Post-op Body Building

[drego 2]

Hi, it's been 5 months after my vsg surgery and i want to start workout. Is it safe to start body building now? Should i avoid any movements and is it safe to make about 200 sit-ups everyday ?.

Thanks.

[queenie47 45]

I just had my 7 week check up and the doctor took all restrictions off of me. I think you will be fine just listen to your body if it hurts stop. I cant even imagine doing 200 sit ups but thats just me if you can do it go for it.

[drego 2]

Thanks for the info queenie. I' ll make half sit-ups.

My doc said that some movements might cause Hiatal Hernia but i don't really remember what exactly he said. I cant reach him right now cuz hes abroad, guess i'll start with light workout schedule and stop if my body hurts like you said.

[NewSetOfCurves 1,553]

At 5 months post op you are a green light for ALL activity.

[drego 2]

Thats great. Thanks Curvy.

[skinnygirlwithin 693]

i would think you would be ok, but i would build up to it at a slow pace & not full on hard core... Listen to your body... and when you can, double check with your Doc or Nut.

Good luck

[alwaysvegas 702]

My surgeon cleared me for weight training two weeks after surgery. However, I'm listening to my body and taking it easy. My energy still isn't what it was pre-op.

[mi75 1,235]

i was cleared for ALL gym activity at 6 wks. i am just joining a gym this week at 8 wks post op but looking forward to melting off more pounds!