6GP2008 1 Posted April 9, 2013 Has anyone found that lifting weights has reduced the effects of loose skin? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nighthawk 28 Posted July 31, 2013 Very good question...anyone??? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kyle314 18 Posted August 7, 2013 My arms have/had loose skin. So I do a lot of biceps and triceps lifting and it has helped a lot. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
music1618 879 Posted August 7, 2013 Yes I lift in my arms and I do not have flabby skin down there. I am working on my tummy now. Through soccer my legs are worked out and I don't have any flabby skin there. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LeticiaHuggins 177 Posted August 7, 2013 Most definitely. I've been using wrist weights since a week after surgery and I work my arms out during my walks or with Tae Bo and my arms look amazing. No loose skin at all. My inner thighs are a little loose and my belly. Focusing on that right now. ~Leticia **HW: 259**PreOp: 216**SURG: 3/21/13 **Discharged @: 221** 4.5 mons post op. CW: 160.0 lbs. --- Only 10 lbs to my goal --- Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JW3 5 Posted March 3, 2014 I had surgery in November started lifting (light weights) two weeks after surgery. My don't have loose skin on my arms but I do on my chest and thighs. I started lifting heavier weights/less reps on my legs. I am reluctant to go too heavy on my chest because of a blown shoulder. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nwsunlvr 0 Posted February 9, 2015 I started working out at the gym as soon as doc gave okay to go. I work the circuit room working on all the muscle groups. I currently have a small amount on my belly but the ab workout is reducing it. The weights have kept my arms in good shape as well as my thighs. My only complaint so far is that my butt used to be one you could bounce a quarter off of. Kind of Jello still right now...but hope to get it back in shape too.. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wcdaniels 48 Posted February 11, 2015 It has helped with my arms and most of my legs, but I have just too much around the gut are and on my inner thighs. I don't think there's much I'll be able to do to help with this loose skin. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
geekguy 27 Posted March 2, 2015 This is definitely something that I'm concerned about as well as I lose weight. I'm down from a high of 408, hoping to get to about 250. I would love to avoid the skin surgery if at all possible. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bigboy76 102 Posted March 29, 2015 Yes, the weight training is helpful IMO to reduce loose skin. I've lost 105 lbs in 6 months and I don't have any noticeable loose skin. I'm lifting 3-4 times a week and have been since 2 months out. Lots of debate about why lift when you're trying to lose weight? I'd rather see slow scale movement and see muscle building then jiggling everywhere! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gr8bowler 43 Posted March 29, 2015 I'm sure after my surgery, once I get the ok from my doctor I'll be hitting the gym a lot too! I'm hoping I don't have much issue with the skin. I'm at 340 and my goal is around 225 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ag0177 8 Posted May 22, 2016 I'm sure after my surgery, once I get the ok from my doctor I'll be hitting the gym a lot too! I'm hoping I don't have much issue with the skin. I'm at 340 and my goal is around 225Hello, I'm starting out at about the same weight. How have things gone for you? Lowest weight? Saggy skin? About how tall are you? Sent from my SM-G930V using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites