How low can you go in 09 weightloss challenge#1

[annjones 3]

Ok guys and gals, I need to vent some. For the past two months I've hovered inside the same darn 10 lb range. In August I got a fill of .25cc (didn't feel much difference) but kept on track. Went camping did great and went to 239 lbs. Went to weigh in at the doc's office and get another fill. 245 and .25cc of a fill (felt no difference and continued to be hungry between meals)

I gave it some time and I tell you this weekend all I had was food on my mind. I was HUNGRY. It seems pretty obvious that the last two fills weren't enough. My doc is trying to be conservative and take things slowly but I'm feeling a bit frustrated at this point in time.

I have 6.25 in a 10cc band. I've done great with my diet and my Water intake. I'm getting my supplements and my Protein in with no problem at all. I am making sure the food I eat between meals is very high in protein and healthy filling stuff.

I guess I'm just looking for some feedback and words of wisdom.

Thanks for letting me vent

[china 1]

first congradulations to kathy,trina,sue great job. now ms anniej you have done so well for your self please dont be so hard on your self. as we are in it for the long haul. some times its slow and im sure you were told that. maybe you should talk to your dr about giving you a little more of a fill. but, i think your doing fine remember it didnt come fast its not gonna leave really fast. i do now how it can be frustrating as i go throught it alot. but, ask your self this are you healthier this year than last year yes you are. did you drop good hell ya so give it time we stall some times for a minute or two. hang in there it will get better. you have come along way and baby we got more work to do see you at the finish line sweetie.

Ok guys and gals, I need to vent some. For the past two months I've hovered inside the same darn 10 lb range. In August I got a fill of .25cc (didn't feel much difference) but kept on track. Went camping did great and went to 239 lbs. Went to weigh in at the doc's office and get another fill. 245 and .25cc of a fill (felt no difference and continued to be hungry between meals)

I gave it some time and I tell you this weekend all I had was food on my mind. I was HUNGRY. It seems pretty obvious that the last two fills weren't enough. My doc is trying to be conservative and take things slowly but I'm feeling a bit frustrated at this point in time.

I have 6.25 in a 10cc band. I've done great with my diet and my Water intake. I'm getting my supplements and my Protein in with no problem at all. I am making sure the food I eat between meals is very high in protein and healthy filling stuff.

I guess I'm just looking for some feedback and words of wisdom.

Thanks for letting me vent

[DebbieGail 0]

Well, September 11th my 9 month bandaversary came and went I was 2# from my goal...but that's okay...when I set weight goals it helps me stay on track but my body decides when it lets lose of the weight...I'm eating right - exercising - and am getting healthier with each passing day...last weeks general practicioner's visit was great...infact she stood up and gave me a high five....blood pressure went from 148/90 to 124/76 and lose of weight from highest weight recorded was over 100#....so am I disappointed ...heck NO! I'm meeting my goal of why I started this to get my life back and be healthier. I'm still working on my month weight goal - we will see if my body believes it is realistic or not....it may want to take a little longer and that will be okay also.

To all those that are feeling frustrated...stay up, remember this is a lifestyle change and it's here for life...just follow the rules...be patient...it will pay off.

If you break a rule, eat something you shouldn't, or don't exercise that day....brush yourself off...and try again the next day maybe even do just a little more...we are human...just don't give up...it's too important!

Deb

Keep the faith in yourself.

Deb

Deb

[MommyJD 4]

You might need a real jolt to your band, Sue, since it sounds like you are deep in the "yellow" zone. I am in my sweet spot now, but have more than 10ccs in a 10cc band. I didn't have any restriction at all (even initally) until I was over 9ccs, and have had to have a few .5 cc adds since then as the weight has come off. My doc does a drinking test after adding to the band and if Fluid doesn't flow right down she backs off until it does. Ask you doctor if he'd be willing to let you try to swallow with a bigger add to the band and then work backwards until you feel like there is proper restriction. Good luck!

