Lapband and bad back

[squatch 0]

Anyone out there have the band and has had surgery on lower back and can't exercise. I have lost 45 pounds since my band surgery in April 15. But I can't exercise because of my back issues. I am trying hard but have stalled on weight loss. All I eat is tuna and other fish. And green veggies. I drink Water diet green tea and crystal light. I have cheated a little. Maybe that's it Idk. Any suggestions. I really need someone to help me

[parisshel 1,892]

How about exercizing in Water? Or sitting in a chair and lifting small weights? Or bicycling (even a stationary bike)?

I'd consult a physiotherapist and get some recommendations. Surely you had someone who oversaw your rehab after surgery.

[Tssiemer1 549]

I've had surgeries on my back and had degenerative disc disease and spinal stenosis. That's why I'm getting the sleeve. I have nerve damage and have weakness and numbness in my left leg so I can't do much.

I used to do Water aerobics with the little old ladies at my old gym but that gym got so expensive I couldn't afford it.

I do hydro physical therapy sometimes.

Right now I'm focusing on doing my stretches on my exercise ball everyday and walking around my apartment complex. At my gym now I do the recumbent bike and elliptical sometimes.

[gowalking 10,790]

Anyone out there have the band and has had surgery on lower back and can't exercise. I have lost 45 pounds since my band surgery in April 15. But I can't exercise because of my back issues. I am trying hard but have stalled on weight loss. All I eat is tuna and other fish. And green veggies. I drink Water diet green tea and crystal light. I have cheated a little. Maybe that's it Idk. Any suggestions. I really need someone to help me

As Shel says, Water water water. If the gym is too expensive, try the Y. I belong and it's alot less than the gyms in the area. I know I can't and don't have the right to tell you how to spend your money but this is immensly important for you. I have joint disease and even with new hips, the treadmill and bicycle are not the best option. Water however, helped me more than any physical therapy ever did.

Take a look at my stats. I did that swimming laps and doing water aerobics.

[squatch 0]

Ok I am going to try the local civic center. Idk how much they cost but it's worth a shot even a couple days a week it's 20 miles one way from my house

[gowalking 10,790]

Ok I am going to try the local civic center. Idk how much they cost but it's worth a shot even a couple days a week it's 20 miles one way from my house

Good for you! Some of the women in my class have an hour's commute after class yet they show up regularly. I'm just around the corner so I have no reason not to get myself in gear and head over there.