I had lap band surgery June 29, 2010.Over the years I have starved myself, binged & purged, taken diet pills, walked 8 miles a day for about 2 years, became a gym rat, etc., so this was the miracle I had been waiting for! I was cetain this surgery was going to be the answer to my dreams.  Since June I have lost 30 pounds, but over the holidays I have gained back SEVEN!  I went out and purchased a treadmill this past week and have used it every day. I begged my husband to let me keep it in the living room so I would be more apt to use it while watching TV. In fact, I was watching today's show about the 17 day diet from my treadmill! Just when I was at my lowest low I was so inspired by both teams and their stories that it makes me want to continue this uphill battle I have fought all my life....I will not give up!  I was feeling like such a failure (again) but realized I had quit putting forth the effort that is required.  I will not be a slacker.  I want to inspire others to keep trying, too.  Thank you Dr. Phil.