NSV are still progress!

It’s important to recognise non scale victories as you lose weight with your gastric band.
This can be particularly motivating when you are having a bad day or in a weight loss stall.  Its important to keep going!

Some NSV’s include:

Less breathless on movement & increased energy levels
Moving down clothes sizes
Remission from type 2 diabetes
Not using a seat extender on an aeroplane
Less pressure on joints
Cross your legs free and easy
Bath towel fits around you maintaining all modesty
Baths not showers
Knee length boots now fit
Fair rides
Picking clothes you like just not ones that fit
Jeans not jeggings
Going the cinema and sitting comfortable for the entire movie
Cutting or paining your own toe nails
Reducing symptoms of asthma or high blood pressure
Increasing confidence

The list really is endless!  so don't forget about these wins when monitoring progress - it really isn't all about the scales