Fitness & Exercise

Hi, I just joined the YMCA where there's a pool. I'm super morbidly obese, have 2 knee replacements, chronic back pain and feet so bad I can only walk very short distances. I'm going to use the pool for exercise (with Hubby!?) and other than water walking I don't know what to do. Very weak muscles and horrible range of motion in knees. We're not utilizing the Silver Sneakers/classes so soon, but will when we feel more limber. Any help out there? Thank You!

Hi guys so I'm 1year and 1 month post op I've been at the gym for 4 months now but feel like utter s**t I can't get enough food in before the day is up after the gym cos I'm rushing around and forget I do however take pre workout is this why my body could be playing games with me I have a huge lump on my back docs thinks it's a boil and my lower back is killing me but also eating food makes me feel more like s**t does anyone know if preworkout is actually no good for my gut? Should u just take protein? This is probably the most stupidest question I'm sorry i get all flustered with my health (I suffer mentality issues as well as neurologic activity problems) n I get confus…

I am in desperate need of a non-stim energy booster for pre-workout. I am persistently tired (I've been this way my whole life, nothing new).... and going to the gym is a waking nightmare (although I suck it up and do it). Looking for some supplements or non-stim weight loss/metabolism boosters + energy boosters to take pre-workout. I can't take any stimulants because I have bad anxiety and even a cup of tea makes me feel like I am having a panic attack, lol. I am really overwhelmed by all of the options on Amazon. I currently take the following vitamins/supplements: Thyronine (T2), chia seed extract, vitamin e, calcium, keratin, vitamin d, super b complex, iron, ba…

Just got the ok to work out from my surgeon today. I am still having pain from surgery. I am only 10 days out of surgery. What are some good exercise to start with?

I was told today (well Tuesday afternoon) that I could have my surgery in September sometime. Not sure when but the office said they couldn't imagine me NOT getting the approval. So I figure on mid to late September. I want to get back to martial arts as soon as I can. I practice Krav Maga, an Israeli combat martial arts system. Given the high violent nature of the art, is it reasonable to resume practice in 4-6 weeks? Is that a reasonable time-frame? Also, on a side note, I have been told two different things about weight loss exercising. For WEIGHT loss, high intensity workouts in short duration burn a lot more calories but the percentage of fat loss is lower (app…

I'm using the isopure whey protein isolate, zero carb unflavored. Anyone else use it? I wish it wasn't a 100 calories a scoop. Does anyone use just half a scoop?

So i live in a major city where everyone on planet earth is a skinny bitch and fitness freak lol. I’m slowly turning into that kind of annoying person too haha. So because of that, there’s every possible fitness class, fad gym, regular gym, fancy over priced boutique class available to me and they’re expensive as hell. So i’m trying to narrow it down. Has anyone actually tried orange theory? Is it fun? Is it mostly weights, or cardio? Is it worth the price? Are the classes super long? And be honest, would you a actually stick with it or do you suggest something else? T.I.A

hi everybody just one question, has anyone ever lost weight with the band with little execerise, i have arthritis in both knees, and ankles, just went back to work on the 20th. and im in alot of pain. doc took away my arthritis meds, (my lapband surgeon said i could have them if they were small enough) but my doc said no. so ive been taking tylenol and lortabs for the pain and sometimes that doesnt help. im miserable just walking around . thats the reason for the band to lose the weight so i can walk without so much pain. so has anyone lost with not much exercise. thanks tammy

I saw an infomercial on the malibu pilates chair and it looks to work wonders (as all equipment does). Has anyone tried this or know someone who has? Would you recommend it?

OK, this might sound weird, but one of my biggest fears about the Lap-band® is how it will affect my doing Pilates. I have been taking classes 2 sometimes 3 times per week for 2 years. It is the only exersize I've ever done that I truly love, and I am terrified that I will have pain at the port site that will prevent me from doing this exersize (long term - I realize there would be recovery). Do any of you guys with bands do Pilates? Will I still be able to curl up and work those abs? I'd like to actually see them one day...

