I am going nuts with the restriction on my activity level.

I want to do some light jogging or lift weights but the Dr. was adamant about waiting till at least 6 weeks before trying anything more than walking.

I can even feel he's right I find myself feeling run down and tired after even short walks but it's frustrating I know it's because I'm healing and I'm not taking in as many calories but it feels uncomfortably similar to when a wasn't active and got tired because I was simply out of shape.

I guess part of me is afraid I'll struggle to get back to the activity level I had before the band even though reasonably I should be able to easily surpass it.

That is the difference between drs. Mine wanted me up and at it the day after surgery. I am almost 3 weeks out and walking 2-3 miles a day. I feel great doing it too. I hope you get to start soon. It sure helps you feel better.

Walking is fine but I only have so much time and I'll admit I was just active enough before surgery that I was starting to get a taste of that "running high". I won't say it felt as good as being in the middle of a fight back in my 20s but it was comparable and less likely to cause any lasting injuries.

My doctor okay'd me after 3 weeks. I released my nervous energy by walking on my treadmill. By the time I was released to do more I was able to walk at 4.2 on the treadmill with a 2 incline for 45 minutes. Every day I just stepped up the pace a little more.