Guest guest Posted October 30, 2001 Report Share Posted October 30, 2001 Hey Gunn, As we discussed at the last Mt Sinai meeting I make exercise an integral part of my weight loss program. Granted, I was always exercising prior to WLS. I exercise 4-6 days a week for an hour or so. I know for me that it has definitely enhanced my weight loss. In the eight months since my surgery I have not experienced any kind of plateau. In that eight months I have lost approx. 135 pounds. The weight loss has been consistent and regular. The biggest benefit is that after I'm done I feel great. Remember, exercise comes in many forms. Get on a treadmill for a little while and work up from there. Or walk outside. I know for me the one thing I do to make it more exciting and less of a chore is to listen to music when I work out. Hope this helps. And as always, your mileage may vary! GUN1ENTER@... wrote: > hello all this is gunn pandya i am 7 weeks post-op- i have lost 30 > lbs as of oct 16-have not checked since. i need to know for those of > you who exercise has the exercise enhanced your weight loss. also for > those who do not exercise do you notice that you lose more or less or > the same. I ask because i hate to exercise and i feel i may have to, > to speed up my weight loss-help all > > thanks > gunn -- Best Regards, Rich " One good thing about music, when it hits you feel no pain " BM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 31, 2001 Report Share Posted October 31, 2001 a, I think a lot has to do with your age, how much excess skin you have, and your genetics. I had a major weight loss of 130 pounds when I was 35. I remember looking at my poor wrinkled bumm, saggy arms and tube sock boobs and being depressed as heck. I elected at that time to have plastic surgery on my arms and boobs. I figured the bumm and thighs were a lost cause. I had the surgery two years after maintaining the weight loss, working out two hours a day, seven days a week. I have to say, to this day, I dont have a wrinkle on my face at 46 years of age...(Bless my mother for that inheritance) but my body just couldn't spring back as I think I had worn out the elasticity of my skin. I must point out that there wasn't one flaw that clothes didn't hide, and I was happily a size 10! If you are younger, you will have more elasticity in your skin, and working out does indeed help. Consider your skin to be a rubber band. How far have you stretched it. That will also be a determining factor. Just remember all the physical things we will be able to do, how wonderful our health will be, and the rest just becomes one of those...darn, I wasn't born blonde, rich and beautiful thing! Hugs, theresa > Since I am pre-op was happens to the excess skin?? And does excerise help > it do away quicker? > > > > exercise > > > hello all this is gunn pandya i am 7 weeks post-op- i have lost 30 > > lbs as of oct 16-have not checked since. i need to know for those of > > you who exercise has the exercise enhanced your weight loss. also for > > those who do not exercise do you notice that you lose more or less or > > the same. I ask because i hate to exercise and i feel i may have to, > > to speed up my weight loss-help all > > > > thanks > > gunn > > > > > > -------------------------------------------------------------------- -- > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 31, 2001 Report Share Posted October 31, 2001 Theresa, thank you very much. I'm 53 and have major to lose. I would be happy with 200. I was just worried about arms and stomach. I have my 1st appt tomorrow with Dr Jossart in San Francisco. exercise > > > hello all this is gunn pandya i am 7 weeks post-op- i have lost 30 > > lbs as of oct 16-have not checked since. i need to know for those of > > you who exercise has the exercise enhanced your weight loss. also for > > those who do not exercise do you notice that you lose more or less or > > the same. I ask because i hate to exercise and i feel i may have to, > > to speed up my weight loss-help all > > > > thanks > > gunn > > > > > > -------------------------------------------------------------------- -- > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 31, 2001 Report Share Posted October 31, 2001 a, Dr. Jossart is my surgeon and I love him to pieces!!! A couple of us are working on starting a support group for his post op patients. May I invite you to join our group, http://groups.yahoo.com/group/DS_Jossart Please share your