The Physically Active Route
Hey Guys,
I've always said I was an athlete stuck in an obese guy's body. Anyway, I've been working out 8-10 hours a week average since at least 4 months prior to RNY. The last few years, I've only been working out with weights 1-2 times a week, but have been doing a variety of other exercise.
Anyway, not sure if this helps anyone, but I'll post some videos of what I've been doing lately. Not sure if it's of use to anyone, but it sure does feel good to be thin and strong!
Best Wishes,
Dave
Here's a vid 1 of 3 http://youtu.be/BAQeKTCSOLA
Vid 2 of 3 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CvpqLRCliSU&feature=plcp&cont ext=C3ca01c3UDOEgsToPDskKalX6ydANCVesexzlN-hx2
Vid 3 of 3
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RbfFIEMP0xY&feature=plcp&cont ext=C33f0ddaUDOEgsToPDskJS27ZRsjfCk0ASUy2el8WT
I've always said I was an athlete stuck in an obese guy's body. Anyway, I've been working out 8-10 hours a week average since at least 4 months prior to RNY. The last few years, I've only been working out with weights 1-2 times a week, but have been doing a variety of other exercise.
Anyway, not sure if this helps anyone, but I'll post some videos of what I've been doing lately. Not sure if it's of use to anyone, but it sure does feel good to be thin and strong!
Best Wishes,
Dave
Here's a vid 1 of 3 http://youtu.be/BAQeKTCSOLA
Vid 2 of 3 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CvpqLRCliSU&feature=plcp&cont ext=C3ca01c3UDOEgsToPDskKalX6ydANCVesexzlN-hx2
Vid 3 of 3
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RbfFIEMP0xY&feature=plcp&cont ext=C33f0ddaUDOEgsToPDskJS27ZRsjfCk0ASUy2el8WT
I was just discussing the back issue with a friend. It might be due to flexibility. I can almost do a full split and can bend over and put my chest on top of my thighs, so no joint or back issues at all. I have limited myself usually to once a week with weights though and change every day, so I'm not getting that kind of stress all that often and the variety of exercise strengthens some of the less gotten core muscles. (Swimming 3-4 strokes to Karate to sprinting to cross country skiing and often yoga).
Wow.. I'm impressed.. I couldn't do a chin up to save my life..
Although I've lost all my weight and don't seem to have any problem keeping it off, I am a weakling.
I know I've lost muscle as well as fat. I originally thought my weakness was just due to the small amount of food that we get to eat in the initial stages, but I'm almost 2 years out and now my body is skinny and bony with lots of sagging wrinkly skin.
I have lots of energy, and stamina, but I bet my wife could beat me at an arm wrestle.
I did go to a gym for awhile. I tried some of the machines and lifted some free weights but don't really know what I'm doing. I spent most of the time on a treadmill and swimming. I never seemed to be able to increase the weights I was using. I should probably talk to a fitness instructor who could set me up with a program but I'm intimidated by the whole process.
How much weight did you loose? It doesn't appear like you have any loose saggy skin.How did you manage that? I've read that exercise won't help firm up skin but will give you a better appearance if the muscles underneath are firm and toned. I've lost over 150 pounds and although I look fine wearing clothes and don't have a hanging gut (panni) when I bend over my skin hangs from my chest and stomach in folds and empty pockets of skin.
What would you recommend for me to get started to try and gain some strength back?
John
Although I've lost all my weight and don't seem to have any problem keeping it off, I am a weakling.
I know I've lost muscle as well as fat. I originally thought my weakness was just due to the small amount of food that we get to eat in the initial stages, but I'm almost 2 years out and now my body is skinny and bony with lots of sagging wrinkly skin.
I have lots of energy, and stamina, but I bet my wife could beat me at an arm wrestle.
I did go to a gym for awhile. I tried some of the machines and lifted some free weights but don't really know what I'm doing. I spent most of the time on a treadmill and swimming. I never seemed to be able to increase the weights I was using. I should probably talk to a fitness instructor who could set me up with a program but I'm intimidated by the whole process.
How much weight did you loose? It doesn't appear like you have any loose saggy skin.How did you manage that? I've read that exercise won't help firm up skin but will give you a better appearance if the muscles underneath are firm and toned. I've lost over 150 pounds and although I look fine wearing clothes and don't have a hanging gut (panni) when I bend over my skin hangs from my chest and stomach in folds and empty pockets of skin.
What would you recommend for me to get started to try and gain some strength back?
John
Hello John,
I think the best I could give is to ease into a program starting with two workouts a week, then three, maybe 10-12 reps at weights that are somewhat difficult to lift toward the 10-12th rep. Then, gradually increase the intensity. Definitely give equal importance to abs, back and legs.
If you heap on too much of a workout too soon, you may go into shock and be less likely to continue, not to mention enjoy it less, so I would definitely take it easy at the beginning. Just go in with the aim of getting through as wide a variety of machines as possible without too much thought or hassle for several weeks and I think you'll be fine.
I started at 305, then lost on my own to 260 on my surgery day. When I had my pre-sugery check up, I was at the low end of morbidly obese (BMI 42), then I suppose at 260 I was at around a 40 BMI.
I have some loose skin, but it is just below the waist of my pants, so not worth doing anything about. I do have considerable width across my upper back and shoulders (Still a size 46 jacket) and that probably does pull up some of the skin. Skin is also not very wrinkly in general. It maybe be due to having lost weight so many times from a young age and having rubber skin from it.
Good Luck and Hope This Helps,
Dave
I think the best I could give is to ease into a program starting with two workouts a week, then three, maybe 10-12 reps at weights that are somewhat difficult to lift toward the 10-12th rep. Then, gradually increase the intensity. Definitely give equal importance to abs, back and legs.
If you heap on too much of a workout too soon, you may go into shock and be less likely to continue, not to mention enjoy it less, so I would definitely take it easy at the beginning. Just go in with the aim of getting through as wide a variety of machines as possible without too much thought or hassle for several weeks and I think you'll be fine.
I started at 305, then lost on my own to 260 on my surgery day. When I had my pre-sugery check up, I was at the low end of morbidly obese (BMI 42), then I suppose at 260 I was at around a 40 BMI.
I have some loose skin, but it is just below the waist of my pants, so not worth doing anything about. I do have considerable width across my upper back and shoulders (Still a size 46 jacket) and that probably does pull up some of the skin. Skin is also not very wrinkly in general. It maybe be due to having lost weight so many times from a young age and having rubber skin from it.
Good Luck and Hope This Helps,
Dave
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