ShannonH 34 Posted May 9, 2012 I started simple cardio on a stationary bike. Now, I ride 11 miles in 30 minutes, 4 days a week. I've also added strength training....I was sleeved March 2nd. 2 LilMissDiva Irene and arj1016 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LilMissDiva Irene 3,282 Posted May 10, 2012 I am 4 weeks post op and am still really really weak. How did you start working out. Any ideas other than walking? I have resistant bands and ball 2lb weights and a hula hoop. I was also still very weak at 4 weeks post op. What you are experiencing is quite common. Don't let it worry you, because now I have more energy than I know what to do with. Just start slow, take your time building yourself up. You will get to a point where you're doing a lot more and soon. Walking and stationary bikes, even ellipticals should be fine for you right now. I started simple cardio on a stationary bike. Now, I ride 11 miles in 30 minutes, 4 days a week. I've also added strength training....I was sleeved March 2nd. Wow you are really fast on that stationary bike! My best 10M time is just under 32 Minutes. Good job! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ela2012 13 Posted May 10, 2012 Woo Hoo...after more than 7 years, I am finally and officially not obese anylonger!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! One day at the time I thought I'll share my happy thoughts today! Trust your sleeve, eat healthy, drink your Water and exercise and your body will love you Happy Thursday! Ela 1 LilMissDiva Irene reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LilMissDiva Irene 3,282 Posted May 10, 2012 Woo Hoo...after more than 7 years, I am finally and officially not obese anylonger!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! One day at the time I thought I'll share my happy thoughts today! Trust your sleeve, eat healthy, drink your Water and exercise and your body will love you Happy Thursday! Ela CONGRATULATIONS!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LilMissDiva Irene 3,282 Posted May 10, 2012 Athletic, Bitter, Caring, Daunting, Energetic, Fervent, Grand, Happy, Inspired, Jovial, Kind, Loving, Maniacal, No-nonsense, Operatic, Playful, Queen, Reminiscent, Sociable, Tactical, Under-appreciated, Vehement, Wild, Xotic, YellowRose, Zippy. Me from A to Z 1 Buffy reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Buffy 4 Posted May 12, 2012 Athletic' date=' Bitter, Caring, Daunting, Energetic, Fervent, Grand, Happy, Inspired, Jovial, Kind, Loving, Maniacal, No-nonsense, Operatic, Playful, Queen, Reminiscent, Sociable, Tactical, Under-appreciated, Vehement, Wild, Xotic, YellowRose, Zippy. Me from A to Z[/quote'] Hello diva , Please say a prayer and I will pray to gain that wonderful attitude as well. My date is May 15th...I am 64 and so very excited to continue on this beautiful journey. Keep up the great work.! Hope to hear from you again in the future. Buffy 1 LilMissDiva Irene reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LilMissDiva Irene 3,282 Posted May 14, 2012 Hello diva , Please say a prayer and I will pray to gain that wonderful attitude as well. My date is May 15th...I am 64 and so very excited to continue on this beautiful journey. Keep up the great work.! Hope to hear from you again in the future. Buffy Hey Buffy!! So, tomorrow is your big day! How exciting! I'm praying for a smooth operation and for a speedy recovery for you. Oh how your life will change, but for the better. Xoxo Check in when you can to tell us how you're doing! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LilMissDiva Irene 3,282 Posted May 30, 2012 True maturity comes with recognizing your weaknesses and flaws. True strength comes with admitting your weaknesses and flaws, and correcting them. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LilMissDiva Irene 3,282 Posted June 7, 2012 Growth won't happen until you look inside yourself, accept you're human and make changes. I don't lie to myself. I take my faults and negatives, throw it out to the Universe and like a boomerang it ALWAYS comes back to me making me stronger and more positive. <3 Good morning Vertical Sleeve Talk!! Whatever you do today, do the right thing. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LilMissDiva Irene 3,282 Posted June 8, 2012 For without honesty there cannot be healing. Without healing there will never be growth. And without growth we will always be doomed to keep making those same mistakes. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pooh 31 Posted June 10, 2012 Do you think i can start a slim fast shake 1 week post op. And still stay on liquids ..i haven't found one thing but broth that i could put in clear broth and me drink it..can i add Fiber to any of my liquids. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LilMissDiva Irene 3,282 Posted June 10, 2012 Do you think i can start a slim fast shake 1 week post op. And still stay on liquids ..i haven't found one thing but broth that i could put in clear broth and me drink it..can i add fiber to any of my liquids. Yes you can drink Slim Fast shakes... though I would encourage perhaps another option. They are very high in sugar. Have you tried the Atkins RTD? I find them very tasty 1 arj1016 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LilMissDiva Irene 3,282 Posted June 12, 2012 To LOSE the weight, you will have to GAIN: Strength, Motivation, Determination, A willing mind, An unyielding heart, An unfailing spirit, and constant thankfulness for all the goodness in your life. You must FEED yourself daily with healthy nourishment, Water, positive words, love, physical activity and encouragement & being lead in the right direction from your supporters, whoever they are. 2 mocha and arj1016 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pooh 31 Posted June 13, 2012 So true and so happy i found all of you guys are special to me with encouraging words and advice. Love the teamwork.God has really blessed me. 1 LilMissDiva Irene reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites