Gastric Band Refocus Plan

Having a Gastric Band is no walk in the park, and a little reminder, that to succeed and achieve your weight loss dreams with a band, is still mainly down to you and the lifestyle changes you adapt to following your surgery.

Staying positive and focused is key to a successful journey. Everything is harder when negative vibes are looming, so thinking positive and believing you can, means your already well on your way to success

Some important things to remember

Don’t beat yourself up – you are only human and things will slip from time to time, that’s life. The important thing is getting back on track at the soonest and refocusing on your goal

Diets don’t have to start on a Monday - breaking old habits is a huge part of life with a band. So, whatever the day, find your way.

Stress can get in the way of clear positive thinking. Finding your calm is really important, especially in this busy society that we live in. Find what works for you and make it part of your day to keep stress levels down

Planning in advance will help you stay focused and in control. Map out your meals, book your gym classes, do a shopping list – some little ideas to keep you on track

Keep a daily diary, It’s good to document your journey, the ups and the downs. Reading back through this will show you how far and how strong you have become. Self-belief, is enough to keep you motivated in itself.

Sleep well so you can stay focused and committed to you exercise goals. Feeling tired and zapped of energy can only lead to demotivation

Set achievable goals, we all want to see the finish line, but small manageable steps in the right direction will get you there – have faith in yourself and keep stepping.

Stop comparing – This is a hard one, but something that is really important. Band journeys vary, not unlike any other weight loss journey. Be encouraged by others, comparing will be of no benefit to you on your journey and can really mess with a positive mind set

It’s the gains you should focus on, not what you have to lose - So, believe you can and you will.

Don’t forget Rome weren’t built in a day - enjoy the ride and trust the process and don’t forget your band needs YOU!

Don't forget if you need a hand with your band - I'm here to help xx