New to this Forum

Hi...

I just had surgery a week ago... and I am doing great! I am still on full liquids..so my food is a little boring... and I am still trying to find a protein drink that I can drink day after day.  I have lots of samples... so I have not given up yet.  The ones I was on before surgery are OK... a little gritty... and not too sweet...

So how much walking should I be doing now... I am off pain meds... I can walk half way around my block ( we have an alley... so I through the alley).  I am doing that once a day. I have gone grocery shopping...  and I walk up and down the stairs of my house...  I am I doing enough?


Thanks for all your help!

Helen

Walk when you can.....make sure you drink lots of water.....I would limit the amount of times you go up and down the stairs for the first 3 months.....just like your shoes....not boots that you have to pull on....no pushing, pulling, and tugging, or lifting....

Congrats on your surgery.

   W E L C O M E   &  C O N G R A T U L A T I O N S   

The more walking you can do the healthier you will be.  I would let your body dictate how much is enough.  Gradually increase the distance and soon you will be wandering the neighborhood.

I buy whey protein and add it to my blender drinks.  I take 1/2 C yogurt, 1 scoop whey, add soy milk and berries or banana.  Sometimes a touch of cinnamon or vanilla.  You can adjust this to your own taste.     Millie   P.S.  I'm just across the bridge from you in Puyallup.

Congrat Helen! Sounds like you are doing good for beein just one week post op. I'm always so happy to see another Washingtonian on this forum. It's a great place to be. Looking forward to getting to know you and to following your journey.

Thanks everyone...

Each day I feel stronger.... I am glad I have another  1.5 weeks off... I get so tired in the middle of the afternoon..  about 2 pm... its nap time!

Helen

Welcome Helen, from another Washingtonian!

I was soooooooo tired and weak for quite awhile, I didn't exercise for along time afterwards. I had 5 weeks off and was still pooped. Sounds like you are doing great!
Now I do the treadmill 2x a day...still don't love it but now feel bad if I don't do it. Never thought that would happen.

Welcome and Congratulations!!!

Welcome Helen. Sounds like you are on track.
 
I still like an afternoon nap.  Don't feel guilty, you need to rest and heal for a while.

Annette

Hi Helen and welcome to OFF!

One week down and the rest of your new life ahead of you!  Take care and keep posting to let us know how you are doing.

Kathi

Hello Helen and WELCOME to OFF!!!

Sounds  like you have everything under control.
Keep walking and sipping..... rest when you need to!

Congrats on choosing to be more healthy...this surgery ROCKS!!!

Hugs, connie d