What Exercises Are Safe After Gastric Bypass Surgery?

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Exercise is critical after your gastric bypass surgery. The surgery in itself will not allow you to lose all your weight and attain your weight loss goals. Before you start any exercise routine after bariatric surgery, you must consult your Physician. Each case is different, and your Physician will be able to assess your condition and advise you on whether you are ready to start an exercise routine. Please read further, we will be covering the types of exercise that will help you reach your weight loss goals.

Each person is unique, and needs a plan that is individualize for you. Most often times, Physicians will recommend that you develop and start your exercise routine before your bypass surgery then resume after your surgery.

If you start in small increments leading up to your surgery you will notice your flexibility improves as well as your balance. You will want to make sure these are in supervision by your doctor. They will be able to assess along the way if you are exercising at the appropriate levels.

To get started, you will need to start walking. Walking is one the best ways you can start and build up to a more active workout routine. Start with short walks several times per day, then build up gradual to longer distances. You will want to keep a diary if possible, and possibly purchase a pedometer to track your progress. Let your body tell you when you are getting a good workout. The other benefit of walking is that you will start toning your muscles. This will help reduce injury later as the intensity increases.

Six weeks after surgery, you should now be ready to start increasing your exercise routine. Again, check with your Physician first after your gastric bypass surgery. You will want to continue walking, but add other exercises to your routine. At first, you won’t want to lift more than about 10 pounds, but should build up by doing strength training exercises.

If you are not familiar with basic strength training exercises, you will want to take the following into consideration:

·         Start with 5-15 minutes of cardio exercise before you start strength training.

·         Choose 1-2 exercises for each muscle groups. These include chest, back, shoulders, biceps, triceps, legs, and Abs. Look online for actual demonstrations of exercises for you.

·         You will want to start with 1-2 sets of 6-15 repetitions for each set. Make sure you are keeping a diary as you build up.

·         You will want to use enough weight where you feel some resistance, but don’t overdo it at first. You will need to build up.

·         Every week, start adding weight and repetitions as you feel your strength increasing.

In combination with exercise, don’t forget about your diet. The combination of a healthy diet and exercise are your keys to success. Don’t lose ground, stay away from foods that are high in sugar or starchy. Make sure you drink lots of water. After you are exercising frequently you will notice your appetite increase. Don’t overdo it, eat within your diet and you will notice the weight fall off at a comfortable rate.

Best of luck in losing weight after your gastric bypass surgery!

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