Hi all. I am post op (11/19) and just joined a gym (24 Hour Fitness). I cannot afford a trainer so I was wondering if anyone can tell me their workout plan or routine? So far I have been doing treadmill for 20 minutes and then I go to different weight machines to work my muscles. I swim for an hour and a half twice a week replacing the workout above. I am obviously looking to lose but also tone. Any advice??? Thank you.

Kacey B.

typically i begin with 20 minutes of cardio (elliptical, bike, treadmill with incline) then i begin my weight training for 40 minutes and that includes doing 3-4 sets on each weight training machine. a set includes 10 repetitions on each machine. i usually do 3-4 sets on each machine. i hope this helps!

That does help. Thank you. Wow... you have lost so much. Congrats!!!! What machines do you use? Do you use light weight or heavy?

Thank you! I use the all of the actual weight training machines but not the free weights like dumbells and all that. I just start off with 30 lbs then increase is about every other week or as i feel ready. It has to be enough weight that i feel a burn while completing a set. it cant be too easy! keep challenging your self and become comfortable with being uncomfortable. and even when i cant make it to the gym, i do jillian michaels workout dvds at home. Keep it moving! but make sure you eat a protein shake or bar or something before and after you work out or you will feel terrible! never workout on an empty stomach.