood item!
19. Listen to an inspirational song. Better yet, make a playlist of them so you can turn to it whenever you need a boost.
20. Revamp your menu for the week. Sometimes it’s easier to get back on track when you have a clean slate.
21. Measure your portions. It’s a simple way to learn how much you’re eating.
22. Eat a piece of fruit. Even if 5-9 servings of fruit and vegetables sounds impossible to you, one is doable.
23. Slow down during meals. You’ll be less likely to overeat and more likely to enjoy your meal.
24. Play! What kids call “play,” we often call “exercise” Play a sport, a game, or use the playground equipment to bring the fun back into fitness.
25. Learn something new. Sometimes simply taking a quiz or reading an article about nutrition, fitness, or health can change your mindset and get you back on track.

With healthy eating and exercising, as long as you’re consistently out-stepping your steps back, you’re ahead of the game. If you expect perfection (and many of us do), you’re setting yourself up for disappointment and guilt.

You CAN get back on track today. Even if you’re moving slowly, you’ll be moving in the right direction!

[judyk631 2]

Having sleeve on jan 12 stressing out hoping not 2 mess it up

[thesuse2000 698]

Hi judyk631

Are you in the NY area? What are you afraid you'll mess up? You can get through it all!

FYI - you've posted in a thread that's not too active, so not too many folks will see it here.

Having sleeve on jan 12 stressing out hoping not 2 mess it up

[Jyoyonomore 319]

Having sleeve on jan 12 stressing out hoping not 2 mess it up

@@judyk631 I gather by the area code your in Suffolk. I'm on Long Island as well. I'm 8 weeks PostOp VSG. Having my surgery was/ is one of my best decisions

So what's your concern . mess up what?

And yes this is a quiet thread that can always change.

[gowalking 10,790]

Hi all. The thread is quiet because we haven't had a support group meeting in a while. Apologies for that but it seems that life tends to get in the way. Lisa and I have been working behind the scenes though to come up with topics and venues and we hope to have information on the next get together shortly. Thanks for all your patience and please feel free to suggest venues local for you and topics you are interested in.

I think it might be worth investigating using this thread as a virtual venue between actual face to face meetings. I'll surely discuss it with Lisa and we'll keep you posted.

[judyk631 2]

Yes I am on long island ny jam 13is my date starting prep last. Day of the year I am a mess hope I do everything right

[judyk631 2]

Suffolk south shore

[gowalking 10,790]

You'll do fine Judy. It's scary because it's new but you'll get used to it and I'm sure you will have as much success as I have.

[judyk631 2]

Thanks a little nervous don't no what to except

[sleeveee 23]

Judy: It's normal to be somewhat nervous. Just take it day by day, shake by shake, sip by sip!

I agree that you will do fine. You presumably researched this decision well, and all will go your way. This is not to say that there may be some setbacks or small inconveniences along the way. Overall, though, I'm sure you'll be happy with your decision.

A bit about me: I'm seeing my surgeon early in January. I'm still hoping to have my lap band revised to a sleeve. I had to have the Fluid taken out of my band, and my weight is uuuuppp!

Best to you and to all of the NYC/LI group! ~~ Barbara

[lisacaron 5,075]

I hope everyone is enjoying the Holiday Season!!!

As this year winds up and a new year is set to unfold, lets take some time to reflect on what we have accomplished in the past year as well as what goals we set for ourselves.

Did we reach those goals?

If not....lets ask ourselves where we are in relation to those goals. Did we get close...or did we fail to make a start? Did we give up? Do we need to revise the goal to make it more attainable for us?

Lets begin to think about and write down some of our goals for the new year. Not just in weight loss, but in all area's of our lives. Health, well being, financial independence, work, family, schooling.

Perhaps this year we might start something new, perhaps make a commitment to keeping a journal, taking scuba or sky diving lessons, practicing and participating in a race....

What are some of your goals, and what are you looking forward to in this new year?

Liz and I are discussing putting a meeting together on January 10th. The date is tentative at this point, but keep following the thread and we will have more information to you soon!

Happy Holidays!!! Be safe, happy and healthy wherever you find yourself as you ring in the New Year!

[gowalking 10,790]

The next meeting of the NYC/Long Island Bariatric Pal Support Group will be held on Sunday, January 11th, from 2PM till 4 PM at The Atrium at 805 Third Avenue.

The building is on Third Ave between 49th and 50th Streets.

The Atrium is at the back of the space on the lower level.

Topics of discussion will be surrounding post holiday 'damage' and how to minimize it heading into the New Year. We will also discuss starting a clothing swap which we think is a handy option to constantly buying clothes in varying sizes...especially for special occasions.