experiences and let any of us know how we can support you! Hugs, Theresa Dr. J pre op 11/19 > > > Since I am pre-op was happens to the excess skin?? And does > > excerise help > > > it do away quicker? > > > > > > > > > > > > exercise > > > > > > > > > hello all this is gunn pandya i am 7 weeks post-op- i have lost 30 > > > > > > lbs as of oct 16-have not checked since. i need to know for those > > of > > > > > > you who exercise has the exercise enhanced your weight loss. also > > for > > > > > > those who do not exercise do you notice that you lose more or less > > or > > > > > > the same. I ask because i hate to exercise and i feel i may have > > to, > > > > > > to speed up my weight loss-help all > > > > > > > > > > > > thanks > > > > > > gunn > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > ------------------------------------------------------------------ -- > > -- > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 1, 2001 Report Share Posted November 1, 2001 I was thinking of having a few new lampshades made for my house with my extra skin. Wate not want not. , Seattle > Since I am pre-op was happens to the excess skin?? And does excerise help > it do away quicker? > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 2, 2001 Report Share Posted November 2, 2001 , LOL!! You CRACKED me up with that one!!! Thanks, I needed that today!!! Picturing " human lampshades, " Pam in MD BPD/DS - July 9, 2001 Dr. Vanguri Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 3, 2001 Report Share Posted November 3, 2001 At 2:52 PM -0500 11/2/01, pamjams2@... wrote: >, > >LOL!! You CRACKED me up with that one!!! Thanks, I needed that today!!! > >Picturing " human lampshades, " Then, you would have loved Hitler and the Nazis. --Steve -- Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 3, 2001 Report Share Posted November 3, 2001 Steve, The use of skin for various household purposes long predates the nazis. I have seen " skin " shades made in the 1920s. I'm very sorry if my humor evoked the image of the horrors of the most horrific intentional human destruction of the past century. /Seattle > >, > > > >LOL!! You CRACKED me up with that one!!! Thanks, I needed that today!!! > > > >Picturing " human lampshades, " > > Then, you would have loved Hitler and the Nazis. --Steve > -- Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 4, 2001 Report Share Posted November 4, 2001 In a message dated 11/3/2001 5:15:23 PM Central Standard Time, steve-goldstein@... writes: > . I have a very difficult time even watching Holocaust-related > films. It's the " Goldstein " in me. > > Steve, It bugs me too. My mother's family are Rosens. I chose to be Christian since the jewish religion wasn't practiced in my home. Jeanne TheNightOwl Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 13, 2001 Report Share Posted November 13, 2001 Has anyone lost the weight without a special exercise plan? You know just going to work everyday and doing your shopping and stuff. Not jumping on a treadmill or using machines. Taking the relaxed approach, lol NYC MT. SINAI JUNE 2001 lap BPD/DS Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 13, 2001 Report Share Posted November 13, 2001 In a message dated 11/14/2001 1:14:21 AM Central Standard Time, gwen20852@... writes: > Has anyone lost the weight without a special exercise plan? You know just > going to work everyday and doing your shopping and stuff. Not jumping on a > treadmill or using machines. Taking the relaxed approach, lol > > NYC MT. SINAI > JUNE 2001 > lap BPD/DS > > Not that I recommend it if you want to achieve maximum weight loss, but I have " just lived " since having surgery. A couple of times I tried to get a routine going to get to the gym, but it has never worked out. I was thinking about this the other day. It would be good to get weight training in to prevent osteoperosis, and I probably will some day. I also think it is good for overall health to get the cardio in at least 3 times a week. So excercise is important for better health, but in my case I lost weight without it. That is the wonderful thing about the DS, dieting, losing weight, excercising doesn't have to be your whole like in order for it to work. So I recommend excercise, but can be successful without. Dawn--South Suburban Chicago area Dr. Hess, Bowling Green, OH BPD/DS 4/27/00 www.duodenalswitch.com 267 to 165 5' 4 " size 22 to size 10 have made size goal no more high blood pressure, sore