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I'm 27 days out. I was cleared to workout about two weeks ago. For some reason when I workout longer than 20 minutes, I feel weak. How long will this last?!

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Your body is still adjusting. It will get better and you will be able to work out longer in the future. Try and be patient. Do what you can do then rest. Maybe for now you could do a couple of short workouts each day that you work out rather than trying for an extended period. I will sometimes do 1 min. "bursts" of standing squats going up on toes (only because I don't jump) :P at my desk during the day several times in addition to my gym workouts and/or walking on my lunch break.

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I am surprised you were cleared to workout at 2 weeks, my surgeon says walking only for at least 5 to 6 weeks. You are still recovering from major surgery and not getting in very many calories. I am 4 weeks out today and any day I don't need a nap is a good day to me.

Take it slow, it will get better.

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That makes sense because I'm so exhausted after 20 minutes! I also put a call in to my doctor. Thanks guys.

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I think around 6 weeks you will be able to do more. Don't over do it. I think at 8 weeks I started lifting again.

Good luck-

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Even when people have basic hernia, gallbladder or appendix surgery it's usually a 6 week recovery. I'm thinking we had major stomach surgery (and hiatal hernia) surgery so all I do now is walk. I still have an uncomfortable feeling at times my abdomen like a bloated feeling so I don't want to risk it.

Give yourself time. You are still recovering!

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My dr cleared.me to go back to gentle yoga (I'm a teacher) at 2 weeks but that was it. I still get tired easy but I'm getting less calories so I do what I can as I can. Listen to your body (& dr) and do what's best for you!

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It is fast to start working out hard- core. After surgery, I find myself a lot more sensitive to blood sugar. I was having issues with lightheadedness while working out, and my surgeon told me to eat a few minutes before. It really seems to help.

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