Toning Before Surgery

I need to know how I can tone before surgery so my skin will not hang too much.  I am scheduled to have surgery Aug. 4.

I think that starting an exercise program now is great, but I have to honestly tell you that 'toning' is not likely to make much of an impact on how your skin will drape. While it will provide support and definition, the real determining factors will be genetics, along with how long you have been obese and how heavy you were. It affects all of us somewhat differently. If you check my profile, you will see some of my musings on this subject.

All of this said, while I wish I had been one of few lucky ones to dodge the issus of excess skin, I also have to say that relatively speaking, I see it much more than others do and I wouldn't trade nice tight skin for all of the quality of life and health improvements I've seen in the past year.

Congratulations on your upcoming surgery.

Barb

I agree with everything that Barb says and also think that age makes a huge difference also.   I have lost 78 lbs is 4 1/2 months and already got bat wings and the other hanging issues with my thighs and and elsewhere.   I will worry about all those issues when i get to my goal and can see a plastic surgeon for some removal. Good luck on your journey. Pam

You cannot exercise away excess skin - starting any sort of workout program now would be excellent - the better shape you are in for the surgery the easier it will be and you should have a smoother recovery.