tracymom

I got in great shape working out with a trainer who used kettlebells exclusively. There are alot of videos on youtube showing different moves and workouts, they are very informative and will show you proper form and intensity. Just make sure you start out slow, if you do too much too fast, there is a good possibility you could injure yourself. Good luck! T

Pandaluck, I am still fairly swollen, so I am not sure what the end result will be, but for the most part they are looking pretty good. I also had him lipo my knees while he was there so I am swollen from the knees up, but the chubs between my legs were gone immediately! Good luck, you will do great. T

I had a tummy tuck and inner thigh lift on May 7. To be honest with you, the recovery was very difficult. There is just no way to avoid putting stress on that area. I did have incisions open up, and from what I understand that is very common. However, at 6 weeks post-op I was back to work and back to the gym, including spin class. You should be fine for your return to school, just take it easy and be patient, healing in that area is a slow process. HTH Tracy

I AGREE!! In fact so much so I became an instructor:thumbup: Tracy

Looking good Sue Magoo! Tracy

Wow! you look great. You have healed really nicely. Question- do your stomach muscles still feel really tight? if not, when did that feeling go away? Tracy

Josie and Sue, It's funny how we all had similar surgeries within days of each other but we all are doing so differently. My energy level and emotions are both great, but I am struggling physically, which really surprises me as I was in really good physical shape going into this- working out with a trainer 3 times a week, and just getting certified as a spin instructor. I guess I underestimated how much this would knock me off my feet. I was just able to sleep in my bed (the whole night) last night, and have only been able to walk around the block a few times. I also still have one drain left in. I am almost able to walk upright, but not quite all the way yet. I remember reading Juli's post awhile back saying that these surgeries weren't for wussies, and really believing it, just not thinking it would really happen to me. I know that this will all be worth it in the long run, but for now it sure does suck! So hang in there girls, we are all going to make it through this, and we will be FABULOUS! Tracy

I know your question was directed at Josie, but hopefully I can give you some helpful info. I had tt and inner thigh lift on May 7th. I have been at "goal" since Sept. The procedures I had done cost me $10,100. I live in the Sacramento area, and had my surgery by Dr. Green who works at Sacramento Plastic Surgery Center. If you have any other questions, I would be happy to answer them for you. Tracy

Wow! You are doing great. I am so worried about gaining weight while I am down and unable to exercise, have you been able to keep your weight stable through all this? Can't wait to see your before and afters, its gotta be a good feeling to be able to look down and see your feet. I am just so excited, only 2 more days, and I will join you guys in the flatlands. T

Holy crap Juli! you did spin class today? I am WAAAY impressed! Aren't you only 2 weeks out from surgery? My dr. told me it would probably be 3 weeks before I could even go back to the gym. How are you feeling? T

I am glad you are doing so well, gives me hope as I go in on Thurs. to have tt and inner thigh lift. It is good to see all of those who came before me doing good. T

Okay, so I just got off the phone with my PS's office, and they have moved my date UP. I will be having my "work" done May 7th now instead of the 22nd. OMG, I am so nervous and excited all at the same time. Wonder what I will look like when this is all over, will I (please, please) be tiny? God, I hope so. T

Hey Juli, It sounds like you are doing really well. Reading your post made me so glad that I spend the HOURS I do at the gym. Hopefully, when my surgery is done I too will be tiny. Can't wait until you are able to post your pics, you are really an inspiration, just wanted you to know that. T

Thanks for checking in Juli, don't worry, you will be "tiny" in no time, I hear the swelling with those surgeries is a biotch. T

So glad to hear that Juli is doing well, please let her know we are thinking of her and sending lots of good healing vibes her way! T