Hi everyone, Liz here from Philadelphia area. I am almost 54, divorced mom of two teens. I think I am definitely ready and right now trying to prepare for what i'll need to do post surgery.

Two areas I'm asking about are post-surgery meals (I know that isn't right away) and also exercise. What kind of exercise should I be doing the first week and there on out? I do have a dog so I figure I will be walking her the first week. And I know I have to increase that as time goes on. What do you guys do? I have a Planet Fitness membership and also a bicycle :-)

Thanks for your help! I look forward to hearing from you!

Liz

5'8", 254 lbs.

Congrats Liz! I'm also scheduled in May - May 21.

As far as the exercise goes, I'm hearing that you won't have much energy to do a full blown workout. I'm also hearing WALK WALK WALK to help get rid of the gas.

I'm still researching purees and soft meals - but here's what I think I'm going to try:

Purees:

Refried Beans with salsa

Roasted cauliflower

Chili

Hummus

Soups

oatmeal

pureed meatloaf

Deviled eggs

Broccoli Puree

Pureed black bean Soup