exercise to firm up

[gyp]

Hi all

how long after a bypass can I start going to the gym to firm up tummy, arms, legs etc, I won't be running any marathons due to arthritis but sure want to firm up the bits that might sag!!
Does anyone know the best exercises to try, need results cos I don't want loads of saggy skin. xx

 

[Jaywill]

Hi all

how long after a bypass can I start going to the gym to firm up tummy, arms, legs etc, I won't be running any marathons due to arthritis but sure want to firm up the bits that might sag!!
Does anyone know the best exercises to try, need results cos I don't want loads of saggy skin. xx

My bariatric nurse told me 6 weeks after surgery I can start to exercise....aqua aerobics or even just swimming is good. I too have got arthritis so I cant do much on my feet...so any exercise in the water works well for me...

 

[sharon2014]

Thank you for asking this, I was curious myself..does anyone know if the timeframe is similar for the lapband or less due to keyhole surgery?

 

[SHARONA]

Im so glad you started this thread. I also wanted to know as I'm going to really go for it in gym when afterwards. At moment I'm on a reasonable pace on treadmill with a slight incline walking of course! And bike also weights. So hoping i can run and do cross trainer . I cant do cross trainer or stepper as my knees cant take my weight . And also im not going as often ad i should. Hoping once i get surgery it will be at leas 4 times a week! Really don't want too much hanging skin !

 

[purplepansyem]

I'm going to go swimming and also find some exercises to tighten the bingo wings and my neck and chin.

 

[sophiapink100]

I'm going to go swimming and also find some exercises to tighten the bingo wings and my neck and chin.

Ooo neck and chin - tell me more?

 

[skydreamer]

Hi all

how long after a bypass can I start going to the gym to firm up tummy, arms, legs etc, I won't be running any marathons due to arthritis but sure want to firm up the bits that might sag!!
Does anyone know the best exercises to try, need results cos I don't want loads of saggy skin. xx

Exactly what I was wondering I am desperate to get back in the gym after the surgery but I worried that i'll undo their good work. As much as I love swimming I love my weight lifting and cardio.
What do you enjoy?

 

[Jenoliver]

How to exercise to firm up

Hello Dear,

I think you should consult to your doctor for suitable exercise but if you want to go for exercise then you can walk in the morning.

 

[Willow4]

Chin and Neck please, Purplepansyem.

 

[SHARONA]

Yes im intrested in neck and chin as i have a real turkey neck!! Very round fat face too!

 

[Carron]

I'm going to go swimming and also find some exercises to tighten the bingo wings and my neck and chin.

well done

 

[nicola1723]

Exercise won't always move the skin. Plastics is the only answer really. I lost 11 stone in 11 months and my boobs, tum, bum, arms and legs all need sorting really! :/

 

[Angie E]

Hi all,

I'm sure every bit of exercise helps to one up the muscles. for myself I notice my boobs and stomach is going to need plastic surgery....