Weights?

[bigloser2008 0]

I just wanted to ask if anyone had any complications from lifting weights after surgery? I am 7 weeks post op and have lost 40 pounds so far, but I know to keep losing I need to exercise more. I have been doing a few light weights...ab machines...leg press, etc....nothing too heavy along with aerobic activity.

I did speak with a nurse at my doctor's office this morning and she stated that everything should be fine; however, I am self pay and certainly cannot afford any complications.

I would appreciate any help! Thank you!

[dperson 0]

My doctor said it was okay for me to start using weights and i was only two weeks post op. She told me to listen to my body and i had no problems. I started lifting at the weight i did pre surgery. Good luck

[HeatherO 7]

I had a little port pain after doing abdominals 4 weeks after surgery. My doctor just told me to take it easy another week or two and then I should be fine. I have no problems now.

At 7 weeks out you should be just fine as long as you are using appropriate lifting technique and are not overdoing it. Just listen to your body. Start easy and if you are not sore the next day or so then you know you can pick up a little more. If you are careful and listen to how you feel, it is not likely that you will injure yourself.

[TQUAD64 9]

I started using light weights abour three weeks post-op. My doctor stated for me that was okay. I have not had any problems.