My personal Update.

[AZPete 20]

Well its been about 2 1/2 months since surgery. All is well. I run 2 miles everyday, no longer drink alcohol, only Water, no coffee, etc. I feel great I have lost a total of 80lbs. and counting. I have only had one fill of 3cc's. I have found that eating with this restriction can and is difficult. I have spit up food on about 6 occasions. It seems to mee that I need to leave off that one last bite, before it throws me over the edge. Question, is that PBing. I am scheduled for another fill on the 15th of June, I do not think I will ask for anymore. I am loosing quit rapidly, and do not suffer from hunger. Either way I love this band, and most of all, I love how I feel. I am working out like I used to. No more excuses. I will say that the band is only 1/3 of what I am doing. It is only a tool. The rest is will power, exercise, and dedication. I have gone from a 52" waist to a 42". I will reach my goal weight in the next few months. Best thing I did was deciding to be proud of my decision. I have never lied or hidden what I have done.

[horns10 0]

80 POUNDS IN 2 1/2 MONTHS??!??!

HOLY COW!!

That is awesome, what exactly is your diet like??

I got my band on April 12th and had my first fill this past Monday. When I got my band my surgeon filled it with 1 cc and on Mon I got an additional 2 cc's...

Since then i've PB'd twice (finally getting proper restriction looks like) and i've lost about 19 lbs so far, wish I was closer to your number of lbs lost.

[AZPete 20]

Best meal is the McDonald's southwest chicken salad. 420 calories with the dressing. So good. I eat alot of grilled chicken, salad, fish, veggies. No carbs from bread, zero bread Pasta rice potatoes etc. I make the best food choices I can. I eat what I want though. I only want food that will promote my success. No booze no coffee no ice cream, etc. I follow the rules to a tee, no Water with meals etc. And I exercise like a fiend.

[mypov 0]

You are doing so great! I agree, the band is only a tool. There are plenty of ways to work around it and you really do have to be dedicated to changing your lifestyle. I've become so much more physically active as well- but not to the point of being able to run 2 miles...yet. Way to go!

[Sula 0]

I want to congratulate you on your astounding weight loss. I'm truly amaze and impressed. In my almost 5 months post surgery, I've lost 36 pounds. So, whatever your doing is really working for you!! I cannot imagine running so soon after your surgery, when did you start?

You certainly are a motivator. I have been thinking about your post since I read it last night. Keep up the great work.

Shawn

[AZPete 20]

I started running about three weeks out. It began with power walking on the treadmill only, followed by walking and running, then the heavy running started soon after. If I had the time I would and can run three miles easy. Its all about determination. Runners high is the best.

[Sula 0]

Well, you are to be commended for your determination and success. I'm going to use this to further my motivation and determination. I couldn't stand that much jarring three weeks post surgery..too tender and if I recall, the dr said no strenous exercise for 6 weeks...I did start sooner, but it has been hit and miss until recently.

This weekend I spend climbing up and down ladders, does that count? We were painting the facia board and soffits on the house.

shawn

[WASaBubbleButt 41]

You should join us for our AZ Bandsters lunch. We meet at Sweet Tomatoes on I17/Dunlap about monthly. We are throwing around the date of a week from Saturday. June 9th? I think?

[Brewa2000 1]

Great job AZPete! Your's is an amazing story. I hope your success continues. Love your can do attitude!

My knees can't do running anymore. My recombant bike more arthritis friendly (getting old, I guess). I'd rather be outside thou.

Keep up the good work!

Bruce

[juliegeraci 7]

You are doing fabulous. Keep up the good work.