Hey, fitness buffs! I need some advice for holding onto my phone during my workouts. Cardio & weight training. I HAVE TO listen to music constantly so I download all my playlists to my phone. All that to say, I'm not looking for music player technology recommendations, just a way to hang onto my phone. I've tried wearing it in my bra [yuck] and tucking it into my weight belt in front [connection issues] Arm bands don't appeal to me because A. Batwings and B. Friction during arm movements. Any good ideas out there? I have wireless headphones so location on my body isn't too much of an issue.

So, I was cleared to go back to exercising and I had my first post-surgery session with my personal trainer. We decided to start easy and not do abs just yet. So we did ALL arms. I may not be able to write tomorrow at work. Hurts so good Looking forward to Pilates on Sunday.

if you have a fitbit- add me as a friend laviniaanderson@att.net

This sounds dumb, ha ha.. but how in the heck do I log weight, exercise & food diary? Is that a different app.. this seems to only have forums. Help please ?

I am really enjoying tracking my progress on my watch & phone and hope that I can add friends to get us motivated in the step challenge? What is a Withings Activite' Pop you ask? It is like a Fitbit or Jawbone, except it is a watch too and you don't have to charge it or take it off to shower, swim etc.

This might have been asked before but I am struggling to lose 35lbs of baby weight! Trying to find the right foods and ways of eating that will work with gastric bypass. Attempted Keto but I got nervous about more malnutrition or sodium issues! HELP! 35lbs May seem like nothing from how much I lost but it feels like a ton and is weighing on me physically!

Question? What am I missing? Tonight i went back to dance class (ballroom) for the first time since surgery. I made sure to get all water and protein in.. I even took my dinner with me and ate it at the studio about half hour before class. I had fun, a good time, but i did get tired a bit.. but more importantly while on the way to the car, while talking to another student.. I was starting to feel nauseous. Any ideas suggestions?

Today was a challenge but I did it 30 minutes walking this has to count))

So I am five days post-op and walked for an hour straight and was able to do 3 miles!!!!!!!! Feeling great, and excited for this new change in my healthier lifestyle!!!

How soon where you able to workout? (Feel comfortable working out after your surgery) Will I ever be able to weight lift kick boxing, or yoga after I’m fully healed or would that be too intense?

I made it to phase 2, the final phase, of the Triathlete Fit contest. If I win I'll be on the cover of Triathlete magazine. To enter I shared my story about how WLS and exercising, specifically triathlons have made me more fit. Please vote. for me, Julie S. Below is the story I submitted. You can vote on all your devices, (desktops, iPads, and your cell phones). Contest ends on Monday February 8th. Thanks. http://triathlon.competitor.com/…/top-10-vote-triathlete-fi… In August 2011, I had weight-loss surgery. Like many, I had tried to lose weight on my own with diet and exercise, but I wasn’t successful. After the surgery, was it easy to lose weight? Yes. Was it e…

I found out about this app on another forum, it's called sworkit. I use the free version. You can do a custom workout of yoga, stretching, cardio or strength training. It requires no equipment, and you can set your time. Tried it today for the first time, cardio kicked my butt, but the beginner workout wasn't bad,but was hard!! I'm aiming for 10 minutes twice a day to start. Tried it with my 11 year old, he loved it!

On the 5th I had my gallbladder out and a hernia repaired. My surgeon said I can start lifting (light) and doing some core exercises this week or next. I am still sore on my right side where my incisions are so I am waiting another week to be safe. However, my coworker has had multiple hernia repairs and she said that that area will always be weak and at risk for herniating again. My surgeon didn't tell me this, but sometimes they don't think of some things. Is it safe to do weight lifting and core exercises when you've had hernias? I love circuit/strength training and especially core work (since it's my strongest area, lol) and I will be crushed if I can't do that …

Ok so don't laugh. I'm 4.5 years post VSG. I lost about 90 lbs, had some regain, had some health issues, had a doctor put me on LCHF eating (keto) and have lost all of that regain. But I never made my initial goal so I have about 25 lbs to go before I'm there. That same doctor who gave me some ugly health news has ORDERED me to start an exercise regimen. I have a cushy membership to my local Y, which is PLUSH. seriously, very very nice, clean and a huge facility. Bottom line? I'm absolutely scared to death to go. I've talked with a couple of the trainers, There is only one female, and I need to work with a female for sure. She is decently versed in exercise an…

Has anyone done beyond barre for exercise when still having an over 40 BMI.

