I am 5 days post operation and I am wondering when and how much or how long I should start exercising - like walking outside or on a treadmill? I am dropping weight (8 pounds so far) but want to keep the momentum going and maybe start toning.:biggrin:

Any guidance would be much appreciated.

It's best to ask your Dr when and how much on exercise, though walking you could start anytime. My Dr released me back to the gym a week after surgery, but I had to avoid ab exercises until 6 weeks post-op.

Great job on your weight loss, but remember, this time is for healing....don't let the scale rule you. I got 'stuck' for over a week at the same weight, but my body was changing during this time. Relax, take a deep breath, and follow your Dr's directions :biggrin:.

When I went to my first follow up one week post op the doc said that going back to my normal routine and work outs were fine. He did not say anything about abs though. I played volleyball (competitive league) about a week and a half post op and I was fine. Get the go-ahead from your doc, then gradually work in your exercise. Maybe the first week aim for 30 min walking each day then the next 35 min each day or whatever you feel comfortable with.

And honestly, when I started working out hardcore again, my scale did not budge for almost 2 weeks. I could tell my clothes have been looser, but the scale is still the same. this is simply bc your body is adjusting. In the long run, exercising will tone you more and help with some of the loose/excess skin after you lose the weight.

Good luck and all the best!

I held off from exercise for a week after the surgery and then started biking, etc. Played golf which did not bother me at all. Just started back on ab work at 6 weeks postop

My doctor said to walk, walk, walk. The problem I have is that I have bad legs and walking is hard to do right now. So I walk as far as I can, rest, and start all over again. Better than nothing, I hope.