Question:
Competitive Sports

Did anyone after their surgery compete in any competitive sports leagues.    — JAR (posted on February 1, 2006)

February 1, 2006
Hi Jorge, Yes I am just starting it is Motorsports-i am just getting my Drag Racing career started, something i've always loved. I could have never fit into the rails of a Dragster, and now after my surgery (weighed 357lbs the day of my Surgery) Now weigh in at 157lbs. So to answer your question..Yessss!! I'll try to post some pix soon..
   — Racegirl1

February 2, 2006
Hi Jorge, I haven't actually started, yet, but I'm going to begin figure skating competitively (at 39, no less!) later this year. I actually skated pretty decently even before my surgery - especially for someone 110lbs. overweight. Now, -82lbs. later, I can do so much more, have much less pain, and am progressing much faster. I'm close to achieving my axel (hardest single jump) and even started working on a double salchow. Whatever sport you love - do it! It's much easier to stay motivated to exercise when you actually enjoy the activity! Have Fun...
   — tarainla