It really to me about a week to feel an increase in energy. I've been back to work since Monday and just make sure I sit down when I need a break. As for the exercise, my goal is 10,000 steps/day; no matter how many little walks I have to take. You'll do great!
I'm 10 days out and feel the best I've felt in many years.
Day 1:
Minor pain and discomfort; pain meds worked great. The worst part was having the nurses check vitals hourly.
Day 2:
Had difficulty going pee. Knew I had to go, but it just wasn't happening. The nurse put a peppermint liquid in my urine bottle and told me to give it a few minutes and try again. She told me the smell helps some patients urinate and low and behold; it worked! Released from hospital.....
Day 3/4:
Breakfast: Protein Shaken then went for a short walk (600 steps/fit bit)
Lunch: Protein Shaken then went for a short walk (600 steps/fit bit)
Dinner: Protein Shaken then went for a short walk (600 steps/fit bit)
Minor pain w/gas.
The issue I was having is drinking Water just wasn't satisfying enough and I didn't know if my hunger pains were mental or true hunger pains. I found a Crystal Light (Sweet Tea) I like and it took that feeling away immediately.
Day 5:
Went to work for 1/2 day. Should of stayed home. Very tired
Day 6/7: Weekend
Followed Day 3/4 schedule.
The minor pain started going away
One week out Dr. Appointment: Loss 16.5 lbs.
I made the right decision!
I'm 7 days out of Gastric Sleeve and around day 4 I found myself feeling hungry even though I was following the clear liquid diet. I found that Crystal Light Sweet Tea takes away the hunger feeling, but I wasn't even thinking about tea containing caffeine. I checked the ingredients and it is 99% caffeine free. Think it's ok to continue?