Fresh Start

Now that school is out and I have time to get myself on a schedule, I will begin to attempt to lose weight and inches in my lower limbs. Basically, today was my last lazy day.  It is time for me to get it together and see what is possible in this lifestyle.
I have included my Leg Volume Tracking and Documentation Chart that came with my compression pump.I will update this chart each week.

Each line is 10 cm apart and starts at my ankle.

As you can see in the photos, the machine is quite simple (even with all the hoses).

Flexitouch Machine

Basically there are 5 sequences that take place during the session. The first sequence is in the trunk area (waist and groin). The machine pushes extra fluid towards your waist in order to prepare it for the fluid being pumped from your lower limbs. The second sequence is in your thigh. The machine pumps the extra fluid towards your trunk. The third sequence is in your calf. The machine pumps the extra fluid towards your thigh. The fourth sequence is in your foot.  The machine pushes the extra fluid towards your ankle. Sequences 1 - 4 take about 30 min. The last sequence (#5) pumps the extra fluid from your toes all the way to your trunk. It is a continuous cycle that last for 30 min. Once you complete one side of your body or the affected limb, you place the garments on the other side and start over.

Left Leg Compression Garments

Fully Assembled

Compression Time!!!
(Takes 60 Min Per Leg)

In essence, the machine is made to manually drain the extra fluid towards your kidneys, therefore, you will experience an increase in urine output. My goal for the month of June is to pump everyday (twice a day if possible) as well as workout in the form of walking, aerobics, kettle bells, video gaming (Wii and Xbox), and a little running.  I will try to hold myself accountable by posting each day on what I did and how I felt.  If you are game, please feel free to join me.  If you are not physically able to, then shoot me a message and ask me anything you want or give me some input. Hopefully, I can form a routine that won't change as much once school starts back.