Hi. I am almost 2 weeks post op and struggling to even want to do my walking videos. I just have zero motivation at all. Any tricks or tips that made you get up and "Just do it?" I know once I do it daily it will get easier, but geesh its getting started... im just so lazy!!! Lol

Amy☆☆☆

With being only 2 weeks, I can't say I was that much better. I went to the gym at 2.5 weeks and could only do the treadmill and cycle and only about 35 minutes. I was use to 1.5-2 hour work out. I was easily exhausted at that point. You seem to gain energy back about 4-6 weeks when you're starting more solid foods. General motivation, though, just remember wls is only a tool. If you don't use the tool (including exercise) you're bound to lose much slower/not reach goal for a long time.

It is hard that soon after surgery. Give yourself credit and keep moving forward.

I like to set up rewards for myself and track my workouts. Like if I meet all my exercise goals for this month, I can get myself a pedicure or new pair or shoes.

You could do a reward for 20, 30 or 45 workouts and then just track it. The reward doesn't have to be big or expensive but it has to be something that you want and won't get yourself unless you reach your goal. It could be makeup, a movie, a book, music, nail polish, scarf, whatever you like and fits in your budget.

I'm a gold star kind of girl though. It helps me keep focused on the long run by breaking it up into smaller goals.

All the best!

GREAT IDEAS!!! thanks guys

Amy☆☆☆

Because I experienced some serious complications 5 days out of surgery and had to return to the hospital, my recovery was slowed considerably. My hubby had to drive me to all appointments and I went with him whenever he had to run an errand for us (I wasn't cleared for driving for a few weeks following 2nd discharge), so I considered every trip to the store a physical activity; each trip was exhausting for me, but every step I took in a store (using a buggy for support) and, every PT appointment to build-up my strength counted. Give yourself time to heal completely before returning to your pre-surgery normal workout. Everybody's recovery is a little different. As another BP member suggested - check in with your Dr. for his recommendation, esp. about the hot yoga.