well, i joined a stepbet. You bet on yourself (games are $20-40) and they draw your steps from your fitness tracker and create a daily goal for you to meet 4 days, then a higher "stretch" goal for 2 days. Its based on where you are, so someone who runs every day currently will have a higher goal than someone who is currently sedentary. If you meet the goals for the duration of the game (2-4 weeks), then you split the pot at the end. If you don't make your goal any given week, you lose your money. So, I guess it works - to get my stretch goal for today, I stayed on the treadmill an extra 15 minutes. So, I guess its doing its job. Just need to keep it up for anot…

I have a pretty decent home gym and I have bought a few workout DVDs. I have tried Plus Size Cardio Kick, which is 33 minutes of nonstop cardio. I don't really like it because I find the footwork to be very confusing, and 33 minutes a bit too much for someone JUST restarting exercise after 5 years. I have Jillian Michaels Beginner 30 Day Shred and I LOVE IT. I LOVE circuit training. I feel like I get the most out of the exercise... cardio and strength... and I am not killing myself with 30+ minutes of straight cardio. I also have Total Stretch by Jessica Smith; I haven't tried that yet. Anyone have any recommendations for good circuit training DVDs? Especially ones f…

I went to 5 Below yesterday and bought two sets of ankle weights. One for my ankles and one for my wrists. I figure that it will help me when I walk.

I’ve lost about 80lbs and suddenly I’m walking hunched over - practically folded in half! Should I add sit ups or something?

So...Im a student and just transferred. My new school has a gym where membership is included with tuition. I have a 2 hr break in between some classes and was considering restarting C25K. I LOVE running outside but i don't have time this semester. What is the difference? Is it just as good?

Good morning everyone, I was sleeved on December 10th 2018 and im trying to get out of my own head but cant, Before my surgery i dropped 80kgs and i exercised alot, but that took me a few years now that ive been lucky enough to have the sleeve i want to achieve the best possible results i can. So im wondering how much exercise and what do people do?

So my wife is an avid runner and athlete (numerous half marathons, full marathons, ironmans, etc), and she has convinced me that now that I'm 170 lbs lighter, to do a half marathon (13.1 miles) on St. Patrick's Day. This week I have ran 3 and 4 miles without any major issue, just a little sore the next day. I will continue to train the next couple of months to make sure I'm ready to go. Do you think this will be feasible to do? Any tips or advice on training, prepping for the run, etc? TIA!

So I finished C25K! I then...injured myself and was doing walking only for a bit so I could still lose weight. Now I've started C210K (not continuing since i took a month off) and it is painful to run. The belly jiggle was just embarrassing before but now legitimately hurts. Same with doing non running cardio (jumping jacks, burpees, etc.) Has anyone had this problem and tried compression clothing? Does it help?

*waves to Bariatric Pal Folks* I'm in the final stretch of the pre op six month trial period! Just had my pre surgery appointments (breast exam, GI exam, Psyche etc.) scheduled this June and I'm very excited! I liked having the time before hand as I've gotten to know the weight loss staff very well from January of this year to now. I've been focusing on getting as fit as I can before surgery so the healing will be that much better. I've gone from a 49 inch waist in January 2016 to now a 43 inch waist! Gained lean mussel mass and trimmed up all over. One thing i look forward to is not feeling so tired after workouts. Lord you should see my sweaty mug after walking ou…

Thankyou for taking the time to check this out. I have organised with a leading local business in the health industry an infomation night on exercise and general health issues with a lap band. The Business i have been working with is a state of the art sports clinic that offer physio,massage,pilates,personal training,gym, doctors all at competitive prices and walking groups for free. With my help we have been organising group work outs for lap band people only.In your private work out you would have the gym and a personal trainer at your disposal. You can put together your own group, bring along family and friends or choose to only work out with other lap banded peopl…

My company is offering fitbits at a reduced price, so I'm looking into getting one. Does anyone here have experience with the Fitbit Surge? I'm really interested in how the multisport function works and how you like it? Couldn't find anything in the archives when I searched.

Beautiful day for a run. Overall 13th - 1st in my age group. Ran with my friends. It was their first 5K. We rocked it!

