Exercise!

[Vixkey 40]

I am 1week and 3days Post-Op. Does anyone know when would be the right time to start going to the gym!? im dying to start! lol but right now my body can't still a lil sore on my stomach just got my drain out yesterday... but i just like to know how long did it take for you?

[soccermomx2 111]

I've been walking since day 1. Dr said 2 months I can start doing situps, pushups, etc.

Currently no arm weights over 5 pounds. Low intensity cardio until 6 weeks (next Tuesday for me) & then increase as body allows.

[admalley 4]

I was told nothing more than walking until I was 6 weeks post op. I started at about 4.5 weeks and had no problem. 1 week is a little early, I would stick to walking for another couple weeks.

[amfw 18]

I would wait until your surgeon has cleared you.

[barrbdoll 287]

Ask your Dr. but I would say cardio after 3 -4 weeks and no heavy lifting/crunches until 6 weeks. Of course walking and light tonight (arms & legs) shouldn't be a problem now. But always seek advice from your surgeon.

Good Luck!

[CoolBreeze 154]

I'll be 8 weeks on Sunday and my doctor cleared me to exercise (in moderation of course) for the first month or so. So take it ez and let yourself heal the for the first month or 2. You'll get there. I walked the first month or so and will be in the gym within the next 2-3 weeks.

[MoreganK 164]

I was the same as some of these folks. Walking is ok for now. I didn't get cleared for gym workouts until 6 weeks out.

[Vixkey 40]

Thank you everyone.... I'll stick to walking then