How long does it take to heal?

[ShayLove 40]

I had my surgery Tuesday February 18, 2014 and I'm very curious to know how long does it usually take to heal? Also, when should I start working out?

[hopeful2 be slim 121]

I am 1 month post op.I still have pain if I exert. We have to go slow..only walking for 3 months. otherwise your stomach will hurt.

this was a major surgery so better to let the sleeve heal completely.

all the best.

[ShayLove 40]

<p>I am 1 month post op.I still have pain if I exert. We have to go slow..only walking for 3 months. otherwise your stomach will hurt.</p> <p> </p> <p>this was a major surgery so better to let the sleeve heal completely.</p> <p> </p> <p>all the best.</p>

Thanks! And congrats

[Timber0103 0]

I'm 1 month post-op and in still only walking so my stomach doesn't hurt.

[Teachamy 1,042]

I'm 9 weeks out and find I can exert myself a lot more than I was able to at first. I am using my elliptical machine now, but I will work my way up to personal training again eventually. I am finding this feels like enough for me right now.

[Miss Mac 6,261]

I was allowed to start light weights (Max 5 pounds) at 4 weeks. I am at 2 months now and the incisions have healed nicely, though still very pink. Wednesday, I was able to lay on my belly for 15 minutes for a spinal procedure. I am fully exercising at will....no problems other than keeping the weights low.

[lost33 4]

You would really. Have to easy being post op at least a good month before exercising but u can get out and walk up to your 30 mins but take your time doing that also.. Wish u the best

[Catherine707 253]

Walking is a great idea! Give your body time to heal and deal with all the massive changes from this surgery before pushing yourself too hard. The weight loss will come, it is the lifestyle changes that will keep the weight off forever. Be kind to yourself and follow your doctors instructions, and I promise it will all be worth it in long run!

[gohelpyourself 377]

6 weeks on average.

[McButterpants 2,846]

I walked immediately after surgery - every hour on the hour I moved. Within a week I could do about a mile and increased from there.

As far as healing - within 3 weeks, I felt like my incisions felt pretty good.

Exercise - I was cleared for light weights at my 8 week check up. Walking was cleared and encouraged immediately.

[ShayLove 40]

Thanks everyone!