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Topic: RE: Exercise, what do you recommend?
Try some stuff out on YouTube first.
One thing I do is type in zumba followed by the name of a song or artist. (I like Shakira or Black Eyed Peas because you need up beat music). Lots of people have posted them leading a zumba lesson so it's just like following along with the instructor. I watch the youtube videos on my tv, in full screen and you can set up a playlist so it's just like buying a dvd. You might have to surf through a few though to find ones with the best quality and interesting, challenging moves.
Another thing you can youtube is Just Dance (there is 1, 2, and 3) Just Dance (a game for Wii) puts out youtube ads of the songs available on each edition so you can usually find 3 or 4 from each game and try them out. Again, like the zumba, some people have up loaded their own videos of them playing the game and you can follow along, only difference is you don't have to hold the control (and you always get the same score as the poster funny enough
LOL I usually pick the top scores to boost my mood while working out!). You can also youtube for the game dance central for xbox kinnect. In these instances I do prefer buying the game because I do like the feedback of knowing I'm doing they activity right and having a larger song selection but this is a good way to try it out.
I also recently found this video on youtube which has some good ideas for things you can do at home with things you already have around the house.
I know for me, I don't get motivated enough at home to work out enough so I do go to the gym but it's a personal preference. Plus I find that the Wii games are too much of a game for me and I don't feel like I've really worked out, so they are more of an 'on top of' type thing. It's a personal preference, hope these help.
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One thing I do is type in zumba followed by the name of a song or artist. (I like Shakira or Black Eyed Peas because you need up beat music). Lots of people have posted them leading a zumba lesson so it's just like following along with the instructor. I watch the youtube videos on my tv, in full screen and you can set up a playlist so it's just like buying a dvd. You might have to surf through a few though to find ones with the best quality and interesting, challenging moves.
Another thing you can youtube is Just Dance (there is 1, 2, and 3) Just Dance (a game for Wii) puts out youtube ads of the songs available on each edition so you can usually find 3 or 4 from each game and try them out. Again, like the zumba, some people have up loaded their own videos of them playing the game and you can follow along, only difference is you don't have to hold the control (and you always get the same score as the poster funny enough
LOL I usually pick the top scores to boost my mood while working out!). You can also youtube for the game dance central for xbox kinnect. In these instances I do prefer buying the game because I do like the feedback of knowing I'm doing they activity right and having a larger song selection but this is a good way to try it out. I also recently found this video on youtube which has some good ideas for things you can do at home with things you already have around the house.
I know for me, I don't get motivated enough at home to work out enough so I do go to the gym but it's a personal preference. Plus I find that the Wii games are too much of a game for me and I don't feel like I've really worked out, so they are more of an 'on top of' type thing. It's a personal preference, hope these help.
Edited for spelling...
Katie ♥
Topic: RE: CENTURY CLUB! 100 LBS GONE!!! SURGEON'S GOAL!
Congratulations! You are doing fantastic and it shows from your picture!
Katie ♥
Topic: RE: face wash for dry skin
I had the same problem directly after surgery. Although I never tried out my hypothesis, I personally believe I could have been a human sander with how dry my forehead was. My doctor said it could be a vitamin issue, although I can't remember which one, but I ended up clearing it up with an exfoliating scrub and moisturizing face wash. I like Neutragenia personally because I find it removes oil and gives moisture without being too heavy. I exfloiated as best I could to get the dry skin off and then wash with their basic moisturing face wash (in the orange tube) and then used body butter on my face until it got better and then switched to a basic moisturizer for the face once it got back to normal just to keep it up. If it's really bad, you could look into products like vitamin E oil (I believe this is the one for dry skin). One tip if you are applying moisturizer, no matter where on your body is to do it with your skin still damp. This takes longer for it to absorb but allows more moisturizer to get in over time and keep moisturizing for a long period. I hope this helps.
Katie ♥
Topic: RE: 'Tis my one year surgiversary today!
I agree with Gaby.... you really did look great yesterday! You're doing so well, congrats and keep up the excellent work!
Katie ♥
Topic: RE: What are eating/doing today (Friday)
No problem! And thank you for the goodies you brought me! I enjoyed a delicious cup of bengal spice this morning! yum
Topic: RE: HRRH Blood Lab Results
Hi TT,
In my experience, it's taken a long time for them to get back to me about my bloodwork results. I think my first one they did, they called almost ~3weeks/a month+ later. I don't know about getting a copy of the results.
In my experience, it's taken a long time for them to get back to me about my bloodwork results. I think my first one they did, they called almost ~3weeks/a month+ later. I don't know about getting a copy of the results.
Katie ♥
Topic: RE: St. Joe's Hamilton is Driving Me Insane!
