Lexuskela 158 Posted September 12, 2015 Hi I am 7 weeks post op & have been walking for exercise up to now. I got cleared to start with 10 lb weights & increase as tolerated. I am wondering when did anyone start any workout classes in their local gym classes? I really want to pick up some classes too. Thank you Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Folly 308 Posted September 12, 2015 I could barely walk for the first year or so - my weight was just too high and my joints/back too damaged. I still have never went to a class but I go do go to the gym twice a week. Today I did 35 minutes on the incline setting on the treadmill going very briskly. Almost needed oxygen but this is my commitment. Most of us eventually do give in and do something about getting physically fit. The weight loss stops being a passive process after a while. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lexuskela 158 Posted September 12, 2015 Awesome that you did 35 min!! ???????? thank you for sharing ???? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mskami77 295 Posted September 12, 2015 I started Zumba before surgery but resumed classes about 8 weeks out. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lovemylukers 80 Posted September 12, 2015 I started at 6 weeks post op with a personal trainer and doing orange theory fitness classes those are pretty intense but as long as your doctor okays it and you go at your own pace you should be fine! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lexuskela 158 Posted September 12, 2015 Awesome! Thank you! ???????? I can walk brisk pace 2 miles & have not had any physical issues otherwise (knock on wood ) lol ???????? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BLERDgirl 6,417 Posted September 12, 2015 I was taking aquafit classes for over a year prior to surgery. Surgery was really easy for me. I wanted to return to gym at my 2 week check up but my large incision wasn't healed enough. Once that one scabbed over at 3 weeks I was back in pool. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lexuskela 158 Posted September 12, 2015 Awesome!!! Thank you ! Yes I had a easy go at surgery as well.... Just getting over being tired was my biggest issue the first few weeks. Now I am good to go though ???????? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
slvrsax 301 Posted September 12, 2015 Started Zumba six weeks before surgery, resumed 7 weeks after surgery. Look on Groupon or Amazon local for deals, you can try all kinds of new things. I found the studio I've been at for 2 years that way. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wheezysmom 146 Posted September 12, 2015 I had surgery on 7/6/15 and I started aqua aerobics on 9/1/15, two days a week at a community college. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kan75251 66 Posted September 13, 2015 If you can find a Pound class in your area--they are amazing! It is super fun and a full body work out that can be adjusted to fit any fitness level. Plus you get to use weighted drumsticks and make lots of noise! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites