LoriBecky Posted June 14, 2007 Report Share Posted June 14, 2007 Ok my bandster buddies, this one is all about ME! Today is one day before my band anniversary, so I measured myself since I had done so the day before my surgery last year. :::::::::Drumroll please:::::::::::: I've lost 65 inches - SIXTY-FIVE INCHES this year - do I hear a roar from the crowd?!?!?!!? lol Thank you guys so much for your support and help in keeping me on track. I finally started really exercising this week (its been a year since I was allowed to exercise, too!!) so I'm hoping the inches keep coming off! I'll be at the clinic next Thursday (6/21) for my 2nd fill. I'm excited to meet those of you that will be there that day Love you guys!! - and I just have to say WOOHOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CalKev Posted June 14, 2007 Report Share Posted June 14, 2007 Ok my bandster buddies, this one is all about ME! Today is one day before my band anniversary, so I measured myself since I had done so the day before my surgery last year. :::::::::Drumroll please:::::::::::: I've lost 65 inches - SIXTY-FIVE INCHES this year - do I hear a roar from the crowd?!?!?!!? lol Thank you guys so much for your support and help in keeping me on track. I finally started really exercising this week (its been a year since I was allowed to exercise, too!!) so I'm hoping the inches keep coming off! I'll be at the clinic next Thursday (6/21) for my 2nd fill. I'm excited to meet those of you that will be there that day Love you guys!! - and I just have to say WOOHOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO Lori, Awesome! 65 inches! Congratulations on your success! Kevin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dolittle Posted June 14, 2007 Report Share Posted June 14, 2007 Ok my bandster buddies, this one is all about ME! Today is one day before my band anniversary, so I measured myself since I had done so the day before my surgery last year. :::::::::Drumroll please:::::::::::: I've lost 65 inches - SIXTY-FIVE INCHES this year - do I hear a roar from the crowd?!?!?!!? lol Thank you guys so much for your support and help in keeping me on track. I finally started really exercising this week (its been a year since I was allowed to exercise, too!!) so I'm hoping the inches keep coming off! I'll be at the clinic next Thursday (6/21) for my 2nd fill. I'm excited to meet those of you that will be there that day Love you guys!! - and I just have to say WOOHOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO Congrats and A Big Standing O Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
o2bthin Posted June 14, 2007 Report Share Posted June 14, 2007 Dang Lori, I'll be leaving on Wednesday. Of course you knew that! LOL Congrats! What's your total weight loss? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LoriBecky Posted June 14, 2007 Author Report Share Posted June 14, 2007 S E V E N T Y pounds but i'm more excited about the inches!!! As you all know I never post this stuff about myself because I want this forum to be about you guys - but what the heck... i'm excited Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wishinginWA Posted June 14, 2007 Report Share Posted June 14, 2007 Lori- 65 inches is amazing-Just think what you will do now that you can exercise!!! You are my HERO > Connie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donna34 Posted June 14, 2007 Report Share Posted June 14, 2007 65 INCHES 70 POUNDS! WAY TO GO!!!!!! HOLY MOLY! I'll be so glad when I can say that!!!! And, this is all after JUST one fill????? You go girl! LOL I'm amazed! Donna Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
angelav Posted June 15, 2007 Report Share Posted June 15, 2007 Ok my bandster buddies, this one is all about ME! Today is one day before my band anniversary, so I measured myself since I had done so the day before my surgery last year. :::::::::Drumroll please:::::::::::: I've lost 65 inches - SIXTY-FIVE INCHES this year - do I hear a roar from the crowd?!?!?!!? lol Thank you guys so much for your support and help in keeping me on track. I finally started really exercising this week (its been a year since I was allowed to exercise, too!!) so I'm hoping the inches keep coming off! I'll be at the clinic next Thursday (6/21) for my 2nd fill. I'm excited to meet those of you that will be there that day Love you guys!! - and I just have to say WOOHOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO That is so awesome WOW 65 inches astadium wave for you lol =D> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Teri Posted June 15, 2007 Report Share Posted June 15, 2007 65 INCHES70 POUNDS! WAY TO GO!!!!!! HOLY MOLY! I'll be so glad when I can say that!!!! And, this is all after JUST one fill????? You go girl! LOL I'm amazed! Donna LORI!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Way to Go!!!!!!!! Serious weight loss for ONE year! I am sooooo proud of you!!!!!! and so happy for you. What an awesome feeling. I cannot wait to get there. You must have so much more energy and feel like a light weight.!! Great "job", as it's still a job with the band. Thanks for your encouragement! Teri =D> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoWorry Posted June 15, 2007 Report Share Posted June 15, 2007 Congratulations, Lori! That's a very impressive accomplishment. I'm sure that getting rid of the chronic back pain is huge, too! I understand the 70 lbs loss, but how do you measure the 65" loss? Is that the total for chest, waist, hips, arms and legs? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donna34 Posted June 15, 2007 Report Share Posted June 15, 2007 That's a good question, I was wondering the same thing. I used to be CRAZY about measuring myself every other day! LOL I measured, chest, hips, waist, right thigh, right calf, and halfway between the elbow, and shoulder on my right arm, oh, and the fatty part of the stomach, just under the waistline (more prominent in women). I don't know if this is the RIGHT way to do it, but I had gone to a Weight loss clinic, and they told us to do it that way, so thats just what I've always done. I'd like to know the "right" way to do it though! Donna Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LoriBecky Posted June 15, 2007 Author Report Share Posted June 15, 2007 Ok... this is what I do because it was from a chart I had (I put it all in Excel now - so it calculates it for me) I measure my neck, biceps, forearms, wrists, bust (fullest) under bust, waist, hips, thighs, calves & ankles, as long as you do it in the same place each time - you get an idea of your inches lost. I could probably measure more places, but this is what was on the chart I used to have, so that's what I use. Hope that helps I wouldn't go crazy and measure weekly - like I said I haven't done it for a year, but monthly may be good. Sometimes the inches are a better indicator of