Adding strength training to my routine

[DeeM 50]

Need some advice. I'm about 12 weeks out RNY. I've been doing great with my weight loss and with walking everyday. I decided to add strength training to my routine twice a week. I feel great but have also been feeling exhausted- if that makes sense. Lol I'm having a hard time with fluids. I work a fast pace job and barely able to drink 12-oz during my work day. Then pushing fluids after work isn't easy either. Might get 36oz a day...52oz on strength training days. Im sure this could this be causing exhaustion. I'm getting about 800+ calories most days. My question is...my trainer wants me to increase carbs...good carbs...for working out. Is this something I should do? I'm kinda panicked about adding carbs. Anyone have any advice for diet during hard workout days?

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[beachwalker4rny 95]

Is your trainer aware of your surgery? Can you find a trainer that works with bariatric patients? You are pretty early out to be increasing carbs. At 12 weeks I was able to eat some salad and some veggies but focused mainly on getting in enough lean Protein. My surgeon told me good quality Protein is what is important if I am going to be strength training. Water is super important too.

I am so glad I followed the advice of the PA who works with my surgeon and started strength training at 6 weeks out. It has really reshaped my body. Good luck to you!

[DeeM 50]

Is your trainer aware of your surgery? Can you find a trainer that works with bariatric patients? You are pretty early out to be increasing carbs. At 12 weeks I was able to eat some salad and some veggies but focused mainly on getting in enough lean Protein. My surgeon told me good quality Protein is what is important if I am going to be strength training. Water is super important too.

I am so glad I followed the advice of the PA who works with my surgeon and started strength training at 6 weeks out. It has really reshaped my body. Good luck to you!

Thank you.

Yes, I informed her of my surgery. And she is a friend of mine as well so I know she is looking out for my best interests. I just don't know if she knows enough about the diet for someone who has had this surgery. She explained the reason behind adding carbs. She suggested eating 25g of carbs an hour and a half before workouts. So I either eat oatmeal or I have a KIND bar and a protien shake 1-2 hours before workouts. Guess its time to make an appt with my NUT. I know I need to increase fluids. I'm really trying.

So, did you just focus on protein when working out? I'm actually getting 80+ on workout days. Did you have any issues with being tired/exhausted?

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Edited October 22, 2016 by DeeM

[beachwalker4rny 95]

25 grams of carbs before a workout is not that much and oatmeal is a good choice. Try it and see what happens. 80 grams of Protein is great! Dehydration can cause fatigue. Try to focus on getting more Water in at work, maybe set a timer. Take a water bottle with you when you workout too.

My surgery was Jan. 7th. I have added good carbs back in small portions. The adding of carbs may give you more energy. Are you having lab work done regularly? I am taking weekly nasal B12 which really helps with my energy levels.

[DeeM 50]

25 grams of carbs before a workout is not that much and oatmeal is a good choice. Try it and see what happens. 80 grams of Protein is great! Dehydration can cause fatigue. Try to focus on getting more Water in at work, maybe set a timer. Take a Water bottle with you when you workout too.

My surgery was Jan. 7th. I have added good carbs back in small portions. The adding of carbs may give you more energy. Are you having lab work done regularly? I am taking weekly nasal B12 which really helps with my energy levels.

Thanks for your feedback. I'm gonna try to get more fluids. I kinda think that is my main problem. Good luck to you too.

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