10 Days Post Op...how Much Are You Walking?

[mommaof4zs 3]

I was just wanting to get an idea of how much other people were walking a day around 10 days post op. I have gotten up to 2 and a half miles/day and feel great. The nurse Practicioner wants me walking 4 miles a day by 6 weeks post op.

[nikkiba75 276]

I walked around my neighborhood

Had to build up my stamina

So I walked like 30 minutes a day

Now I go to the gym for 1 hour a day

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[BBdoodle 483]

Everyone is different....sounds like you are doing great. Just do what your body can handle and don't push it because that is when you get injuries. I would increase distance once a week by 1/2 mile. A good speed to get your heart rate up is like a 12 minute mile and that takes time to work up to that.

[grannykathy 31]

I am 2weeks post op and walking 2 miles a day. Sometimes i split it up.

[DLCoggin 1,788]

I think the most important thing is to not set the bar too high. That can be different for everyone so I'm hesitant to put a number on it. If you're enjoying your walking and you're comfortable with your speed and distance, then you're doing exactly what you should be doing. When you do that, your exercise is sustainable and it becomes a litestyle change. If you're simply trying to hit some number given to you by a member of your team, the risk of getting frustrated with the process and abandoning it is much higher. Do what you can comfortably maintain four to five times a week and you'll be amazed how much it speeds up your weight loss! Two and a half miles a day at 10 days post-up - fabulous!!