lauriedunn1

I appreciate all of the info. I have my 9 month post op follow up this week. I will be asking about protein shakes vs protein from food and how much protein I should be taking in. Thanks everyone

@@Kathy812 wow. I wish I could give up the protein shakes. My dr said I should be getting at least 80 g of protein a day. I just don't see any way to get that without the drinks.

Anyone close to Burlington county or mercer county?

Well congrats on your 5 weeks! I was still not able to do any exercising at that time. I had some heart issues after my surgery and the Drs didn't give me clearance for anything more than walking until about week 8. By that time I was back at work and exercise was far from my mind! No excuses I know. I've actually got 2 weeks left of an accounting class before I can start something new. Maybe we can get together for something after that. Even if it's meeting in the middle somewhere for a walk.

@@megan143 - I really don't have anyone around here post op. I would love to find a walking/workout buddy. Do you live around here? What do you do for your exercising. I really haven't gotten into any routine and would dearly love to start

Burlington. 9 months post op

I had my surgery in October 2014 and live in New Jersey. Doing good but on a plateau now. Haven't really gotten into an exercise routine. I know that would probably help a lot. Still drinking protein shakes but wonder if it's still necessary. Anyone out there still drinking protein.