DS and Lifting Weights?

Hi All,

I'm 3 months out so far and going to the gym. I lift weights 3 times a week and cardio 5 times a week (HIITS and LISS)

When I'm done lifting I come home and worry about a bowel obstruction :S Is this normal? Will I ever be able to lift heavy like I used to? I love going to the gym and lifting...but I've been hearing stories about people easily getting hernias and bowel obstructions...I'm so worried, any advice ?

You should have gotten some kind of post-op instructions from your surgeon and that would include some lifting restrictions for early post-op. Every surgeon is different on that one so, even if I could remember what mine where, it won't help you. But, if the instructions aren't detailed enough or you can't find them, you could email Dr. Ungson or something and get clarification.

At some point, it won't be an issue at all though as you'll be fully healed and can lift whatever you want. There are plenty of post-ops who are into body building and stuff. I do Crossfit, myself, and there is a lot of lifting involve in that.

Thanks so much Mac,

Last night I went ahead and emailed Dr Ungson to get any post op restrictions. I guess I was suffering from weight lifters remorse. Lately i've been reading people getting hernias and bowel obstructions from simple things as putting a case of soda in the fridge...it got me really freaked out.

It's good to know it wont be an issue down the road...I love exercising and working out...thanks for your help I really appreciate it .