How long do I need to wait till I can exercise??? I mean really excercise, I' m 5 wk post op and down 18 Pds and feeling giggly. I haven't lost in 3wks but I know it's to be expected. But I want to excercise. Please let me know how long did you have to wait?

What did your doctor say? My first post op appt was at six weeks and I was told not to do strenuous or pool exercise until after that appointment, but that doesn't mean no exercise. I bicycled and walked. Each doctor has different requirements.

I was told the same as SueBee01. No weight training and machines before 6 weeks, but walking, and light biking and no resistance eleptical ok. Check with your doctor.

I was told the elliptical and weights at 4

My MD said I could walk and swim and no ab straining at 4wks but, now that I'm 6 wks I thought I could do more. I have my 1st fill on the 17th so I guess I will wait and ask again then. I just want to tighten it up . lol

I was cleared to go to the gym the day after surgery for light cardio and weights. I'm now 11 days post op and I'm increasing my work outs everyday as my body allows. I would def. Ask you're surgeon they are each very different.

Banded August 28 2012<br />Starting weight 293<br />Day of surgery weight 273<br />Current weight 258<br />Goal weight 160 5ft 10