i know that there is a restriction on lifting weights for a few months post-op but what about calisthenic workouts?

i'm talking things like push-ups, burpees, sit-ups, squats, lunges, etc.

it's not exactly lifting but it is strenuous work

Edited April 24, 201610 yr by illailla

Can't speak from personal experience (yet), but my surgeon clears people for "exercise" six to eight weeks after surgery. Before that, he encourages frequent walking (ideally 30 mins or more daily once able). But nothing more strenuous than pounding the pavement.

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Can't speak from personal experience (yet), but my surgeon clears people for "exercise" six to eight weeks after surgery. Before that, he encourages frequent walking (ideally 30 mins or more daily once able). But nothing more strenuous than pounding the pavement.

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do you feel as if your body can handle more than just walking? not that i plan on disobeying the surgeon or anything i just would like to know what limitations to expect going back to lifting and other exercises

I had surgery on 3/22 and I started lifting lightly last week. So far I am doing great and yesterday I had a pretty intense back / shoulders /arm session and did not feel any pain. I make sure to take a good protein intake before and after the session so I don't feel completely exhausted, especially since I always end up with a 45 minutes cardio session (elliptical or trade mill). It depends on how you feel. try to start progressively and don't over do it and stop at any sign of pain or fatigue. I was also lifting quite a lot before the surgery so it is not if I was starting from scratch.

Let us know how it goes!

Sorry, I'm pre-op, so I can't share personal experience. The above was what the surgeon and a couple vets shared during an info session.

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i'm talking things like push-ups, burpees, sit-ups, squats, lunges, etc.

Not knowing your pre-surgery conditions, I'll just speak of my own experiences. I am over a year out and I still cannot do burpees (squat thrusts). Ever since surgery, my blood pressure is just low. When I jump up too fast I get extremely light-headed. Like, to the point of passing out. I have to really make sure I have some sodium and tons of Water the day I am doing anything that requires going from prone to standing.

Anything involving your core you need to take it easy on. Don't try and build muscle while still healing. All of your limited Protein intake is going towards healing at the moment.

I know that a session of ear buds.......hardcore metal......and pounding it out on a heavy bag is all it takes for this old boy.