Consultation with Trainer - Lap-Band Questions to Ask?

Hi - a question for those who have worked with trainers since having the Lap-Band.

I am interviewing trainers and the one that I am leaning towards has worked with clients that have had the gastric bypass but has never worked with a client that had the Lap-Band.

Are there specific questions or concerns that I need to address with him during my consultation?  When I asked my doctor's office, I got this - "well, I've heard that there are exercises that have caused ports to flip in a small number of patients".  Again, not specific, so there's limited action that I take based on that feedback.

I am only 5 weeks post-op (which he knows), so I really want to make sure that I'm not doing exercises that may trigger an issue since I have had an absolutely wonderful experience with my band so far.

Appreciate any suggestions~!
 

I dont know of any questions to ask the trainer, but you need to ask your surgeon if youre cleared for that type of exercise.

I'm talking "personal trainer exercise"...   

My surgeon cleared me to walk on the treadmill at 2 weeks out.   But - I wasnt allowed to have anything more strenuous until 8 weeks post op.   I know all surgeons are different, just make sure you ask before you jump into it.

Whomever you decide to hire, they're going to work your body out!  Which is fantastic!!  HIring a personal trainer was the best $700.00 I spent on myself.


Good luck!

That's a good point!  My 6 week check is next week and I'm scheduled for my first fill at that appointment.

I'll confirm with them then whether I'm even cleared for personal trainer-type workouts.

Thx~!!

Good plan -- I also was allowed to do aerobic exercise right after surgery (treadmill, elliptical, bike) --- but no weight work or stretching for about 8 weeks.

Beyond that, I would make sure that the trainer knows where your port is -- and plans your exercise to be gentle with that area.
I would also avoid stretching/reaching hard for a few months.

Actually, I didn't think about the stretching or reaching hard, either.

Thx!

i had to "train" my trainer that i didn't need him to be my food police or weigh me each time (personal hangup).    he learned quickly that i'm hiring him to improve my fitness level & that i had a bariatric team that managed my weight / food.

many gyms have metrics that they must track w/each client & they had a choice to work with me - my way or i'd find someone who could.     

the funny thing is i've taught my trainer more about nutrition than he could ever have taught me.....


btw - i waited a good 3 months before heavy weight training.    good luck.

Ok - definitely adding the fact that I don't need food police to the list, as well.  LOL!

Yeah, I already have a good nutrition plan, so don't really want alot of pushy feedback in that area, either.

Thx, alot!

Just want to say I have a personal trainer and LOVE it. It really holds me accountable in general. They will also make sure you are doing things with the correct form and know when to increase the weights.
Honestly, I never thought about weight training effecting the port or my band in general. It's been almost a year and I've been fine.

That's good to know!