7 Weeks after surgery! Exercise and Strength Training Woo Hoo!

Sunday, May 05, 2013

I went to the Doctor last Tuesday. He finally released me from all restrictions regarding exercise and strength training. I have to say that my stomach is still numb so I don't feel things when I lean against them such as sinks or when my personal trainer is helping me stretch and leans against my hip bone I didn't even know he was leaning into me. It was just plain weird. Anyway, I decided to invest in me and hired a personal trainer to help come up with a plan while I am in Montana visiting my other sister. I especially need help with my upper body strength training. A few years ago I had a problem in my shoulder area. I lack flexibility. Hey I knew I needed help when I am applying makeup with my right hand and have to take my left and just ever so slightly need to guide my right arm to the right area. So he said I need to gain flexibility before strength. Or something like that. All I know for sure is that I will take my notebook with me. I already told my sister Julie that she would have to help me with some of those strength exercises. I am not too worried about cardio. So this week I meet with PT 4 days in a row. One day is upper the next lower.

  

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INKYINPA 5/6/2013 3:10AM

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Day 17 After Surgery

Thursday, April 04, 2013

I went to the Doctor on Tuesday. He said I was coming along nicely. My legs are still swollen up. I finally got over to Walgreens and got a pair of Teds. Hopefully that will help. The doctor did say this is normal and if I wanted to get some Teds I could but he didn't think it was necessary. I have been walking gradually since Saturday. I started out going around one block then Sunday 3 blocks Monday 1.17 miles Tuesday a day of rest Wednesday and Thursday 2.37 miles. I have to admit I hurt on Wed. when I got home. So today I made sure I took two Tylenol about 45 min. before leaving the house. It did the trick. So with my new mindset I am giving 100% to my program under the circumstances. I can not compare myself to my old self before my surgery on March 18th. Sooooo, I can only get better day by day. I know this may not make sense to anyone else reading this but I feel soo much better. If I hadn't read ON_2 Victory's (sp) blog recently I may have let guilt eat at me and then where would I have been. Not in a very good place. Woo Hoo to me! One step at a time.

  

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_BABE_ 4/10/2013 1:23PM

Hang in there....you are so brave! Report Inappropriate Comment

TLG71567 4/9/2013 11:44PM

You are very welcome! Report Inappropriate Comment

BOOKS_CATS_TEA 4/6/2013 11:01PM

Good job taking care of yourself. Keep up the good work. Report Inappropriate Comment

ROCKMAN6797 4/5/2013 7:45AM

Great mindset! You need to heal at your own pace and, most importantly, listen to your body! Report Inappropriate Comment

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Day 13 After Surgery

Sunday, March 31, 2013

I know by now you are getting tired of hearing from me. Well, I just wanted to say I went to Church last night for the Easter Vigil and made it through 2.5 hrs. I did take my cushion with me but I found I was able to stand up, sit down without any problem. Just before communion I did try to kneel and had no problem it just came so naturally. Of course I have to say thank goodness I have strong legs so I didn't need to put any effort into getting up or down. Woo Hoo for me!

  

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CYPATAYLOR2 3/31/2013 9:52PM

No we are not getting tired of hearing from you. We are glad that you are doing so well. Keep the blogs coming. Report Inappropriate Comment

ROCKMAN6797 3/31/2013 2:37PM

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ARNETTELEE 3/31/2013 1:59PM

Happy Easter! Looks like things are getting better for you! Report Inappropriate Comment

Day 12 After Surgery

Saturday, March 30, 2013

I'm still going strong and I still have to give my sister Thoms1 so much credit for my recovery. She's a keeper for sure. I have been dressing myself, no easy feat when you can't bend over. But with the help of those reacher thingys and my old faithful wooden back scratcher I can drag my pants up my leg within acceptable reach. Of course I wear pretty much the same thing every day. But at least I don't look like an invalid.
Today Becky suggested we go for a very short walk around the block to see how I would do. I said yes right away but inside I was thinking but it's cold out there. I have to say that I have been running a bit cold since the surgery. I am sure there is some explanation for it but I am still cold. I will be going to Easter Vigil Lights Mass this evening. The first time I am going back to church since the surgery. I look forward to it but I won't be getting up and down a lot tonight. I am taking a cushion with me, I know it will be almost two hours long I wish I could dress up for it but I just can't. My feet and ankles are still swollen so I am hoping I can fit me feet into something other than my old red winter clogs. I wish all a very happy Easter!

  

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Day 8 After Surgery

Tuesday, March 26, 2013

I went for my 2nd post-op doctor's visit this morning. He removed the two drains and all but two staples. There were a lot of staples! Almost each one was like getting a bee sting. My nephew said that was how his staples being removed felt and I do agree with him. Especially my left inner thigh. That was so touchy! He swiped the area and then put body glue on me. That always makes me smile. I have used super glue on cracks on my fingers but I just never thought they would use it to hold me together! Unreal! So the doc is happy with how I am doing and reminded me that I have just had major surgery and need to keep that in mind and take it easy. My body needs to heal.
I was on my team Plastic surgery after major weight loss and on the general team discussion forum Lisa Haupert has a thread and in her introduction she has a link to her youtube videos. I watched three of them with interest and if anyone is really interested in having this surgery done they should check it out. Here is the link:
www.youtube.com/onceandforeverwell

  

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JANESLOSS 3/30/2013 12:07PM

I'm so happy that you are progressing so nicely. You are so smart to follow your doctors advice to the letter. I would too! Best wishes for a continued healthy recovery! Big Hugs, Jane Report Inappropriate Comment

COOKIE_AT_51 3/28/2013 9:02PM

So glad to hear that you are progressing so well and with minimal pain. That is that you are following doctor's orders to take it easy ... it sounds like you have this covered. So happy for you! Cookie Report Inappropriate Comment

ROCKMAN6797 3/27/2013 8:33AM

Wow, Super Glue does really have many uses! Report Inappropriate Comment

SEATTLE58 3/26/2013 11:47PM

I'm so happy that your Dr. is so happy! I know that you'll take it easy too, like your Dr. said. Good girl! Brave girl! Determined girl and an inspiring girl! Thanks again for that! Comment edited on: 3/26/2013 11:47:36 PM Report Inappropriate Comment