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[Guest guest]

Hello everyone,

Dan you mentioned that you belong to several other band groups. I

was wondering if you have come across any for people like myself who

have a band and RNY? I belong to groups for band and RNY but haven't

come across a combo group.. Not sure the advise would be much different

but never know what I can learn from someone.. Thanks for the help..

Happy Holidays

Sharon S

[Guest guest]

Re: losing and not exercising

The first time around with losing my weight after being banded, I exercised

sporadically and still managed to lose 1-2 lbs a week. But it suddenly halted

after six months and I lost interest in eating healthfully. So I gained back

30 of the 60 lbs I had lost.

Now I have been in a " good " groove for 4 months. Following a healthy diet,

exercising 4-5 times per week and it is harder to lose the weight but it is

coming off in much different places. I have formed muscle where I never knew I

could have some and my pain with my fibromyalgia has gotten more livable. I

believe that is totally because I am taking control of my weight and diet and

exercise.

So please do it right the first time, exercise, start with just walking and

include weight training twice a week and you'll not only lose steadily but

you'll feel like you are adding quality years to your life.

I am 50 and plan on being around for a good long time and I want to be as

healthy as I can. I have 12 children, 9 grand children and lots to live for but

the band is a tool, use it as best you can. don't try to find ways to cheat and

get around it and or exercise.

eileen

eileenzig@...

With 7 children still at home I have made the time for exercise each day. IF

I can fit it in, so you can, just start with 15 or 20 minutes at a time. Add

5 minutes per week. You'll be pleasantly surprised.

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