fear of situps with the band

[toyrenee 0]

Hi Everyone

I have an horrific fear of doing situps once I'm banded next tuesday. I just keep thinking it will make my band slipp.

How long did you wait to do situps after getting the band?

Any advice is appreciated

[btrieger 21]

My surgeon strictly stated before and after my surgery, "Do NOT do sit-ups because they can cause your port to flip."

No a slipped band but a flipped port.

[Cherishthepast 20]

I'd suggest discussing with surgeon. I was given clearance to resume ALL activities no limitations after 6 weeks. for several months off and on; I've participated in a bootcamp at my gym; this includes running, jumping rope, sit ups, push ups...

I will warn you that initially you will feel some discomfort around the port area; however, this will go away in time - it took about 6 months for me not to feel discomfort in port area after strenuous exercise.

Again, talk w/ your doc before proceeding.

Much success...