How soon to start exercising?

[Lynsey83]

I am wondering how soon is too soon to exercise? I will be two weeks post op on Saturday . When I asked before my surgery they were a bit vague and said you won't feel much like exercising for quite some time after. I'm very lucky to feel fine now. But I do realise that doesn't mean my insides are all ok. Plus I have had a 5 day weight loss stall and am not sure what's going on? Thanks in advance for your help x

 

[Lincs Lass]

Hi Lynsey

I've an appointment with my consultant on the 26th March so am going to ask him as likewise, my care staff were rather vague.

As regards the stall - I stalled for nearly a week and have just had a lb downward shift today. Borogirl who also had her op on 22 Feb has also had a stall.

From the replies we got, it's perfectly natural x

 

[Lynsey83]

Thanks I thought it was normal but it's still frustrating this early on, it's a major op and to not lose is terrifying to think you put yourself through this, for what? I'm just very impatient, I might try going swimming as all my wounds have sealed nicely. X

 

[ThinnerJemima]

My provider is easy strolling / walking on the third day. Something more energetic after 2 weeks. Jogging about 3 - 4 weeks and Spin about 6 weeks.

They were about spot on for my last recovery. Hope the next one in May is quicker!

 

[Lynsey83]

Thanks that's the kind of thing I was looking for x

 

[Samsara]

Mine said just walking/gentle exercise for a few weeks. You can go swimming after about two weeks as long as your wounds are fully healed. No strenuous activity until after six weeks (including no heavy lifting/straining). x x

 

[MissCurves]

I saw the nurse for my 2 week check-up and I was told we can start walking immediately. But I have to wait until 1 month to join a gym..