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buckeye john
on 12/20/05 6:59 am - OH
Topic: RE: having first round of PS next week.....
Dee Dee, My thought is to RELAX. Enjoy the time off. Don't rush back and screw things up long term. I had hernia surgery and took off about 8 weeks ...in about month or so... I was right back to where I started. Good Luck
buckeye john
on 12/20/05 2:50 am - OH
Topic: RE: Mucsle Loss????Post RNY
I don't have a favorite, but I am a non taster ...which means they all taste pretty similar to me. I just get the sale stuff or off brand protein. Sugar is not an issue with me. You can have a long discussion on the Whey vs. Soy and on... and on...but I just buy all kinds of protein and mix them up. As far as starting 2 weeks out...That in way too early. I am thinking at least a month...maybe two months... I waited 3 months...but I had a hernia. But maybe light stuff is ok sooner...see what the rest of the gang says. Good Luck
buckeye john
on 12/20/05 1:15 am - OH
Topic: RE: gettin after it
Mike, Lucky for me, I knew that fact a long time ago. So I never fret missing an Abs workout So many people overwork the Abs. I work them 2-3 days a week...no more...I don't want them to "bulk up" like the other muscles
mikee
on 12/20/05 1:09 am - Zinfandel, CA
Topic: RE: gettin after it
Good job John, it is funny I have worked abs every day, now some of the experts I read and respect most are changing to a two or three day abs per week only. They are now saying that every day overworks them. Hmmm
mikee
on 12/20/05 1:05 am - Zinfandel, CA
Topic: RE: Mucsle Loss????Post RNY
I have heard good things about Glutamine, and as far as protein drinks, I really like: Designer Whey, and Isopure; shakes are a way to get the extra protein just be careful, it is easy to over do it once you are farther out and can eat more. You can also do "Power pudding" the Curry's got me hooked on it, just sugar free pudding with protein, good flavor and easy. Now you can find it everywhere.
DeeDee_Cole
on 12/20/05 12:46 am
Topic: having first round of PS next week.....
So that means no working out for a while Can I get some opinions....my doctor said that after the TT I shouldn't loose too much of my strength or stamina though I'm going to be down for 6 weeks..... I'm sure I can get it back fairly quickly - but I know I'm also not going to overdo it because I don't want to mess us what is being done to me! Any thoughts? Dee Dee
lori_star
on 12/20/05 12:00 am - Las Vegas, NV
Topic: RE: Mucsle Loss????Post RNY
Thanks John for your suggestions....Do you have a favorite protein drink that tastes good or should I just add a good protein powder to everything? I have some 100% whey protein powder on hand that my boys used when they played high school football. I found a drink called carb control that has 21 grams of protein and 0 sugar, I don't know about the sugar alchol tho and I hear that may be a problem....I'm just scared right know cuz I want to be healthy and I have worked to hard this year trying to get strong. My trainer was hoping I could come back at 2 weeks post op for even some lite training.....but he doesn't know anything about this surgery...Do you think that's too soon? I really appreciate all you input!! Thanks, Lori
lori_star
on 12/19/05 11:51 pm - Las Vegas, NV
Topic: RE: Mucsle Loss????Post RNY
Thank you so much for your input....I have worked so hard for these muscle and have always wanted a firm body...Can you recommend any high protein good drinks or should I just add some extra, maybe whey protein powder to everything? Thank you, Lori
buckeye john
on 12/19/05 10:19 pm - OH
Topic: gettin after it
I blasted the chest and back yesterday. I finished up with some cardio. The legs were a little sore and the treadmill workout was just what the doctor ordered. I skipped my Abs workout...shame on me. I guess I will have to do some Abs work today.....or not
buckeye john
on 12/19/05 10:14 pm - OH
Topic: RE: Mucsle Loss????Post RNY
I think that glutamine helps more with muscle recovery. I am not a big supplement fan. I think that supplements MAY help a little, but they are so overpriced. I guess I am too cheap The key to maintaining muscle mass after surgery is to MAXIMIZE your protein intake. Early on try to get as much as you can. It will need to be in liquid form. Also try to get more protein than your nutritionist recommends. They have some minimum standard protein requirement based on weight, but since you will be lifting, you will need more protein than other WLS people. I think even with the most diligent effort, you will still lose some muscle mass. But don't fret about it, you should be able to put it back on quickly. Just don't hit it too hard after surgery. Let the body recover first. Since you have been training prior to surgery, your muscles may even need an extended break. Good Luck
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