Autumn Riley Arnold 92 Posted September 16, 2016 In a typical day, what do you do for exercise? I walk for about two miles and do strength training so that when I lose weight fast, the loose skin won't be *as* bad. What do you do? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
catwoman7 11,221 Posted September 16, 2016 just so you know, you'll have a lot of excess skin no matter what (unfortunately!!) I of course don't do all of these every day (usually only one per day, 5-6 times a week): swimming, Water aerobics, stationary bike, walking, weight machines, TRX, yoga Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Inner Surfer Girl 12,015 Posted September 16, 2016 I swim. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
judy vsg 126 Posted September 16, 2016 Gym. Cardio & stretching every day (treadmill, elliptical) and strength training 3x a week make it a great day Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Autumn Riley Arnold 92 Posted September 17, 2016 Very good! I think I might be over doing it on the strength training. I want to do my upper body every other day and on the days I'm not doing it, build up the muscles on my legs, but I REALLY want to stay on top of my triceps. So I work them out every day. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pallavi 43 Posted September 19, 2016 How soon can u start exercising after ur operation..I'm already walking 15 mins per day n had my surgery a week ago Sent from my SM-G900W8 using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andrew0929 1,101 Posted September 19, 2016 Weekly Routine 2 days spin class 3 days weight lifting 1 day running I'm down 150 lbs and have very little sagging skin. My Dr attributes this to lots of exercise and Water. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Autumn Riley Arnold 92 Posted September 19, 2016 Weekly Routine 2 days spin class 3 days weight lifting 1 day running I'm down 150 lbs and have very little sagging skin. My Dr attributes this to lots of exercise and Water. Do you think The exercises I'm doing is enough to prevent skin saggage? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RJC5197 282 Posted September 19, 2016 This is my fall and winter schedule (due to more darkness and colder weather) 2 days spin class (1 hr)2 days weight lifting & Cardio (1 hr)2 days Elliptical (1 hr) Come late Spring I shift to more outside cycling in early AM and evenings, and only a couple days in the gym for weight training. Everyone has different goals and likes. I am not sure any or all helps the skin be tighter, but the strength and health is the greatest improvement. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andrew0929 1,101 Posted September 19, 2016 This is my fall and winter schedule (due to more darkness and colder weather) 2 days spin class (1 hr) 2 days weight lifting & Cardio (1 hr) 2 days Elliptical (1 hr) Come late Spring I shift to more outside cycling in early AM and evenings, and only a couple days in the gym for weight training. Everyone has different goals and likes. I am not sure any or all helps the skin be tighter, but the strength and health is the greatest improvement. It certainly seems sufficient, along with lots of Water. However, everyone reacts differently so it's not guaranteed. But, at least you'll know that you did the most possible to prevent or minimize sagging, but you'll definitely benefit with a healthier body which is probably more important. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jess9395 5,449 Posted September 19, 2016 I run 30 + miles per week, do power/vinyasa/Ashtanga yoga and have big time muscles (18% body fat). Didn't stop me from having excess skin. Don't count on exercise to fix that, but don't let it stop you! So many other benefits!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pallavi 43 Posted September 20, 2016 Going back to my question- how early hv u started doing ur exercises after surgery Sent from my SM-G900W8 using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jess9395 5,449 Posted September 20, 2016 Going back to my question- how early hv u started doing ur exercises after surgery Sent from my SM-G900W8 using the BariatricPal App As soon as my doctor cleared me, which for me was at four weeks. Began couch to 5k that day and also group exercise classes (including my first yoga classes) at the local gym. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pallavi 43 Posted September 20, 2016 My doctor did not tell me when but he said whenever u feel u can do it n if u hv pain doing it stop it.. Sent from my SM-G900W8 using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
allies journey 144 Posted September 20, 2016 My goodness your doing great, how long did it take you to loose so much and are you at goal? ? Sent from my SM-N900T using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites