My surgery is scheduled for 4/6. I know that walking after surgery is important, but I'm curious about other exercise. I've been doing a Zumba-like class and it's a lot of fun, but I think I will probably have to wait a few weeks (at least) after surgery. The moves definitely work your abs. I will ask the surgeon when I see him for my pre-op appointment. Anybody else doing classes after surgery?

I started up tae Bo about 12 days after surgery, also involves a lot of twists and some light weights. I have not had an issue, my energy has gone way up too. If you do start exercising, make sure you are eating enough calories/drinking water. It dehydrates you fast. Talk to your doc too, wouldn't want for you to bust a stitch.

I was restricted to brisk walking for two months post-op. But, yeah, definitely talk to your surgeon.

I just got the go ahead to to heavy aerobics. I guess it depends on your condition and your doctor.

I had surgery last Tuesday and was told today I can do any type of cardio I want.

I was sleeved on 2/23 and the only activity I do is walk. My largest incision is still sore and it still hurts to cough and laugh. I go for a follow up today, I'll let you know what he says.

I'd be cautious with any exercise requiring lots of twisting and reaching high for a few weeks after surgery. Torquing on your abdominal stitches could lead to a couple popping and an incisional hernia.

I was sleeved 2/23. I'm up to 30 min on the treadmill at 3mph and 3% incline, then the ellipictal. Right now only managing about 10 minutes on that, with the goal of increasing the time spent. At four week post op I'll add weight lifting.

Thanks, everyone. Will definitely check with the surgeon.

Heidi