Very good advice especially if one is already in half decent shape.
Eros, congratulations for loosing 50lbs, and I hope this will be a lifestyle change even when the lap band is removed.
I wouldn?t be overly concerned about weight lifting and using all those glories workout machines at the gym right now. I would concentrate on stretching and introducing pilates. Plus walking and building up to race walking until you are ready to run outside rather on a treadmill.
Walking, race walking and jogging should all be done outdoors. A good pair of trail-running shoes should protect your feet, legs, knees and your body on pavement or on dirt. The reason I emphasis outdoors is that your body needs the elements outside to become fit again (I know people will laugh at me for saying this and just remember vitamin D). If running is too hard on the knees look into cycling.
Once you get close to your desire body weight and the cardio stuff is all done outside, start using those machines and free weights. And, remember calories will always count.
Good luck
