Exercise???

It's 1 week post, I'm finally starting to understand my journey ahead of me. It don't seem all that bad. I was hoping that some of you would know when I could start exercising and working out, and start swimming? I'm ready to start doing this. I know that I will lose weight as long as I eat right, but I wan't it to come off fast. Thats only gonna happen if I exercise and swim. Any help will be appriciate your input. Thanks Johnny

My surgery is coming up next week.  My doctor said that swimming is a great exercise right after and I know that Swimming is the BEST overall exercise you can do.  My only thing is blocking out in my mind everyone around me because of be self-conscious.  Do you mind me asking who your doctor is?

You need to check with your doctor.  My doctor would not o.k. swimming for 6 weeks.  I could not do any real excercise until 8 weeks out.  Hope this helps. Roz

Which type WLS did you go with?

Yes, I love swimming also. People watching me will not be a problem, because I have a swimming pool in my back yard. Thank God. My Surgen was Dr. Verboonen. I went with the Lapband. 

Since we all heal at different rates, it's most important to listen to your body. It may be a lot sooner than RNY recoveries because the internal work done is so different. Once your lap incisions (pokes) are closed, you are ready for getting in water. That pool is going to be an extremely big blessing to you in your recovery. Best, Frances

I agree with Frances. Plus, when it comes to other forms of exercise, you should ask your doctor when he/she recommends that you start. My doctor gave me the ok for any exercise at 8 weeks post-op. Good luck and welcome to bandland!

Hey you guys, Thanks for all of the info. I'm getting ready to start walking on the treadmill at my gym. I'm gonna wait about 3-4 more weeks to start swimming. What would I do without you guys? Talk to you soon, Johnny

What's that? Labor Day pool party at Johnny's house ... I'll bring the smoothies Go get'em dude. Can I also say Tricia K. is a lap band GODDESS who out and out rocks!

Lets do it !!!!!