Sit-Ups/crunches

[JerseyShoreDisneyDiva 113]

I was just wondering how long it took anyone after having been banded to be able to do these? Can you feel the port as you do them?

[blackcadillacs5 62]

I think it was 1 month for moderate exercises...but I didnt dare until 2 months later. Its takes longer for the internals to heal. I can always feel my port, but nothing outta the ordinary. That's usually how my Dr. adds a fill, they lay you down and ask you to do a crunch/sit-up. This puts pressure on the port so it can stick out a bit and be easier to inject.

Whatever you do take it slow and talk to your surgeon before hand.

[daisychains7 427]

I can also always feel my port. The more weight I lose, the more prominent it is under my skin.

Sit ups were painful for me up until 5 months post op. i think I'm weird. LOL. My doctor has given me the "ok" now but I proceed with caution. She said occasional port soreness is normal, especially after ab work outs so you may need to ice the area afterwards. Take it very slow and if it starts to hurt, stop and listen to your body.