Question:
Batwings & Wrinkled Thighs - any hope without PS?

I have had two surgeries (VBG in 97 converted to RNY proximal in 5/00). The skin on my arms, thighs, and stomach is horribly wrinkled. Plastic surgery is not a financial option for me at this time nor is joining a gym. Is there any hope of toning some of this mess up before summer doing excercises at home? If so, what excercises are best for the arms and inner thighs? I am pretty much at goal weight and feel really good about myself (with my clothes on) but cannot bear the thought of summer, sleeveless tops, shorts, bathing suits etc. The stomach I can hide somewhat but not the other parts. Any advice is very much appreciated. Thanks in advance, Kellye.    — Kellye C. (posted on February 21, 2001)

June 30, 2001
My surgery is scheduled for August 13, 2001. I plan on spending a lot of time in the gym post-op. However, financial restriction is common in my home. Try this. Although you can not commit to signing up with a gym, you can easily obtain information by asking for a tour of a gym. It is their practice to walk you through the gym and explain how equipment is used, and what the target area of the body it works. In most cases, you can get a one day pass with a trainer/rep who will show you exercises on the equipment. Let them know what areas of the body you are concerned with and ask them to show you how they can help you. It worked for me in the beginning. How this helps.
   — Suzie M.