I would call his office directly instead of the clinic. It seems to me that DS isn't a normal procedure for the clinic and as such, may not yet be in tune with your specific needs and instructions. I think that there shouldn't be anything wrong with contacting his clinic and speaking directly to them.
I don't know if it's different at St. Joes, but at Humber, I only contacted Humber if I needed something related to Dietitian/Social Worker/Nurse, and contacted my surgeon's office directly for anything else as all of his appointments and surgery bookings are through his office.
Also, could you contact him by email directly. I tried googling for it to post for you but couldn't find it. It seems that anyone at St. Joes though has an email of [email protected] if that helps....
Hope everything gets sorted out!
I don't know if it's different at St. Joes, but at Humber, I only contacted Humber if I needed something related to Dietitian/Social Worker/Nurse, and contacted my surgeon's office directly for anything else as all of his appointments and surgery bookings are through his office.
Also, could you contact him by email directly. I tried googling for it to post for you but couldn't find it. It seems that anyone at St. Joes though has an email of [email protected] if that helps....
Hope everything gets sorted out!
Katie ♥
Topic: RE: Pain Meds Question
The only thing they offered me at the hospital for all my pills was apple sauce. It was awful and my one pill was bright blue so when they mixed it in the applesauce turned a lovely shade of green. So NOT appetizing!
I found the easiest for me was asking for the crushed pills, pouring them all on my tongue at once and drinking it down with something thicker than water, like milk or decaf tea. I poured the ounce I was allowed, used half of it to swallow the crushed pills and the other half to swish in my mouth to get the taste out. This worked for me... about 5 days out, I asked if I could just cut the pill up into eighths. That was much easier and just as effective for me and once I was out of the hospital, I just quartered my pills. I hope these suggestions help because as far as I'm concerned, crushed pills taste gross no matter what, it's just trying to find the less gross option.
I found the easiest for me was asking for the crushed pills, pouring them all on my tongue at once and drinking it down with something thicker than water, like milk or decaf tea. I poured the ounce I was allowed, used half of it to swallow the crushed pills and the other half to swish in my mouth to get the taste out. This worked for me... about 5 days out, I asked if I could just cut the pill up into eighths. That was much easier and just as effective for me and once I was out of the hospital, I just quartered my pills. I hope these suggestions help because as far as I'm concerned, crushed pills taste gross no matter what, it's just trying to find the less gross option.
Katie ♥
Topic: RE: Avatar problem I think...or is it the health tracker thing??
I've had that problem too with after I update my weight, it shows on the health tracker but on posts after I've updated, it shows the other one. I've found that clicking refresh shows the changes, as well as closing and exiting the browser, does the same effect. Hope this helps.
Katie ♥
Topic: RE: OT - Stoopid question of the day!
What is your favourite Christmas song?
I love Mariah Carey's Christmas song: All I want for Christmas and It's Beginning to Look a Lot from Christmas (the version played in Home Alone 2)
What is your favourite Christmas movie?
I have too many to count. I like the old cartoons, frosty, rudolph, etc... and really enjoy the Home Alone movies (well the first two), as well as Christmas Vacation.
How is your shopping coming along?
Dooooooonnnnnnnneeeeeeeeeeee done done done dooooooonnnnneee. LOL Feels so good to say that, now I just have wrapping to do....
Will you be spending more or less this year?
I've stuck to budget this year.
What will you do to replace any special seasonal treats with?
I plan on making sugar free maple fudge, sugar free white chocolate, sugar free white hot chocolate mix, and a sugar free and gluten free, low carb version of a Bariatric foodie Banana Cream pie recipe for Christmas dessert. I've already made a batch of sugar free hot chocolate, but need to make more before christmas.
I love Mariah Carey's Christmas song: All I want for Christmas and It's Beginning to Look a Lot from Christmas (the version played in Home Alone 2)
What is your favourite Christmas movie?
I have too many to count. I like the old cartoons, frosty, rudolph, etc... and really enjoy the Home Alone movies (well the first two), as well as Christmas Vacation.
How is your shopping coming along?
Dooooooonnnnnnnneeeeeeeeeeee done done done dooooooonnnnneee. LOL Feels so good to say that, now I just have wrapping to do....
Will you be spending more or less this year?
I've stuck to budget this year.
What will you do to replace any special seasonal treats with?
I plan on making sugar free maple fudge, sugar free white chocolate, sugar free white hot chocolate mix, and a sugar free and gluten free, low carb version of a Bariatric foodie Banana Cream pie recipe for Christmas dessert. I've already made a batch of sugar free hot chocolate, but need to make more before christmas.
Katie ♥
Topic: RE: Really OT: But I'd like to share if I may....
I will be thinking warm, postive thoughts for him! It's great that he got to meet the great one! As much as it a bad situation, it's good to know he is in the BEST place possible and receiving the BEST care possible, and I truly believe this, because I can't speak highly enough for every indidividual who works at Sick Kids and I hope he gets better!