[sue in ne 1]

Ok guys and gals, I need to vent some. For the past two months I've hovered inside the same darn 10 lb range. In August I got a fill of .25cc (didn't feel much difference) but kept on track. Went camping did great and went to 239 lbs. Went to weigh in at the doc's office and get another fill. 245 and .25cc of a fill (felt no difference and continued to be hungry between meals)

I gave it some time and I tell you this weekend all I had was food on my mind. I was HUNGRY. It seems pretty obvious that the last two fills weren't enough. My doc is trying to be conservative and take things slowly but I'm feeling a bit frustrated at this point in time.

I have 6.25 in a 10cc band. I've done great with my diet and my Water intake. I'm getting my supplements and my Protein in with no problem at all. I am making sure the food I eat between meals is very high in protein and healthy filling stuff.

I guess I'm just looking for some feedback and words of wisdom.

Thanks for letting me vent

Ann, i went through this also in August. Did they check how much was in the band at your last fill? i went for my 5th fill and c/o of being hungry all the time. They removed what was in the band. it was supposed to be 6.5+cc but was really 4.2 cc. i was told it leaked out, which is normal. The doctor filled the band to 5.5 cc and i did feel a restriction, again.

Maybe you need to have the doctor check how much is in your band. i know it is rough and i beat myself up also. You are not alone.

[annjones 3]

Well I have an appointment next week and I will ask about checking how much is really in my band. I've been working hard on taming the hunger until then. I think I'm doing ok but the scale isn't moving. At least it isn't moving up :biggrin:

I love my band!

[carebear_irl 0]

Hi All,

Its been a while since i posted, just updated the spreadsheet there. The weight has been very slow coming off but i am 40 pounds lighter than this time last year and i could easily have been 40 pounds heavier without the surgery. Every day is a food battle, I dont win every battle, but i am determined to win the war.

Hope you are all health and happy... where did 9 months go?

Any inspirational words out there?

Love & Wishes,

Care Bear

[sue in ne 1]

CareBear, Some #s are more difficult than others. Remember, you have lost 40# that won't come back!! and Every loss is a win !!:thumbdown: My own Mantra is reminding myself how much I've lost and how much more I have tolose. And I am starting to remind myself the chocolate/sweet/ ice cream tastes good but do i really want to deal with the negative thoughts, :crying:depression, and cravings later- it helps.

[sue in ne 1]

HEY!! I set a goal of 5# for September but i'm not on the Spreadsheet for Sept.!! I was at 230 September 1st. hit 225# today !!

[SweetZ 1]

Hey guys! I have been MIA for a few months due to a lot going on (graduation, unemployment, moving, etc). Really got me off the ball. That's in the past though! I'm moving forward and trying to get back on track for my 1 year anniversary... so if you could update me with the following I'd really appreciate. Seems a lot of you are doing really good!

current weight 292.6... :scared2:

goal for october 5 pounds... LETS GO!

[~~Beth~~ 1]

I'm so impressed with all the positive support here especially with our little blog going here. I get excited every morning to come in and see what new with us, holiday diva's and december diva's!

Stay positive and keep up the hard work, its worth it and it keeps me going!

Congrats to everyone!!!!

[sue in ne 1]

Hi all , i will set a goal pf 5# for October . Was 225 October 1, now 223#- and stuck. But there is pleny of months left yet for the 3#!!!

[china 1]

hi everyone hows it going. well everyone is m.i.a lately including me. well i seem to have gotten off track some how. and my weightloss has slowed down some. but, im getting it together. i go for a fill nov 4th dont know if im gonna get it or what. im trying not to depend on the fills so much.

[sue in ne 1]

Hi China, We are all dealing with the stress we had before and a few new ones with the economy.

Me, I am at 221 today!! :blushing: ( 1 # frommy Oct goal and 100# loss) more to go

[sue in ne 1]

Where is everyone??

i missed my goal for October by3#, I am 223# today so want to aim for 215 by Nov 30th (If I miss the goal, I still win!)