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I've been exercising -- as in cardio exercise, walking -- since day 2, at the doctor's recommendation, so obviously that's not off limits.

From what I can tell, it's only resistance training (weight lifting, machines, etc.) that's off limits. My post-op pamphelet says to avoid lifting more than 15 lbs for two weeks post-op. I've also heard four weeks, and six weeks.

I know the surgeon is the final arbiter, and I'm going to see and ask him on Thursday, but in the interim I'm curious: when did you guys start working out (for reals, not just walking) after your surgery?

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I got cleared at 4 weeks out. He said to listen to my body regarding abdominal work and weights.

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At my 2 week Post-op appt my Dr. told me to start whenever I felt ready but to modify where needed. I feel ready so I'm starting tomorrow at 1 day short of 3 weeks. My exercise of choice is Zumba so I'm sure I'll have to modify.

Good luck!

Lovingly,

monica:001_tongue:

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Update: So I'm 3 weeks tomorrow and I went to my Zumba class today. It was fantastic to get some real exercise ( was bored with just walking)! I modified along the way and boy was I thirsty. I usually drink 32 oz in the 1hour work out but this time I only got in 16oz. I was fine though.

Hope you can get some exercise soon!:thumbup1:

Lovingly,

monica:001_tongue:

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I'am in my 4th week of post-op, and I was wondering when can I start going to the gym? Maybe do some cardio?

Nanita <3

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