December Bandsters 2009

[DizzyLizzy 21]

I see I am not alone as a slow loser and not at my sweet spot yet. It can be quite frustrating to see others banded around the same time as me, or even later, down 50+ lbs. Especially when you're self pay, that just hurts even worse! But, when I think about the fact that I am have broken away from gaining weight, just that in itself is a good deal! And just with the 30 or so I've lost since banding, I feel 200% better!

I had my 2nd fill last Friday, I have no idea how much it was, I can tell a difference, but I think I could use a tad bit more given that I feel like I could still overeat if I didn't think about it. But, my doctor want to take it slow. He is totally against people sliming and getting stuck, and definitely against vomiting. And the only time I had a problem with that was right after surgery when I was still swollen. But not since then, thank goodness!

But, the good news is my doctor says I'm doing great with my weight loss. He only set a goal for me of 2lbs per week (I set my own personal goal of 10lbs per week) and so far averaging out my total weight loss since banding, I've met both goals, even without good restriction. But I am a serious calorie counter and I workout 4 days a week 45-75 mintutes too.

When I tell people what I still have to go through calorie counting, exercising and all, some say, well why did you get the band, couldn't you do that without? Maybe if I tried really hard and had tons of will power, but if I did, I would have lost this weight (and kept it off) a long time ago! I not in the green zone yet, so the band is not working at full capacity right now, but it is working! It reminds me, hey, you don't need to eat anymore right now, where as before, I was a bottomless pit!

So, yes, I think the band it totally worth it. Nobody said it would be easy, and if they did, they were lying, lol! Stay encouraged, give it time, and good luck to you all!

[Doer 14]

DizzyLizzy you are doing great!!! I have recently joined the gym and the workouts are kicking my butt! It's so cool that you're so motivated. We have to pump one another up, that's what I think, and reading your post definitely made me feel charged and ready! Thank you.

[DizzyLizzy 21]

Thank you! Yes, we gotta do what we gotta do to get it done!

The workouts will get easier and more enjoyable as you go. I actually like working out now and kinda get a little "high" off it!

[Doer 14]

Hey ... were you serious that you made a personal goal of 10 pounds per week? I can never, I mean NEVER lose that much. Not even when I'm only drinking Protein Shakes. I think I topped out at seven in the very beginning, but now it's pretty much 2 to 4 on very carefully planned weeks that include exercise. Just goes to show how different we all are!!

[DizzyLizzy 21]

Hey ... were you serious that you made a personal goal of 10 pounds per week? I can never, I mean NEVER lose that much. Not even when I'm only drinking Protein Shakes. I think I topped out at seven in the very beginning, but now it's pretty much 2 to 4 on very carefully planned weeks that include exercise. Just goes to show how different we all are!!

10lbs per month...my bad...lol!

[curiousinoh 0]

10lbs per month...my bad...lol!

Glad you straightened that up. I was thinking... if she's losing 40 pounds a month since December - I'm definitely doing something wrong. HAHA

[4my4kids 1]

Glad you straightened that up. I was thinking... if she's losing 40 pounds a month since December - I'm definitely doing something wrong. HAHA

Hey guys,

I hoped on here today to try and get some self reassurance. I have done very well since my surgery on Dec. 2nd, 2009. I have lost 45lbs. I am very happy about the results dont get me wrong...But I seem to be on a plateau...I have not lost a single pound in 3 weeks..I havent changed my eating habits or exercise habits. I am starting to get a little frustrated and listening to that stinking thinking we all get when we arent progressing like we want. I know I should be happy with the results so far and not worry these things happen....But Damn it SUCKS! You guys are all doing great and keep up the hard work....And don't we all wish we could lose 40lbs a month!

[curiousinoh 0]

4my4kids:

You've lost 45 I've lost 23... Sorry you get nothing from me. HAHAHA

[bellyfatgone 0]

3 weeks???? I haven't lost in 3 months. But maybe it's time you got another fill.

[Marine mom 3]

maybe it is because you haven't changed anything. Last plateau I had to increase my calories and change up my exercise. I've hit another plateau myself. We'll see if I can shake things up again.

[SoccerMomma73 1,867]

4my4kids...my advice as well, shake it up a bit. Try eating an extra 100-200 calories a day and mixing up the exercise routine, seems to work fairly well for me when things stall....You're doing awesome anyway!

[TracyW2 137]

Definitely shake it up! Your body gets use to routine.

Well pregnancy is already killing my weightloss. I am up 4 pounds in less than a week. I just feel hungry all the time! And I have not been making the best food choices. Not to mention I have slacked on my exercise routine due to being tired all the time. But I am back going to the gym and watching what food I put into my mouth. I am determined not to gain a lot of what I lost back. With ds2, I only gained 13 pounds and that was without the band. So I'm hoping to repeat that.

[Doer 14]

Tracy, you can do it. It's just really tough because if you're like me, you're really tired when you're first pregnant. Just think of all the success you've had so far, and keep it in mind when you're tempted to make lousy food choices. Then remember, you're SUPPOSED to gain weight when you're pregnant, and go easy on yourself. You've already shown you have what it takes to be a big loser. I hope your pregnancy is smooth sailing all the way!!

[TracyW2 137]

Doer - thank you. I am scared of gaining a bunch of weight. I'm trying to remind myself that I am suppose to gain weight and I can get it back off after the baby is here. But your mindset is so different after losing so much weight.

Edited April 27, 2010 by TracyW2

[Marine mom 3]

tracy, the Water balance in your body may have changed. chances are you haven't eaten an extra 14,000 calories. Try not to stress, exercise when you feel up to it, and find a way to satisfy that sweet little babies sweet tooth.