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A time of happiness and positivity

Dreams & Aspirations

is key to success – Take time every day to re-energize your focus and keep going…!!!!!!!

A determined mind is a successful one……

Achieve your

Motivation......

Record your measurements

Neck ………………..

Chest………………

Hips…………….…..

Calf. L ……….... R ..…….…

L ………… R ……….. Upper arm

…………..….Waist

L .............. R ................Thigh

L …………. R …………… Ankle

Date………………………………

Today’s weight

How big is your plate..??

Go and have a measure and a rethink…………

Your surgery is a tool to help control port ions and hunger, anymore thanyou need on your plate may just tempt you to eat for longer

Your meal should f it comfortably within the red zone and not piled high either…!!!

For Band Patients - This port ion is perfect when your band is optimally adjusted, if you eatthis size port ion and are hungry less than 4 hours then you might need a bigger port ion untilyour band is level is right for you…. You will get there

Downsize your fork, This will really help youcontrol those bite sizes

20Don’t exceed 20 minutes eating time if you have a band Bypass and Sleeve patients may need longer depending on The amount ate within this time 6”

Your bitesize should be the size of a 20p

Stay focused and plan ahead…… Remember texture texture texture…..!!!!!!

The Dreaded Wardrobe Clear Out……. Come on you can do it…!!!!!!

Allocate a day or 2 – make some rule and st ick to themYou might be saving for a special something or have a few charity bags to f ill…. Its all for a good cause

Don’t forget have a try on session…. You might be surprisedWhat does and doesn't f it anymore……

How optimal is you band working……

Caution – If you struggle with textures or find yourself having symptoms of pain refluxor regurgitation you might benefit from some fluids out. Again make that appointment

as a matter of urgency to discuss.

Complete these 3 simple questions to see…….

If you have answered NO to any of these questions you might benefit

from a fill. Consider an appointment with your provider

to discuss further…….

Can you go at least 4 hours aftereating before you feel hungry again

Are you getting a steadyweight loss….???

YES NO

YES NO

Do your meals fit on a sideplate comfortably

(approx. 6”)

YES NO

Not applicable

during isolation –

Sorry !

Fed up of eating the same meals……..

Challenge yourselfto make something new,delicious and textured…..

There are plenty of ideas in. “The Kitchen”.

Or why not try something completely brand new..

Don’t forget to share any ideas on the “Forum” or on our FaceBook Group –BandBoozled Bariatrics

Water….. Water….. Water…….Health Authorities commonly recommend approx.

2litres of water a day….. Do you achieve this..??

2 litres is approx.8 glasses of water(8 ounce glass)

Have a read of ”Simple Water” in the Library to give you tips and ideas on how to hit your daily quota.

Unfortunately with a band you are not ableto gulp….. So keep a drink by you always andsip continuous throughout the day….

Don’t forget to print off a Copy of ”My Diary”This allows you to monitor Your fluid intake daily……

SipSip Sip

Download weekly to stay on track… Don’t forget to input your water, alcohol and exercise….

Strike a pose…….

Challenge yourself to try a different yogapose everyday for a week

Enjoy the stretch and feel the benef its

Make eating at the table a daily habit….

Sitting at the table will not only allow you time to concentrate on your 20+ rule…….

(The mechanics of eating which is required following surgery)

It will also give you the correct posture for eating……(You might f ind eating painful or experience symptoms of regurgitation if your posture is out

following surgery)

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Log on daily to keep you motivated with your friends on the

“Facebook Group & Forum” and the dedicated team

Sue & Nic xx

Setting Goals…..

ChangeAhead…!!!!

Give yourself a goal…

It doesn't have to be aweight goal…..

Just something healthyand achievable that you can do daily

Tick the stars dailySee if you can complete yourMotivational month

Small steps towards positive changes……

I am going to……..

Targets

Don’t be so hard on yourself….. L

Take time out everyday to remember all the nice things about you….Whether this is done before you get up in the morning or whilst your relaxing in the bath

You are truly amazing never forget that…..

ve yourself instead……!!!

Don’t forget to laugh….!!!!!

Its said Laughing….

