3 weeks post op & 1/2 marathon run

[lageil 0]

OK, Im having my lap band done and July 19th (yea!) and before I knew this date I had signed up to do a 1/2 marathon (13.1miles) on August 1. I will just be starting my pureed food stage on August 1st--so the question is, do you think its possible to do the run? Im just thinking how am I gonna stay adequetly hydrated? I wont be able to drink alot of Water, or eat the carbs needed for energy? Should I just carry water and sip the whole time? I planned on walk/run the marathon. Ive never done a 1/2 marathon before just 5k's. I know, Im a glutten for punishment. So, think I should scratch the race? what are you opinions?

Thanks

[Nean4488 1]

You should be able to drink Water normally 3 weeks post-op! I really dont know much about running and need the carbs for energy, hopefully someone will be able to help you with that question.

You should be fine with the Water though :-) Thats awesome that you can run that much already!

[goldngrll 9]

wow, you're brave!!! to be honest though.....I'd be concerned you were pushing it??? I had my band in on July 1. prior to this, I lost about 50 lbs, and much of it was with power walking....like 5 miles a day some times, but at least 3 miles at least 5 x a week....average 18 minute mile...(my highest weight was 366, so I was pretty big, even though close to 6 ft tall)...

so 10 days out, although I feel better, I am still exhausted...I walked two miles today for the second time in a week....took me 45 minutes...really slow for me, not even pushing it with the arms like I normally do....as the days go by I feel a bit better, but it felt like its going to take a long time to get back to where I was....just my story...

by 3 1/2 weeks out though, you'd be on mushies and soft foods, though, right?? that includes things like cream of wheat, oatmeal, and the like, and you could also drink the low cal gatorade...just a thought...I still have some days where I have a hard time getting my Fluid in, and even then, if I drink too fast, it is really uncomfortable, and hiccups hurt ;(

keep us posted, anyway!!!

[agiudice 0]

wow, I ran daily even before being banded, honestly the first few weeks I barely had the energy to walk mor than 5 miles....

1 month post op, I am running and biking again. But my stamina is low. Can only run about 2 miles :confused:

[stargate713 0]

What is your reason for wanting to run this particular race? Is it just because you already signed up? it takes the body 6-8 weeks to heal after surgery. Why would you want to risk any injury to yourself for something you don't have to do? Everyone is different of course, but I didn't feel like resuming my previous activity level for several weeks, I just had no energy while just on liquids. Have you discussed this with your surgeon? Most have guidlines for post-op exercise.

[lageil 0]

The main reason Im still thinking of doing it is cuz I already signed up and Im suppose to do it with a coworker-who doesnt know Im being banded (shes against it). But now Ithink I may not do it, ive waited almost a year to get my band cuz loop holes to go thru with insurance and I definately dont want to mess it up. Ive been doing 5ks- mostly fast walk with jogging as possible and I just think theyre fun. This is a rock-n-roll marathon where they have bands every mile. BUT there is always next yr and maybe Ill be skinny by then and be able to do more running then walking.

Thanks for the advice

[fatty no more 0]

I would check with your doctor to see what he/she would advise. As far as getting your carbs in if you do do it, you can take GU. It is a gel like substance many runners use before during and after races. There are a lot of carbs and no chewing required. I use it all the time before I do races because I have a hard time carbing up with Bagels, rice, and Pasta. If you do do it good luck!

[hiddnstar 167]

OK, Im having my LAP-BAND® done and July 19th (yea!) and before I knew this date I had signed up to do a 1/2 marathon (13.1miles) on August 1. I will just be starting my pureed food stage on August 1st--so the question is, do you think its possible to do the run? Im just thinking how am I gonna stay adequetly hydrated? I wont be able to drink alot of Water, or eat the carbs needed for energy? Should I just carry Water and sip the whole time? I planned on walk/run the marathon. Ive never done a 1/2 marathon before just 5k's. I know, Im a glutten for punishment. So, think I should scratch the race? what are you opinions?

Thanks

Hi

I would scratch the race. Youve come a long way to get this band -- just for you. You will need to focus on simply healing and resting/recovering. Please don't push yourself. The real work comes after the 6 week healing period and you will want to be geared up for that. There will be other 1/2 marathons to be in and by then you will be in great shape and will ENJOY it more I think. Im glad you asked about it here.

hiddn