Make a Pre surg time line!!

[jamitwins 0]

I am getting banded 1/18 by Dr. Ortiz. My BMI is (was) 53.6. They want you to be 50 or below for surgery! I need to lose 30lbs. At first I was like, if I could lose the weight, I wouldn't be doing this. I was feeling frustrated! Then I realized that all the times before when I dieted, I could lose the weight, just not keep it off. 30lbs in 3 months is a challenge. I cut out all the junk food, drinks tons of H2o, and started walking 30min three times a week. In 2 weeks I've lost 7lbs. I decided to make a time line of my journey so I could see my progress. My timeline starts at zero in PA and goes to 2700miles for Mexico. Each 1 pound equals 90 miles. I even made a little Tijauna Taxi to slide along it!!! I put it up at work so my support team there can see also. It's exciting to see my little taxi already at 630 miles! I can do this!!!

[LiveLoveLaugh 0]

That's an awesome idea.... I know you can do it!! I'll keep you close at heart waiting for your day to come. YOU GO GIRL!!!

[MizPeppy 3]

:clap2:What a great idea! With your attitude you will be so successful with the band! beth

[Wheetsin 714]

Very cute.

I would never advocate it for a long-term solution, but if you need to lose a good chunk of weight quickly, the induction phase (extended) of the Atkins diet can usually get you there.

My BMI was over 50 (there's a thread here dedicated to us!) and all I can say is THANK GOODNESS my surgeon didn't erquire a BMI under 50. Man -- I feel for you there.

You're doing great, keep up the super work and you'll be there in no time!

[Daisalana 33]

Yup, what wheet said. It doesn't work long term IMA, but it sure gets the weight gone quick.

I lost about 60lbs in 5 months on it.

I did the induction diet all 5 months, never allowing more than 5g of carbs a day.

And I didn't even eat healthy! I ate bacon, eggs, cheese, hamburgers with cheese and veggies (no bun).

The weight dropped rapidly, I was always in ketosis.

[alwayscurious 0]

Your timeline is adorable. I love it. I wish you the best!

Also, just my 2cents. I did a study during my senior year of undergrad (in 2004) comparing weight loss of people doing either the Atkins diet, South Beach diet and just a low calorie diet. The results were that the people on the South Beach Diet and low calorie diet lost the most weight (about 13# in first 2 weeks). The people in the South Beach group were the only people to keep it off after the study ended. The people in the Atkins group lost the most bone-mineral density and reported feeling unsatisfied, confused, foggy headed, bowel changes, cramping, discomfort, etc. The other groups did not report these negative effects ( a few people in the South Beach group DID commented on a few days of feeling like they were tired).

The food records of all 3 groups showed that the low calorie group came closest meeting their basic macronutrient needs followed by South Beach.

So, just to summarize, if you want a reduced carb diet to shed pounds quickly. I think the South Beach diet is the best choice. Just my opinion!

[ginny two 0]

All this talk about diets is making me hungry!!!! JK, it's actually dinner time. I've finally decided to pursue this. I'm so glad that my fiance suggested finding a lap band message board. There is so much encouragement, support and information here! I LOVE the pre-op timeline idea and I love your positive attitude. I need some of that for myself. Negativity is my worst enemy.

Ginny