feet, or dieting Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 14, 2001 Report Share Posted November 14, 2001 In a message dated 11/13/01 11:12:22 PM Pacific Standard Time, gwen20852@... writes: > Has anyone lost the weight without a special exercise plan? You know just > going to work everyday and doing your shopping and stuff. Not jumping on a > treadmill or using machines. Taking the relaxed approach, lol > > I've lost 81 lbs so far and have yet to do anything. I've not even been walking except to get where I'm going. I am in the process of finding a gym to join as I want to help shape my body more and see if it helps lose more inches!! ~*~ AJ ~*~ Bellingham, WA Age 37 5'8'' Open DS self pay - Dr Baltasar -Alcoy Spain 07/24/01 BMI 64 415.1 08/24/01 BMI 58 386.5 -28.6 lbs! 09/24/01 BMI 55.8 367.1 -48.0 lbs! -37.75 inches 10/24/01 BMI 52.6 346.0 -69.1 lbs! -50.0 inches 11/14/01 BMI 50.8 334.0 -81.1 lbs! -66.0 inches My profile: http://www.obesityhelp.com/morbidobesity/profile.phtml?N=E982002956 My website: www.wls4aj.homestead.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 14, 2001 Report Share Posted November 14, 2001 In a message dated 11/14/01 6:28:09 AM Pacific Standard Time, psbilyeu@... writes: > I hate to exercise--but I am thinking of doing this " Curves " for > women program. They are small little workout areas that are cropping > up. Has anyone been to one? I am going to check one out next week > and see if it is something I can handle. I just want to tone and > firm as I lose. > > I just went to check oneout here last week and decided to forget it. The one here is barely got room for 10 people and while that can be nice, I don't want to hang out for 2 hours waiting for the equipment. I am thinking of joining either World Gym or Bellingham Athletic Club. The club has tanning, equipment, pool etc. I think it would be fun and my son could go swimming on the weekends when I'm there. ~*~ AJ ~*~ Bellingham, WA Age 37 5'8'' Open DS self pay - Dr Baltasar -Alcoy Spain 07/24/01 BMI 64 415.1 08/24/01 BMI 58 386.5 -28.6 lbs! 09/24/01 BMI 55.8 367.1 -48.0 lbs! -37.75 inches 10/24/01 BMI 52.6 346.0 -69.1 lbs! -50.0 inches 11/14/01 BMI 50.8 334.0 -81.1 lbs! -66.0 inches My profile: http://www.obesityhelp.com/morbidobesity/profile.phtml?N=E982002956 My website: www.wls4aj.homestead.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 14, 2001 Report Share Posted November 14, 2001 AJ, I saw it! Your stats changed again. Dawn--South Suburban Chicago area Dr. Hess, Bowling Green, OH BPD/DS 4/27/00 www.duodenalswitch.com 267 to 165 Â 5' Â 4 " size 22 to size 10 have made size goal no more high blood pressure, sore feet, or dieting Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 14, 2001 Report Share Posted November 14, 2001 I hate to exercise--but I am thinking of doing this " Curves " for women program. They are small little workout areas that are cropping up. Has anyone been to one? I am going to check one out next week and see if it is something I can handle. I just want to tone and firm as I lose. Pammi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 14, 2001 Report Share Posted November 14, 2001 In a message dated 11/14/2001 10:35:37 AM Pacific Standard Time, dwkteach@... writes: > I saw it! Your stats changed again. Yes...Finally the last two days or so I've started losing again...I've been on a plateau!!! I try not to let it stess me out..but I told Mike last night...THANK GOD...I was beginning to worry even though I know its normal..LOL ~*~ AJ ~*~ Age 37 5'8'' Post op 7/24/01 Open DS self pay - Dr Baltasar -Alcoy Spain 07/24/01 BMI 64 415.1 08/24/01 BMI 58 386.5 -28.6 lbs! 09/24/01 BMI 55.8 367.1 -48.0 lbs! -37.75 inches 10/24/01 BMI 52.6 346.0 -69.1 lbs! 11/14/01 BMI 50.8 334.0 -81.1lbs! -66 inches My profile: http://www.obesityhelp.com/morbidobesity/profile.phtml?N=E982002956 My websites: www.wls4aj.homestead.com www.wlsbellingham.homestead.