I met with the exercise specialist today and have my pre-op exercise plan. Essentially,

5-10 minutes of stretching daily;

20 minutes of strength training 3 days a week;

30 minutes of aerobic heart-rate range activity 3-5 days a week;

30 minutes of "activities of daily living" (walking dog, etc.) daily

I have a daily log sheet that must be turned in 3 weeks from now. The appointment included a detailed body fat analysis with an INBODY 520 machine, going over the heart rate calculations, examples of various types of activities, etc., and resources. Tonight is my Water aerobics class which will complete 3 of the four requirements :-)

I am interested in hearing about other's pre-op exercise plans!!!

I did aquafit classes for 2 years prior to WLS. I swear the core strengthening work made all the difference in the world in my recovery. I had very minimal pain post op. Walked in recovery, could get in and out the bed unassisted and did not need any pain meds. post op.

I was reading your post and I thought to myself....wow this sounds familiar! Then I saw we have the same surgeon! I am scheduled for my RNY next Monday, and I couldn't be more excited! The doctor, nurses, nutritionists have all been so wonderful! When I went to the exercise specialist, she gave me the motivation I needed to really start exercising. I had been losing weight on my own, but had sort of stalled. The same day I met with her, I joined a gym and the weight loss kicked back in. Now I am doing the 2 week pre-op diet, and lost 11 pounds in the first week! We should keep in touch so we can share our experiences with eachother! Good luck!