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How long after surgery did you wait to start exercising more than just walking?

I was advised to wait until my first follow up appointment to start strenuous exercising. So, at three weeks I was cleared and started jogging (I am currently 5 weeks post bypass).


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Around three weeks:) But listen to your body and don't overdo it:)

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Walk is the best post op exercise, but do it near your house in case you feel weak, it is the best remedy for the dreaded gas too ;p.

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I think I would pass out if I tried to exercise, and I am 2 weeks out of VSG. I am hoping that I have more energy when I am done with the liquid diet. Three weeks of this is hard, and I really want some food.


Age: 37
Height: 5’6
BMI: 37
VSG: 4/16/18
GW: 160
MFP: Fit4LifeAR

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I wasn’t allowed to do anything but walk until my 6 week post op visit.

5 months post op and I’m doing cardio every day and weights 4 days a week.

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I've been told to wait until 6 weeks. I've done some light, beginner yoga on crappy days though.

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I am currently 5 weeks post-op ds surgery. I was ok'd for walking, elliptical and stairmaster after 2 weeks. I haven't gone to the gym yet bc I love to lift weights and it would be too tempting. At my 6 week followup I should get the ok for more strenuous exercise and to use weights.

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i know that you feel like crap after the op, i had to walk to move the gas around otherwise any food would cause me to feel bloated somedays for the whole day.

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My surgeon said I will have to do 3 weeks liquid post surgery. I see you are in Texas too. Wonder if it’s the same doctor lol.

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My surgeon said I will have to do 3 weeks liquid post surgery. I see you are in Texas too. Wonder if it’s the same doctor lol.


Cedar Park? [emoji3]


Age: 37
Height: 5’6
Starting BMI: 37
VSG: 4/16/18
Starting Weight: 241
Surgery Weight: 229
Current Weight: 213 (17 days post op)
GW: 160
MFP: Fit4LifeAR

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4 hours ago, TexasMommy80 said:


Cedar Park?


Age: 37
Height: 5’6
Starting BMI: 37
VSG: 4/16/18
Starting Weight: 241
Surgery Weight: 229
Current Weight: 213 (17 days post op)
GW: 160
MFP: Fit4LifeAR

That’s awesome! You are doing great!! My doctor is with the Nicholson Clinic in Plano! But I will have the surgery in Lancaster.

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I think I would pass out if I tried to exercise, and I am 2 weeks out of VSG. I am hoping that I have more energy when I am done with the liquid diet. Three weeks of this is hard, and I really want some food.


Age: 37
Height: 5’6
BMI: 37
VSG: 4/16/18
GW: 160
MFP: Fit4LifeAR

SAME TO ALL THIS


HW: 311
SW: 255 VSG 5/10/18
CW: 236
First goal weight: 209
Second goal weight: 191 lbs
Third goal weight: 159 lbs
Final Goal weight: 142 lbs

5’6” 34 yo female in NC

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