Hi all! I will preface this by saying that I am pre-surgery (mine is Jan. 15th), but I am trying to start exercising again in preparation for it. In truth, I have been trying off and on for a couple years now, but I struggle to do much of anything. Walking is quite difficult, and I can't stand for very long at all before my hips and lower back are in agony. Aside from that, my muscles all feel very, *very* tight, ALL the time. I've tried stretching in the past, and it doesn't help. Everything hurts incredibly, so much that in the past, I have just quit trying. I don't know if it's from not doing much exercise, but I am worried that the muscles have 'shrunk' or s…

For those of you who want to track your weight loss, there is a free app today only called Weight Drop Pro. It will track your weight, compare it to your goal in an easy format. (Via Appsgonefree). It suits my needs perfectly.

Hey guys. I was checking to see if any of you notice it's damn near impossible to lose weight while training for long distance vents. For the last 4 years I've been participating in triathlons (sprints to half Ironman races) and running (5ks to full marathons) and my weight does not budge. If anything I gain a little weight. I was wondering how you guys handle that situation. I had the lapband 5 years ago and lost 40 lbs right away, but nothing else (236lbs to 195lbs)!!!!!!! I still have at least 50lbs to lose. Thanks Melissa

So, I was getting in a good groove - Pilates Sunday, personal trainer Monday, walking or bike Tuesday-Thursday, and some sort of just walking around Saturday. But I fell on Thursday and broke a toe (maybe 2) on my left foot and exacerbated and old stress fracture and likely tore something on my right foot. I'm in a boot on my right and have to wear Tevas on my left to allow for the taping and swelling on the broken toe. So, none of my current exercise routine works for me for about a month. Anyone have any suggestions of what I can do? I don't know that I really need it to be good exercise. I more just want something to keep me doing something so that I am still in …

Hey All, I am actually looking for a workout buddy in the Orlando Area. I just moved back here a little over a year ago, and most of the people I know are through work.. even though i know some folks i worked with a long time ago before i moved out of state. Anyways.. I am looking for somebody that wants to be accountability buddies at the gym.. I am right now trying to decide which gym i want to join in Jan, but join i will LOL.. Right now i do ballroom dance classes a few nights a week near Universal, but am also wanting to do the gym on nights i am not at the dance studio so i can make sure i keep my exercise routine going. I just HATE going to the gym by …

Are there any over 50 sleevers in south-east Wisconsin that might be interested in forming a workout support group? My surgery was in Oct. And I am trying to get my physical activity to help with my recovery and weight loss.

Looking for a member named "bacon" that is a truck driver. Question about exercise. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G920A using the BariatricPal App

So I have never been a big fan of working out (obviously) so I really just don't know if what I'm doing is enough. I am just beginning and wondering if what I am doing is enough. I have a magnetic resistance recumbant stationary bike - I do about 25-30 mins per day. I don't sweat, I am only slightly out of breath but I DO feel it in my legs and butt afterwards, maybe even the next morning. Is this enough? any opinions or advice is welcome.

Hello, I am wondering if any one on here knows of any good personal trainers in the Bay Area who work well with Bariatric clients? Thanks for any ideas..

Where do I find my ticke? I want to update it.

There is little doubt that sedentary behavior is bad for your health. Many people claim that “sitting is the new smoking,” even though the two are not really comparable. Smoking is orders of magnitude worse than being sedentary, and given the choice, people should opt to do neither. The interesting thing is that increasing your level of physical activity results in health benefits regardless of what your baseline step count is. In one Canadian study, diabetics were randomized to usual care, or an exercise prescription given to them by their physicians. The intervention group improved their daily step count from around 5,000 steps per day to about 6,200 steps per day.…

Hey people! I recently started powerlifting. I had my first completion a few weeks ago, and since then I’ve decided to do a weight cut using an RP strength template. Problem is, it’s SO much food. I’m over 5 years out and figured I’d be ok. But when I measure based on macros, my goodness! Does anyone have any suggestions on how I can be successful with this as a WLS patient...without having to pay more money to RP and speak with a registered dietician?!

Is there any other truckers out there that's had the gastric sleeve for a while? What do you do for exercise? Dr knows I ride with my hubby full time. He said as long as I easy right and do 30 minutes of really good..sweaty, walking every day, that that should be fine. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G920A using the BariatricPal App Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G920A using the BariatricPal App