ü Burns Caloriesü Is contagiousü Is attractiveü Improves well beingü Gives positive emotionsü Releases endorphinsü Improves sleepü Improves blood pressureü Boosts oxygen intake

The Healthiest response to life is Happiness

There are no downsides to laughing…

Make Time To Pamper…!!!!Have some quality you time

BUBBLEBATH

PAINTYOUR

NAILS

FACEMASK

MASSAGE

LISTENTO YOURFAVORITE

TUNES

LIGHT SOMECANDLES

SHAVE

HAIR CONDITION

MOVIETIME

EXFOLIATE AND

MOISTURISE

Boost your Health & Wellbeing

Cupboard Clear out….

Do your cupboards resemble something along these lines..??

Some of us may have cupboards/larders to be proud of…….Others most certainly could be improved.

Go on take a look…… Time to put some order into your shelves J

An organised cupboard = organised eating

Check out ‘Are you a larder lout’ article on the site for some hints and tips to organising your shelves the healthy way…..

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Make breakfast a daily event….

Remember texture…..

Sometimes breakfast can be a challenge, can be often skipped or you Simply just don’t feel hungry.

Bypass/Sleeve Patients—Your portions are so much smaller following Surgery, so your mealtimes are so importantTo enable you get all nutrition you need

Band Patients -You might need a hot drink before you eatif you struggle with morning tightness Following surgery

Count your steps….

Give yourself a challenge and go for it…!!!!!!!

Week 1 Week 2 Week 3 Week 4

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Goodies &Nice things

Treats

Fill up a treat box…• Face masks• Fluffy socks • New pyjamas• Fancy bath products• New body butter• Luxury candles• Voucher for massage• A bottle of fancy v ino• Your favorite sweet treat• This seasons quality nail polish• Hairdressing voucher• Make up treat• Luxury bottle of perfume

All these nice things to look forward towhen you hit your target……..

Splurge away – you deserve it

Motivational Marbles…. (the only time when losing your marbles is OK..!!!!)

Why not have a go at making your very ownPersonalised weight loss jars

A fun way to work towards a weight loss goal

Cheap, easy and fun to make…..

Going,

GoingGone

Make sure you get your sleep…

It is said that the average personNeeds between 7-9 hours sleep to

Function at your best.

Set some bedtime rules and embrace sleep

Mid afternoon slumps can be calorific if nothing else…!!!!!

Tiredness can effect motivation……. Let's take control and rule this out

Invest in a new workout outfit

You will not only look the part but wearing thecorrect workout gear gives many other benefits

ü Comfort and improves range of movementü Breathable and absorbentü Give correct supportü Improves circulationü Protects from weatherü Safety aspects

Investing in a fitter healthier you

Money well spent….!!!

Try a different workout class…..

Zumba

Swimming

Glo-fitAreomixSpinning

Walking

Boot camp

Kettle bell

Yoga

Pilates

Boxercise

Body pump

Clubbercise

Tai-chi

Line Dancing

Legs,bums

Tums

Metafit

Circuits

Inferno

Running clubH20 workout

Weights

Body pump

Abs blastBody attack

Step

Body sculpt

Walking club

up your life…….

Sauces can be calorific..!!!

So try to avoid adding sauces to yourmeals and try adding Herbs and Spices to give you that alternativeflavour. Check out the article”Happy Herbs’ to give you somefab flavour combos

15 positive things

I’ve achieved

This month…

Get into the habit ofmeasuring your hungerbefore you eat…….

Don’t eat unless you score3 or more…..

You should still be eating3 meals a day – try to cut out snacking…!!!5

4

0

1

2 3

0 is not hungry at all 5 Very hungry as if you have missed a meal

Don’t get caught out unprepared.....It could be very calorific…!!!!

Madewith Love…..

Plan your meals…. Don’t let convenience get the better of you ……

Re measure and compare

Neck ………………..

Chest………………

Hips…………….…..

L ……….... R ..…….…. Calf

L …….…… R ……….. Upper arm

…………..….Waist

L .............. R ................Thigh

L …………... R …………… Ankle

Date………………………………

Today’s weight

Inches lost

Weight lost

Well Done on completing your“Motivational Month”

This is only the beginning……..

Enjoy a new and healthier you and plan your next motivational goals……

Well Done on Completing your Motivational Month