Hi Everyone,

I had my surg 1/20..I'm down 20lbs. On soft/mushie diet and feeling very good about myself for the first time in a long time. I haven't started exercising and know I need to start. I have a treadmill but have avoided it so far. Any words of encouragement are appreciated.:scared2:

Take it slow but the more you push yourself the more amazing you are going to feel about yourself. Eventually the exercise will be a part of your routine and you won't be able to imagine life without it!! Good luck

Treadmill...the bain of my existence...OK...I promise to walk on it tomorrow until I sweat if you do?! -BG

That's a good idea for all of us let's just walk it until we are covered in sweat! I can feel myself getting thinner lol!!!

I did a mile and a half (I know, I'm fat and slow, but I was sweating!) before PT this morning...anyone join me? -BG

I did 30 minutes on the treadmill after my port incision was really bothering me. I'm 4 days post op, how long does this usually hurt for?

SaraEmily- Port incision pain: It sounds like it's different for everyone, but I've heard it gets better after a few weeks, but for some it's a month or more before it completely goes away. Remember that's where the band goes in as well so it's not just the incision/port, but also the abdominal wall that needs to heal there. Great job w/30 min.! -BG

Thanks I talked to my nurse this morning and she said pretty much the same thing. I did another 30 minutes this morning although after 20 I was ready to quit! How are you doing with exercise?