I made it to GOAL!!

[Candle 11]

:thumbup::party:

I made it to my [original] goal today!

I still want to lose another 15-20lbs so the work continues but I am beyond thrilled with my Lap Band experience! I started by pre-op diet on 8/16/07 - never did I think I would be able to lose 120lbs in less than 10 months! If *I* can do it – anyone can!!

I run 2 miles per day and I eat a balanced, healthy diet. I TRY to stick with whole foods, staying away from pre-packaged stuff and going out to eat. (my BIG weakness!)

I've been very lucky with the band. I've only had one fill of 2cc's in a 10cc APS band. I've never felt my band or any sense of restriction or had to change my physical eating style. Since I haven't really had any issues with hunger and I've lost very steadily, I agree with my doctor's policy not fill my band. Maybe there is something to the theory that the band placement alone is enough for some people?

The "easy" part is over, now for the real work. Maintaining ...

Next stop – plastic surgery. I’m starting consults this summer. I’m going to jump thru the insurance hoops and hopefully they will cover part of my Tummy Tuck, which I would qualify for at 18 months out from WLS.

I’m going to post my current before and after pics later today.

Thanks for all the support, great information and advice that this forum has to offer.

Edited June 10, 2008 by Candle

[salsa1877 10]

:thumbup::party:

I made it to my [original] goal today!

I still want to lose another 15-20lbs so the work continues but I am beyond thrilled with my Lap Band experience! I started by pre-op diet on 8/16/07 - never did I think I would be able to lose 120lbs in less than 10 months! If *I* can do it – anyone can!!

I run 2 miles per day and I eat a balanced, healthy diet. I TRY to stick with whole foods, staying away from pre-packaged stuff and going out to eat. (my BIG weakness!)

I've been very lucky with the band. I've only had one fill of 2cc's in a 10cc APS band. I've never felt my band or any sense of restriction or had to change my physical eating style. Since I haven't really had any issues with hunger and I've lost very steadily, I agree with my doctor's policy not fill my band. Maybe there is something to the theory that the band placement alone is enough for some people?

The "easy" part is over, now for the real work. Maintaining ...

Next stop – plastic surgery. I’m starting consults this summer. I’m going to jump thru the insurance hoops and hopefully they will cover part of my Tummy Tuck, which I would qualify for at 18 months out from WLS.

I’m going to post my current before and after pics later today.

Thanks for all the support, great information and advice that this forum has to offer.

Congrats! Yeah for you. I am so excited. I think that we had a lot of the same philosophies when it came to losing weight. I had more than 1 fill, but everytime I did get one I ended up having to get it unfilled! I have lost my last 10 pounds being completely unfilled. My doc doesn't believe in giving fills unless you want and or need one. I NEVER hope to have another one.

As for the easy part being over...I totally agree. I am actually having some major anxiety over being at maintenance. I am so afraid of gaining weight that I am actually stricter than ever. We are trying to work through it, but it is tough going for me right now. I hope that you have better luck. I keep losing...and I truly am at my goal weight. I am in a size 4 and wil be even smaller after surgery in a few weeks.

Congrats again...we have come so far!

[Mardigirl 0]

I am so happy to hear of the progress that both you ladies have had in your weight loss surgery. I am considering getting the lap-band as my weight as hindered alot of things I would like to do in life. I have gained so much weight and I would like get the surgery, however my insurance does not cover the cost.

[salsa1877 10]

I am so happy to hear of the progress that both you ladies have had in your weight loss surgery. I am considering getting the lap-band as my weight as hindered alot of things I would like to do in life. I have gained so much weight and I would like get the surgery, however my insurance does not cover the cost.

Mine did not cover the lap-band surgery nor will it cover my PS, but the combined total of 27000$ (17000 for lap-band, 10000 for PS) is well worth it. People drop that on cars all the time...I will have this one for life!

[LadyBugRed 2]

Congratulations Candle!! Dancing Bananas all around!!

:thumbup::Banane21::biggrin::bananapartyhat::frown::Banane20::Banane42::Banane42:

[Candle 11]

Thanks guys

I hope to see more and more of us Crazy Ate's getting to goal in the coming months!! Can you believe we are quickly closing in on the 1 year mark!?!!

[Vikki 2]

:thumbup::thumbup::party::hurray::success1::biggrin::Dancing_chief:OMG Candle that is soooo Inspiring!!! Seriously you have been a great Band success!!!!!!! Running two miles a day is one of the biggest keys to you loosing so fast hu!!! Excerise is so hard to keep doing but a big reason for the weight loss. I am SOOO PROUD OF YOU!!!!!!!!! I am soooooo close to my goal and just take it one day at a time. Too keep the weight off is my lifetime goal and with correct eating habits and exercising I feel better then ever!!!!! Lets keep our eye on the prize of being happy and healthy...........GREAT JOB BANDSTER BUDDY!!!!!

[Boo Boo Kitty 3]

CANDLE!!! WOOO HOOOOO!!!! CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I am so happy for you! If you need help with getting the PS covered pm me. I know ALL the tricks and tips! lol...

CONGRATULATIONS AGAIN!!! :biggrin::thumbup:

[Lunabeane 2]

What a success story!!! Congratulations!

[Tomasa 0]

Congratulations....Im still a little ways away from my goal, but you have inspired me to take my excericise routine more seriously. Good for you!

[FighterGirl 1]

WAY TO GO!!! So, what are you treating yourself to? A trip? Clothes? Diamonds?!? You deserve it!

[cutiew/booty 2]

That's so awesome Congrats on a job well done! You must be so happy!

[Laurinda 1]

( thumbs up) Life is good! Life is REAL good! Congrats to you!

[favorite 3]

wonderful. i am so happy for you on your success!!!

[Candle 11]

Thanks again everyone!!

I hope we all have continued success!