Not Exercising Yet....

[MamaT 47]

I am 3 weeks post op and I haven't started working out yet because these dizzy spells are killing me! I know I'm not getting enough calories in yet to get in a treadmill without passing out.. And I was looking forward to getting into a routine. I switched my Protein Drink to Isopure to try and get more Protein in, but I haven't felt the effects yet. I work full time as a nurse and when I'm busy running around I sometimes have to stop and sit down for a minute...

I don't know if anyone else experienced this.. I guess I'm just frustrated... I told my surgeon and he said to make sure I eat more often because my sugar might be dropping (I am not a diabetic).. And I try to but I still cannot take in a lot at once. I never thought I would see the day when I wasn't hungry lol

[Lissa 2,631]

It will get easier as you progress through the stages and as the swelling in your sleeve goes down. I was going to suggest that you start slow with some walking, but you probably walk more as a nurse than I do on a daily basis NOW.

Don't push yourself super hard. Gradually add in the workouts as your stabilize. Once you're back on solid food and have clearance from your surgeon (about 6-8 weeks), then you can increase your workouts.

[BenisaMartim4 369]

I'm 3 months out today and I still don't "exercise". I take care of my house and kids the best that I can. I still stay weak and dizzy all of the time. My calorie intake is still around 600. I just cannot eat. I hope it gets better soon.

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[Ms skinniness 3,003]

My struggle is getting in enough fluids. When I was getting dehydrated, I got really dizzy. When I get up in the AM, I get a little dizzy. Can you be somewhat dehydrated? Trying uping your Water intake. You might be surprised. I struggle everyday with Fluid intake. But I have to do it, or else suffer the consequences.

[Sassygirl06 962]

yes, the Fluid intake can affect the blood pressure, and when you have dips in blood pressure you can have dizzy spells.....im sure you know this as a nurse...... but as a patient it can be a little scary to think that it will never go away. I know you must be running around taking care of patients, and it can get hard to remember to hydrate yourself....believe me I KNOW! lol

just make sure to take a sip everytime you pass by your station! good luck

dont worry about not getting in exercise until you feel up to it. I am sure that you running around on the job is burning all the calories you are eating in a day anyways. you will know when you can handle more

[kiki19 16]

I still sometimes feel weak and dizzy...I am seven weeks out. I am going to Pilates tonight, and I was planning on a pump-it up class tomorrow morning, but I will see how Pilates goes. I need to build back my stamina...it's too hot to walk already. So I will have to try the treadmill.

[Finding MeMe 204]

Take your time and give yourself time to heal. Also remember that exercise is not always done on the threadmill or in the gym. Chasing after the kids, cleaning the house, cooking, vacuming, cleaning the kitchen, making the beds, walking up and down the stairs, walking the dog, etc is also exercise.

[Kansas1965 54]

I was told from my dr. Only to walk till 6 weeks i will be 3 weeks on mon. I started doing the elliptical but on low impact I like it better then walking I'm just taking it easy no hills. I like it I hope it ok my Dr. Is strict on me so I'm not going to tell him

[Capt Derel 287]

Your working your scars. I would pay attention to them. The weights gonna fall off. I promise