your loss than the scale, especially if you are exercising and doing strength training as muscle weighs more than fat! I haven't lost many pounds lately, but the inches keep coming off - may I just say this one more time... wooohooooooooooooo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RogerF Posted June 15, 2007 Report Share Posted June 15, 2007 Way to go Lori, That's so great. To be able to accomplish that without being able to exercise shows a lot of determination to make those kinds of numbers. I know you don't like to post about yourself, but you're one of us too!! It gives a lot more credibility and confidence to those of us that you have helped go though this process to know you're right there with us. I'm glad you're doing so well, and now getting to excercise and tone-up will really make you feel better. I wish I had thought about measuring to track results. I haven't come across much about it in reviewing here, and it would have been another good motivator to work on. But even the changes in weight and clothes sizes can be pretty encouraging. Keep it going, Roger Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LoriBecky Posted June 16, 2007 Author Report Share Posted June 16, 2007 OK... i found this on how and where to measure yourself to track your weightloss - it recommends measuring no more frequently than every month. Its pretty easy to set up an excel file with your measurements - then you can have it calculate everything for you. I'll just cut and paste the information below: Taking Measurements Taking your body measurements is an excellent way to keep track of your changing shape as you get fitter. Body weight by itself is not a good indicator of improved fitness. This is because when you burn fat and increase your muscle mass, you may weigh a bit more even though your body is getting tighter and smaller. This is due to the high density of muscle tissue compared to fat. What Exactly Should You Measure? The most common measurements include the circumference of your chest, biceps, waist, hips and thighs. Sometimes the neck, forearm and calf are also measured. Chest: Measure around the largest part of your chest. Biceps: Measure midway between the top of your shoulder and elbow. Waist: Measure at the narrowest point, approximately one inch above your belly button. No cheating! Don't pull in your belly or stick it out. Hips: Measure your hips around the largest part of your buttocks with your heels together. Thigh: Thighs are measured separately. Stand with your legs slightly apart. Measure your upper leg where the circumference is largest. How? Use a flexible measuring tape as used by dressmakers. It can be as long as you need. If you use a plastic or cloth tape, bear in mind that these materials may stretch over time. Wear the thinnest clothes possible, or none at all, so as not to add to the measurements you take. Try to measure yourself in front of a full-length mirror so that you can see if the tape is positioned correctly. Perhaps you could find another person to help with the measuring. They would be able to read the results more easily. Keep your muscles relaxed while measuring. When measuring, pull the tape just tight enough to keep it from sagging. How often? Measure yourself about every eight weeks. Do not take measurements more often than monthly as it may take six to eight weeks to notice any change. You shouldn't expect to see progress more quickly than this and taking your measurements more often can be discouraging. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FurEllie Posted June 16, 2007 Report Share Posted June 16, 2007 Congratulations Lori!! You're a true inspiration to all of us here. I wish I had taken measurements before the surgery - really didn't want to know, lol. But I'll be happy with equal clothes sizes and weight loss!! Congrats again!! :) :) Ok my bandster buddies, this one is all about ME! Today is one day before my band anniversary, so I measured myself since I had done so the day before my surgery last year. :::::::::Drumroll please:::::::::::: I've lost 65 inches - SIXTY-FIVE INCHES this year - do I hear a roar from the crowd?!?!?!!? lol Thank you guys so much for your support and help in keeping me on track. I finally started really exercising this week (its been a year since I was allowed to exercise, too!!) so I'm hoping the inches keep coming off! I'll be at the clinic next Thursday (6/21) for my 2nd fill. I'm excited to meet those of you that will be there that day Love you guys!! - and I just have to say WOOHOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LisaVA Posted June 17, 2007 Report Share Posted June 17, 2007 Ok my bandster buddies, this one is all about ME! Today is one day before my band anniversary, so I measured myself since I had done so the day before my surgery last year. :::::::::Drumroll please:::::::::::: I've lost 65 inches - SIXTY-FIVE INCHES this year - do I hear a roar from the crowd?!?!?!!? lol Thank you guys so much for your support and help in keeping me on track. I finally started really exercising this week (its been a year since I was allowed to exercise, too!!) so I'm hoping the inches keep coming off! I'll be at the clinic next Thursday (6/21) for my 2nd fill. I'm excited to meet those of you that will be there that day Love you guys!! - and I just have to say WOOHOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO Holey Moley, Lori !!!! Sixty Five Inches !!! Thats as tall as I stand - I"m 65 inches tall !!!!!!!!! You've lost ME!!!!! That is such a tremendous accomplishment ! Congratulations -- you have every right to feel proud of yourself !! WAY TO GO !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Lisa Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LoriBecky Posted July 25, 2007 Author Report Share Posted July 25, 2007 thanks everybody - you really help to keep me motivated!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChristieL Posted July 31, 2007 Report Share Posted July 31, 2007 Why couldn't you exercise? If you don't mind my asking..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LoriBecky Posted July 31, 2007 Author Report Share Posted July 31, 2007 i have/had a really bad back problem which eased up with the weightloss and then I had an epidural injection in December. After losing quite a bit of weight they discovered a very large hernia that I had so that prevented me from exercising until just the last several weeks. I'm power walking every morning (well... most mornings ) now for about 2.5 miles - trying to build up to about 4 miles a day... but not there yet! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChristieL Posted August 2, 2007 Report Share Posted August 2, 2007 Way to go! You are my hero! Such committment. I hope I have as much success after my procedure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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