Katie ♥
Topic: RE: Dehydration?
That's how I felt when I got dehydrated... make sure you get in enough fluids today and if you can't get in at least 1500ml or it won't stay in, you need to get help. It can cause major problems. I agree with Karen too, the G2 will help but because it still has some sugar in it (5 grams per 250ml serving), maybe do a cup at a time between cups of water... just a suggestion if you are sensitive to sugars. Good luck and I hope you are feeling better soon.
Katie ♥
Topic: RE: Karen or Tracey..........London fog
Thanks Sue, that's really nice of you to offer but I know someone else going down to the states soon and they said they'd have a look for me. But thanks anyways and enjoy your weekend in the states!
Topic: RE: Sweeteners...pls clarify
If you've been wanting crunch and chocolate, have you tried making a frosty type concoction out of your optifast? Mix optifast with a tiny bit of water just to disolve it and blend it with a handful of icecubes. It would probably equal mixing it with 500mls of water which is what I did.... I didn't try the slushy/frosty type version because I was one of the odd people who liked optifast, but have heard people talking about them. I also froze crystal ligh****er in icecube trays and blended them into slushies because my surgery was in the summer and it made a nice cool treat that I was allowed to have according to my program. Hope this helps! Good luck with surgery!
Katie ♥
Topic: RE: Time for an Introduction (:
Welcome to the forum and I'm glad all of your complications got sorted out and congrats on your successes so far. The Ontario bunch is incredibly informative and welcoming! I feel like I've made good friends even though I've only met a few in person! I'm also a part of the weightloss surgery in your 20s group if you want any age specific support, you are welcome there too! All the best!
Katie ♥
Topic: RE: Quantum Italian Ice Cream.....High Protein, Low Fat, No Sugar
Wow! That looks great. The price is similar to a protein bar and you actually get the same amount of protein for ten fewer calories and lower fat levels than most protein bars. I also like the fact that it's sweetened with erythritol... I've been using that a lot lately as it's another sweetener we can use that won't cause gastrointestinal issues and really like it. Thanks for the heads up!
Katie ♥
Topic: RE: Karen or Tracey..........London fog
No I haven't but would appreciate it thanks! I've been trying to get my hands on the sugar cookie flavour but it seems that holiday flavour is only available in the states and the price for shipping from amazon.com is the same as the cost of the box of tea! But I would definitely appreciate trying some thanks!
Topic: RE: Does anyone here get together for fun?
Hi Lucy!
Welcome to the forum and good luck with meeting the surgeon! I'm sure it will turn out fine. We do have get togethers divided by area, some are Cawfee Talks (which in my experience are a bit more informal, a good way to catch up, ask advice and socialize with fellow WLSers) as well as Support Group meetings (which in my experience are still social and fun, but a bit more structured and can address any concerns or issues you have and to share your experiences and advice with others). I saw that you are in Burlington, and there is a Burlington group. I don't think that we are meeting again until the new year though. If you didn't mind the drive, you could join one of the upcoming get togethers in December though, I know there is a Mississauga Cawfee Talk coming up soon.
Welcome to the forum and good luck with meeting the surgeon! I'm sure it will turn out fine. We do have get togethers divided by area, some are Cawfee Talks (which in my experience are a bit more informal, a good way to catch up, ask advice and socialize with fellow WLSers) as well as Support Group meetings (which in my experience are still social and fun, but a bit more structured and can address any concerns or issues you have and to share your experiences and advice with others). I saw that you are in Burlington, and there is a Burlington group. I don't think that we are meeting again until the new year though. If you didn't mind the drive, you could join one of the upcoming get togethers in December though, I know there is a Mississauga Cawfee Talk coming up soon.
Katie ♥
Topic: RE: My surgery was cancelled today!!
I can imagine how disappointing this would be! I hope they get you booked in again within the next few days!
Katie ♥
Topic: RE: Karen or Tracey..........London fog
I'm not a Karen or a Tracey but maybe I can help...
Steep an Earl Grey Tea bag in steamed milk (or microwaved hot milk if you don't have a steamer like me) and flavour with sugar free vanilla syrup. You can change up the flavours by changing the type of tea.... I'm sure they each have their own name, but I don't know them. My current favourite if you are interested in something different is Celestial Seasonings Gingerbread Spice tea with milk and french vanilla syrup.
Steep an Earl Grey Tea bag in steamed milk (or microwaved hot milk if you don't have a steamer like me) and flavour with sugar free vanilla syrup. You can change up the flavours by changing the type of tea.... I'm sure they each have their own name, but I don't know them. My current favourite if you are interested in something different is Celestial Seasonings Gingerbread Spice tea with milk and french vanilla syrup.
Katie ♥
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