Post-Op Exercise Plan/Advice?

[AnonWY 0]

I was banded back on July 7th. Still feeling just a tinge of discomfort around my incision site, but nothing I would classify as pain.

Still feeling pretty tired.

I've never been one to exercise, but I'd really like to make the most of this new life, and I'd like to get started.

When did people start exercising after surgery? Besides walking, did your doctors specifically encourage/discourage any kind of exercise?

[reverie 49]

Any exercise is good. I started out walking. My surgeon said wait until 6 weeks post-op to do heavy exercising or lifting. Now I'm doing the Slim in 6 series and loving it! Moving onto P90 next.

Definitely ask your surgeon, and don't push yourself. Do exercise that makes you feel comfortable, but if it hurts, stop. Walking is always good! As long as you're getting your heart-rate up.

[bambam31 168]

Walk as much as you can now. When your doctor clears you for full exercise, try to do "something" everyday. Steadily build your cardiovascular ability. What is hard today will be easy soon enough, and then it's time to increase the intensity to keep your body challenged.

Moderate to intense cardio 3-5+ times per week will burn the fat off and 2 or 3 strength training sessions per week will keep your muscles toned and efficient in the process.

At six weeks post op my surgeon turned me loose to do any exercise that doesn't induce pain. I have not found the band the interfere with any of my exercises.

Good luck!

Brad