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 14, 2001 Report Share Posted November 14, 2001 In a message dated 11/14/2001 12:13:01 PM Pacific Standard Time, mmanero@... writes: > How exactly are you defining plateau here? You are just melting away and > some of us slower losers are getting jealous. I need a plateau like yours! > Well my plateau was for a week, about 7 days that I was going up and down the same four pounds. First time thats happened although I only recently started weighing daily..I used to go every 2 weeks. Then on the 10th I dropped a couple lbs and then today another .....I think I'm losing slow..LOL I guess we all get caught up in the euphoria from the rapid losses! I ate more fat the past few days and I think that helped me speed things up..!!! ~*~ AJ ~*~ Age 37 5'8'' Post op 7/24/01 Open DS self pay - Dr Baltasar -Alcoy Spain 07/24/01 BMI 64 415.1 08/24/01 BMI 58 386.5 -28.6 lbs! 09/24/01 BMI 55.8 367.1 -48.0 lbs! -37.75 inches 10/24/01 BMI 52.6 346.0 -69.1 lbs! 11/14/01 BMI 50.8 334.0 -81.1lbs! -66 inches My profile: http://www.obesityhelp.com/morbidobesity/profile.phtml?N=E982002956 My websites: www.wls4aj.homestead.com www.wlsbellingham.homestead.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 14, 2001 Report Share Posted November 14, 2001 I am joining Curves this week. I have friends that go and really enjoy it. I can live with 30 minutes a couple of time a week. in KC Re: exercise I hate to exercise--but I am thinking of doing this " Curves " for women program. They are small little workout areas that are cropping up. Has anyone been to one? I am going to check one out next week and see if it is something I can handle. I just want to tone and firm as I lose. Pammi ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 14, 2001 Report Share Posted November 14, 2001 -----Original Message----- From: lookn2bthin@... AJ, Wahoo! You're doing sooooo good. Congratulations. ann 11/14/01 BMI 50.8 334.0 -81.1 lbs! -66.0 inches My profile: http://www.obesityhelp.com/morbidobesity/profile.phtml?N=E982002956 My website: www.wls4aj.homestead.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 14, 2001 Report Share Posted November 14, 2001 > I am joining Curves this week. I have friends that go and really enjoy it. > I can live with 30 minutes a couple of time a week. > > in KC > How much does Curves cost? Pammi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 14, 2001 Report Share Posted November 14, 2001 It is usually $69 to join. They will tell you $149 (ask for the discount) and $29 per month plus tax. They can do a direct debit from your checking account and then you can use any Curves, even on vacation and such. M. in KC Re: exercise > I am joining Curves this week. I have friends that go and really enjoy it. > I can live with 30 minutes a couple of time a week. > > in KC > How much does Curves cost? Pammi ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 14, 2001 Report Share Posted November 14, 2001 Once seen on a sign in a roadside store: I'M PUSHING FIFTY--ISN'T THAT EXERCISE ENOUGH? -- Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 14, 2001 Report Share Posted November 14, 2001 AJ, How exactly are you defining plateau here? You are just melting away and some of us slower losers are getting jealous. I need a plateau like yours! M in KC Re: Re: exercise In a message dated 11/14/2001 10:35:37 AM Pacific Standard Time, dwkteach@... writes: > I saw it! Your stats changed again. Yes...Finally the last two days or so I've started losing again...I've been on a plateau!!! I try not to let it stess me out..but I told Mike last night...THANK GOD...I was beginning to worry even though I know its normal..LOL ~*~ AJ ~*~ Age 37 5'8'' Post op 7/24/01 Open DS self pay - Dr Baltasar -Alcoy Spain 07/24/01 BMI 64 415.1 08/24/01 BMI 58 386.5 -28.6 lbs! 09/24/01 BMI 55.8 367.1 -48.0 lbs! -37.75 inches 10/24/01 BMI 52.6 346.0 -69.1 lbs! 11/14/01 BMI 50.8 334.0 -81.1lbs! -66 inches My profile: http://www.obesityhelp.com/morbidobesity/profile.phtml?N=E982002956 My websites: www.wls4aj.homestead.com www.wlsbellingham.homestead.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 14, 2001 Report Share Posted November 14, 2001 I was going up and down the same four pounds. >>>>>>> that seems to be the norm for us DSers.....I know I have lost, regained and lost again plus more all thru the journey! Judie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 6, 2006 Report Share Posted July 6, 2006 So, what's everyone doing for exercise? how long? how often? is anyone not exercising and maintaining or continuing to lose? Trying to jog is getting discouraging. I can't last long on the eliptical, either. Did the stairmaster thingy yesterday, that went pretty well. C'mon everyone, share your exercise routines. I need inspiration. Thanks, Laurie __________________________________________________ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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