Exercise regimen before surgery

[Christina.Rose 287]

I am scheduled for a sleeve revision from the band December 16th. Yay! My question is, will it be easier for me to start an exercise plan before my surgery or will it not matter because I cant exercise for a while after anyways.....yes I know all exercise is healthy, but what can you still even do post op....and when?

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[blizair09 3,250]

I was walking about 5 miles a day pre-op. I was able to begin serious walking (defined as more than just walking up and down the hall in my building) about a week-post. I started at 2 miles, and I have worked my way up to 3 miles over time. I think the exercise pre-op really helped me in the long run.

[swimbikerun 1,031]

Yep surgery and after was easier thanks to being in decent shape before.

[James Marusek 5,244]

It is important to walk around 30 minutes per day before and after surgery. I began walking every day around a year prior to surgery. Immediately after my operation, I was walking the hallways every two hours around the clock and I continued to exercise every day for the first year after surgery. Walking improves your recovery time and also minimizes the level of pain you will endure from the operation.

[lizmo8175 56]

I'm scheduled for the 16th of Dec as well:) also revision band to sleeve. Good Luck To You!!!!!

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[Christina.Rose 287]

Thanks for the information! Good luck to you too Lizmo!

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