When Can I Get On The Tredmill?

BIGMAN · November 11, 2005

I just had my surgery on the 7th of this month (Nov.) and I was wondering when could I get on the tredmill and do some cardio exercise to help speed up the process of weight loss?

Tricia K. · November 11, 2005

Walking on the treadmill is fine for now but I would wait 4-6 weeks before doing any jogging/running. You'll need that time to heal properly.

giveyouthemoon · November 11, 2005

Yup. That's what my doc said. No running but walking on the treadmill is fine. I was on my treadmill about five days post surgery. I needed that energy boost that only working out can bring.

Clementine · November 11, 2005

My pre-surgery gift to myself was a new ipod (my first!) to help make exercise "fun". I took it for a spin in my walkin' shoes about six days after surgery. I was able to walk at a good clip, and it felt great! My doc says six weeks before any strenuous exercise. I'd be careful of the inclines on a treadmill...don't put too much pressure on your stomach too soon. But as long as you take it easy, I say it's never too early to start a good habit!

It's me-Debbydo · November 11, 2005

Ditto.....

Jachut · November 11, 2005

Just out of interest on this topic, I just bought this to use on the elliptical machine at the gym, so I dont fall asleep and actually fall off the machine;

http://www.cardiocoach.com/home.php

It is absolutely awesome! Really motivating and makes it FUN.

I love the treadmill but cant use it because it aggravates may achilles tendon.