Exercise??????

[Hopeful24 1]

I am 3 weeks post op and would like to know when can I start exercising..

[sarsar 824]

I was told to start walking right away. I have also been doing a lot of stretching but did notice that I had to be careful with that so I didn't pull my stomach muscles too much. I am cleared to start my regular exercise routine tomorrow, I will be 6 weeks out. I have an appointment with my personal trainer for tomorrow and I am very excited. Of course, I will be taking it slow and listening to what my body tells me. If it's too much I will slow down.

[kellyw74 258]

I walked from day one home from the hospital. Futher and further everyday. I was not allowed to lift over 10lbs for the first 4 weeks and NO ab work.

When I went for my first check-up at 6 weeks out, I was cleared to do whatever I wanted.

Kelly

[lifechanges 3]

I was told to start exercising as soon as possible. To be honest with you I certainly did not have the energy or will power at first but did eventually get into a routine. I was not allowed to do any weight training until about 6 weeks out. The trainer suggested to start out with what you can at first but try to do something everyday. Each day / week try to do more than the day / week before with eventually building up to 60 minutes plus every day. Good luck to you and happy exercising!

[kemo46 82]

Ask your surgeon, all have different rules. I was to start walking immediately and increase my distance. I was told not to lift anything or any other exercise for 6 weeks. I just started my exercise this week.