(some pics)proof you have to lift weights!

[CraftyChristie 62]

Sorry, Sassy not Sissy lol

[ryansgirl 1]

hey sassy i guess i should mention i had to go though many different arm exercise to get my body to respond as well.also gentics play a part too. like not everybody can build a six pack or develop thier calves list goes on. also if your body fat is kinda high your muscle will not show. Pw i think oprah aganist weightloss surgery if i remember reading somethng one time lol.

[Lookinupin2010 0]

For those who have kids and can't get to a gym....check out

bodyforlife.com

I love the exercises and schedule they have. Bought my weights at Walmart, and exercise bench I use a stair step board. I have to get down on the floor and lie on it, but I can do those overhead presses just fine on it, as well as being able to use it for my legs as a step aerobic exercise. I have a treadmill and recumbant bike, and I just plug in my mp3 and listen to music to not get bored on them.

Hope my arms will start looking better, only got the OK to start this 2 weeks ago.

VSG 4/7/2010

Highest Weight: 365

Surgery Weight: 349

Todays Weight: 304

[ouroborous 519]

Thanks for posting this!

Resistance training is SO important for EVERYONE. Especially for WLS patients, where muscle wasting and loose skin are such an issue. And ladies, please don't fall into the trap of believing that weight lifting and resistance training will make you big and bulky -- it will not. You don't have the testosterone for it; your body just doesn't work that way. What it will do, like Ryansgirl, is tone you, lift what needs to be lifted, and make you look all over tighter and more put together.

EVERYONE should lift weights (if the doctor clears it). EVERYONE.

[educationrulz 18]

I've been doing all sorts of tri ceps work outs with weights and it does not seem to be helping. While I am doing the reps, I can see muscles but when I am done, all I see is flabby skin.

I've been working with weights since surgery and my thighs look great but I can't seem to build any muscle in my triceps.

Be sure you're working the whole arm consistently (with proper form) - not just the triceps. The muscles all tie together and support each other. For example, pushups work several parts of the arm and can be very effective if done correctly. I can't wait to get back in the gym! :thumbup:

[Lookinupin2010 0]

OK...you also said get the right carb/protein/fat ratio. I'm curious....what would that be...is it like the Zone's 40/30/30 plan. I have the most energy when I eat like that...but have not been able to since this surgery.

I lift weights, and can see and feel the muscle, but the skin is droooppppiiinnnnggg.

Would like to hear the combo...sounds like you might be getting advice from a trainer. I can't afford one, so I exercise at home with my videos and weights, treadmill, and recumbant as well as the ball.

[Oregondaisy 2,019]

I've been using weights and all sorts of different routines on my arms with weights. I can see the muscle while doing the exercise, but when I am done, all I see is hanging skin. It's so ugly and I can't wear short sleeves at all. I have been doing weight routines for over 6 years. My thighs are great but you would never know that I do so much exercise with weights on my arms.

[ryansgirl 1]

the zone diet didn't work for me. I work in a library so i read alot!!! oh did i mention my dad a 3 x ex body builder champion SO we do talk alot about fitness. really what works for one does not work for another and no i don't have a personal tranier. i just read and force myself in the gym 6 days a week. as far as carbs/protein/fat i had to find a balance for me and the smaller i get the more this does change as well. like i know after weight loss surgery people swear by low carb but that does not actully work for me high fat diets and Keto diets help me a lose a little but then i stop and feel crappy. and oregon that how i feel about my inner thighs at this point everything else is lifting and friming but the inside.

[imagine.dream.inspire 0]

Wow! Great work.

Now I feel hopeful. I am doing cardio now but am itching to start some strength training. I want hot arms as well.

[NewandImproved 0]

Thanks for sharing this. I was just recently sleeved and this has been one of my fears. Seeing your success in toning has given me some hope! You look awesome!

[coops 1,790]

Nikki,

thanks for answering my questions... I've been dreading the batwing thing... I don't go to a gym and can't really afford it, but I would buy free weights at home to use.

Would you say that lower weights and higher reps is the way to get good results... another thing ... how heavy are you free weights? I was told to use 2lb ones and do a lot of reps... any advise as you are looking amazing!!

thanks

[ryansgirl 1]

depends i do lighter weights i stared with 5 lbs now i do 7.5 for some and 10 lb for other. if your trying to build higher weights and slower reps are best tone lighter weight but faster reps. ive stuck with higher reps i can build muscle very easy so i stay far from heavy weights. so it dpends on what you are shooting for but i would start with something heavier then 2lbs weight you have to tierd those muscles outs. good luck! oh and do that cardio what good is it to lift weights but still have high body fat to cover it.

Edited August 29, 2010 by ryansgirl

[youknowit 11]

as you can see the pics speak for it self.

You are such an inspiration... and now, I must get my butt in gear, too!

[Fleur de lis 2]

Thank you SO MUCH for this. It's been my biggest worry about after surgery and I can't even think of being able to afford another surgery. This lets me know here's hope. And I actually like lifting weights and going to the gym, so hopefully things will go smoothly for me as well.

You look great!

[thinoneday 445]

as most know ive have lost a lot of weigh thus far. 146 pounds to be exact. anyway when i got about 220 pounds my arms and thighs was not looking too hot and my arms bother me then anything. there was a lot of lose fat and i was dreading the fact that i may need more surgery and after the ordeal with my sleeve i was not looking forward to more surgery also who want to be stuck covering their arms all summer long. so 5 months ago today i decide to start lifting weights. an here are the results. i'm 176 pounds right now. as you can see the pics speak for it self. so i'm not stuck covering my arms this summer! now my thighs are another story but the are a lot smaller and i have lost 4 more inches off of them and there is a huge improvment to them (no i wont be posting my thighs at least not now lol) but they look fine in swiming boy shorts and to me that like wearing a two piece. so moral of the story is lift those weights.

1st pick was at 220 and plenty of sagging. 2nd pic is 4 months out. 3rd is a pic of my arms today at 176.:scared0:

xoxo,

nikki

excellent job Nikki! You have worked hard and it shows! keep it up