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honestly it is all good. cardio, strength, yoga, sport -- anything.
Over the past few years I have morphed with my exercise a few times. For a while I was all about running. For a while I was all about yoga. For a while I was all about crossfit. I tend to overlap, but as something new catches my interest I do it. If something starts to get boring, I look for something else interesting.
The key is do something you like because then you will do it!
In terms of what you can do post surgery, I was cleared for cardio well before I was cleared for weights. So if you are cleared to lift, I'd say cardio is probably fine, but it doesn't hurt to check with your doctor.
VSG: 12/12/13, LBL, small TL, BL/BA: 11/7/14 Twins 12/9/18 HW after Twins 260. 5'10 37 years old - Stacy_WLS (MFP)
This week is going to be tough. I'm going to be in Tijuana at the hospital with my hubby.
M - hotel workout
T - hotel workout
W - hotel workout
T - hotel workout
F - Travel Day
S - crossfit :) only class I can make this week
S - not sure - maybe a run. My gym is closed :(
VSG: 12/12/13, LBL, small TL, BL/BA: 11/7/14 Twins 12/9/18 HW after Twins 260. 5'10 37 years old - Stacy_WLS (MFP)
This week is going to be tough. I'm going to be in Tijuana at the hospital with my hubby.
M - hotel workout
T - hotel workout
W - hotel workout
T - hotel workout
F - hotel workout
S - crossfit :) only class I can make this week
S - not sure - maybe a run. My gym is closed :(
VSG: 12/12/13, LBL, small TL, BL/BA: 11/7/14 Twins 12/9/18 HW after Twins 260. 5'10 37 years old - Stacy_WLS (MFP)
I honestly don't know. I've had lower back pain for the last few days and when I went to run on Saturday it became painfully (lolz) clear that I've got a kidney stone. Every foot strike sent agonizing pain through the right side of my back.
Here's the plan for the week, but it's a matter of playing things by ear and seeing what my body will tolerate and when I pass this stone.
Monday - rest
Tuesday - running, yoga stretching (I had a long run planned for Saturday, so my running plans for this week are "as far as I can go" to make up for missing my long run.)
Wednesday - pilates class, yoga class
Thursday - same as Tuesday
Friday - walking w/ family
Saturday - walking w/ family
Sunday - walking w/ family
I'm going to an AirBNB in the poconos with family for the holidays. I have no idea if I'll be able to run while there or what. I'm taking my gear, though!
VSG with Dr. Salameh - 3/13/2014
Diagnosed with Binge Eating Disorder and started Vyvanse - 7/22/2016
Reconstructive Surgeries with Dr. Michaels - 6/5/2017 (LBL & brachioplasty), 8/14/2017 (UBL & mastopexy), 11/6/2017 (medial leg lift)
Age 42 Height 5'4" HW 319 (1/3/2014) SW 293 (3/13/2014) CW 149 (7/16/2017)
Next Goal 145 - normal BMI | Total Weight Lost 170
TrendWeight | Food Blog (sort of functional) | Journal (down for maintenance)
I wear a SPANX compression shirt to help control the loose skin in the mid section while running, but I feel like it restricts my breathing a little and makes it harder to consume food and drink during the runs. Any suggestions out there?
Monday-3 mile run
Tuesday-Swimmng
Wednesday- Spin Class
Thursday-4 Mile run
Friday-Spin Class
Saturday-5 mile run
Sunday-Christmas
Have a happy, healthy week!
Yours in WLS Journey,
Bill Mac
Cardio and weight training are both important for overall health - you should be doing both of them as well as activities that improve your flexibility and balance.
Exercise, in general, is a very small portion of weight loss - it's all about proper diet. But it's VERY important for your health.
VSG with Dr. Salameh - 3/13/2014
Diagnosed with Binge Eating Disorder and started Vyvanse - 7/22/2016
Reconstructive Surgeries with Dr. Michaels - 6/5/2017 (LBL & brachioplasty), 8/14/2017 (UBL & mastopexy), 11/6/2017 (medial leg lift)
Age 42 Height 5'4" HW 319 (1/3/2014) SW 293 (3/13/2014) CW 149 (7/16/2017)
Next Goal 145 - normal BMI | Total Weight Lost 170
TrendWeight | Food Blog (sort of functional) | Journal (down for maintenance)
So I was cleared to go back to the gym 2-3 weeks ago now, and since have been going to the gym 3-4 times a week. A good friend of mine who is really into fitness has been helping me. We have stayed away from "core" oriented stuff- we begin and end with 10 minutes walking on the treadmill, and every day do a different body group. Arms, legs, chest. We do calisthenics, we do weight lifting, very little cardio. This is because I was under the impression that I shouldn't do that stuff, just work on regaining and building muscle. But now I am worried thats not helping with my weight loss. Should I up my cardio???
RNY w/ Dr. George Fielding @ NYU 10/25/2016
LBL, BL, MASTOPEXY, FLANKPLASTY, BRACHIOPLASTY w/Dr. Joseph Capella @ Hackensack 07/11/2018
Stay tuned! 
I couldn't agree more with Gwen. Go with a pro. I would recommend at physical therapist over a personal trainer, and hopefully your insurance will pay for the PT.
Congrats on your surgery. If possible, I would recommend that you get an appointment with a physical therapist, or a personal trainer who specializes in clients who are wheelchair dependent.
I'd be hesitant to give you advice on this because of your unique cir****tances, lack of comprehensive knowledge, and fear that I'd give you bad advice. I think that you could make a good case for getting professional assistance and a professionally designed exercise program that can address all of your needs.
VSG with Dr. Salameh - 3/13/2014
Diagnosed with Binge Eating Disorder and started Vyvanse - 7/22/2016
Reconstructive Surgeries with Dr. Michaels - 6/5/2017 (LBL & brachioplasty), 8/14/2017 (UBL & mastopexy), 11/6/2017 (medial leg lift)
Age 42 Height 5'4" HW 319 (1/3/2014) SW 293 (3/13/2014) CW 149 (7/16/2017)
Next Goal 145 - normal BMI | Total Weight Lost 170
TrendWeight | Food Blog (sort of functional) | Journal (down for maintenance)
