Post Op Exercise

[MsDownToMe 2]

Hi guys, I am 2 weeks post op and aside from doing a lot off walking, I haven't begun working out yet. When did you all start to workout and what type of exercise did you do? Thanks!!

[Ms Lady in NC 1]

I started the day after surgery. My coordinator Laurie was surprised to hear of me walking stairs and all the floors the next morn after surgery so after my leak test and a few hours of rest at the hotel, we hit the streets LITERALLY. We walked up and down the streets of Tijuana for a good 8 hours enjoying all the festivities and culture. Then a few days later at home I used my treadmill at home until that got boring and I went back to my gym where I have been since I was 2 weeks post-op. I mainly used the treadmill and bikes for a few weeks then went on to light weights and the dreadful stairmaster to finally back into my fav...boxing. I was told to basically do a little at a time to work your way back to where you once were and in a few weeks I was. It really all depends on you and your body. Pushing yourself before time will not get you to your goal any quicker so just remember to do what your doctor says. Good Luck!

[kellyw74 258]

I walked until i went to my first check up with my surgeon and was cleared to do more. He said I was healed and could do whatever I wanted.

So, I started running and lifting weights at 6 weeks out.

Kelly

[PdxMan 4,292]

I have been fortunate with my whole sleeve experience thus far. I am 11 days post-op and am doing great. Before my surgery, though, I worked out a lot. I could do half an hour on the elliptical machine no problem. A few hours after surgery I was walking all over downtown Las Vegas. Took the wife out to dinner. Crazy, I know, but it felt good to walk. I flew back home on Monday and Tuesday morning I went to the club and was able to do half an hour on the elliptical and felt great. So, I think the real answer is, "It depends". If you worked out before surgery, I would say go right back to the same program. If you didn't, then you must understand beginning a fitness program is hard, sleeved or not, and your body is going to freak out. But always listen to your body. If it is saying, "This doesn't feel right," then stop. Find that level that does work for you. I've only missed a couple days in the gym since, and I am feeling great. I attribute it to my pre-op program.