Hi guys,

I have not exercised in many many years (my bad ) how am I j supposed to jump in and start after surgery. Any suggestions on what I could start on, when I am feeling better? But I have to be totally honest, I have enjoyed being a couch potato over the years so I am looking for realistic solutions. I know I am not going to 1) feel like it or 2) feel like it. What is realistic... really???

Yeah...like my *feet*!

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doh!

I figure people can't judge me for being fat and then judge me because I look funny when I excerise.

I admire you for being so brave. I dont think i could do it.

I looked around and found a snorkel for lap swimming and training. It's called the Swimmer's Snorkel by Finis and it seems to run about $35. I think I'll give it a go soon! Thanks for the idea.

I just started exercising as well. My doctor doesn't recommend walking as she sees it as 'inefficient". Also, living in Maine, it is starting to be that time of year when walking outside can be more of a challenge.

I go the gym and ride the recumbent bike. I was riding for 20 minutes last week, 25 minutes now this week......and I will keep adding to it slowly. I don't go crazy for that 25 minutes...if I need to slow down and stop....I do.....for a minute or two......and then start again.

I have an issue with my leg that makes some exercise challenging. I am hoping once I drop some more weight, my options for exercising will increase. When the weather is nice, I will add walking as I just like getting out and getting fresh air. Plus I live in a great neighborhood where everyone is out walking (although I may need to rent a big dog or a little kid to fit in...)

I do know, my challenge has been making working out a PRIORITY. I have "scheduled" it into my week. Monday, Thursday, Friday evening....and either Saturday or Sunday.

This is for life....so I can ease into it.

Definitely, start with walking. You can do it.