Welcome, Crystal and good luck to you!

I also went through all the prep for WLS (lapband) and chickened out at the last minute.  I think it's definitely doable on your own.....as proven by so many success stories on this board.  I think your plan of cutting down on the carbs is a good one and coupled with portion control and healthy choices you should do well. 

Set mini monthly goals for yourself and just don't expect it to come off all at once (or to lose every week what that first week's loss).  You're in good company here and it's a very supportive group....although these boards can be kind of slow once in a while.

Wishing you the best!!

Stacy and Crystal....welcome to both of you and I think a weekly accountability is a great idea!!  We all need that accountability to help stay on track through the tough times/choices. 

I think it's also a good idea to not want to try and get it off all at once and then become discouraged, cause as we all know, it certainly takes more time to lose it than gain it (for whatever reason). 

I wish you both success.  I'm not on here all the time but try to comment when I can and post how I'm doing here and there too.

Well it's clear to me that you are a good friend and care for your friend deeply.

I'm going to have to say that I think 250 is probably too high of a goal weight. It's absolutely healthier than her highest of 385 and she'll definitely feel better at that weight. But there are still health concerns being over 100 lbs. from a goal weight of 125. (I know WW uses BMI charts for their goal weights. Is 125 the TOP of the goal weight range for your friend?)

I've been where your friend has been. I started WW at nearly 450 lbs. It was really scary to see that I needed to lose 300 lbs. to get to the top weight of my weight range. (120-150)

It's not always been easy, but as I get closer to my goal, I'm so thankful for the journey I've had. I've learned so much about myself, and all the things I'm capable of.

It is possible for her to get to a healthier weight. Hopefully as she gets closer to 250 she'll see how much SHE is capable of and will want to keep going. It's a fantastic feeling.

I wish you and your friend lots of luck and sending you both lots of loser vibes!!

wow! you guys have both done great! Sandi, what specific wii-fit exercises did you do that you liked and worked well? I know there are more games I can buy, but I'd like to buy one that has been recommended! Also, did you guys follow any specific eating plan or just try to eat more sensibly and cut down? That's what I'm trying to do - eat less and move more! I figure if I can lose 1 pound a week, that's 52 in a year and some lap-banders don't even get that. I think I've always been so caught up in losing big numbers really fast (which NEVER happened) that I got discouraged and gave up. If I just keep going, I will lose and I won't gain it back!! Thanks for your support - I'm really gonna need it. Yes, the Lord is my main strength and without Him, I can't do it. Blessings, Stacy

I think that is a great plan! I love the Wii Fit (as you can see from my name and avatar)! I have lost over 100lbs using Wii Fiti for my cardio exercise. I weighed in once a week then when I hit goal I weighed in every two weeks and I still do that. The only exception in when I have been recovering form my plastic surgeries. Then I didn't weigh in until I could see the swelling had gone down. I'm excited for you and I wish you the very best on your journey to a healthier you! God bless you.

Sandi