Need some suggestions...

dauchsmom

For the next six weeks, I will be unable to do weight lifting, work on my rowing machine, or do anything that requires lifting more than 10 pounds, bending over, or stretching. I had double eye surgery and thems' the doctors orders. I plan to walk on the treadmill but can anyone suggest something that will fit into the recuperation requirements? Mucho appreciated!

Cherimoose

Nope, let your body heal. If weight gain is a concern, reduce your calorie intake slightly.

MelanieCN77

I'd be walking and doing yoga and generally enjoying the enforced hiatus.

apullum

I would list all the things you might want to do and ask your doctor for a yes or no on each one. Various forms of gentle cardio--walking, swimming, leisurely cycling, etc. might be possibilities, but I wouldn't take any chances without getting medical clearance for each activity.

karlpm

I'd avoid the water if you have eye surgery.

Unfortunately most exertion will be out as it increases blood pressure and thus pressure in the eyes.

Still to a nice walk and enjoy a break!

Chef_Barbell

MelanieCN77 wrote: »

I'd be walking and doing yoga and generally enjoying the enforced hiatus.

No stretching....

OP I would rest and let my body heal.

emmamcgarity

I’d probably keep physical activity to a minimum. Even walking I’d be conservative about. It’s only six weeks of your life and you won’t get that window of opportunity for your eyes to heal properly again.

MelanieCN77

Chef_Barbell wrote: »

MelanieCN77 wrote: »

I'd be walking and doing yoga and generally enjoying the enforced hiatus.

No stretching....

OP I would rest and let my body heal.

Just as well they're not my orders...

LivingtheLeanDream

don't mess with any eye healing after surgery - rest up for those 6 weeks and then you can get back at it. It will seem a short time when you look back at it.

is this surgery for cataracts by any chance?

dauchsmom

LivingtheLeanDream wrote: »

don't mess with any eye healing after surgery - rest up for those 6 weeks and then you can get back at it. It will seem a short time when you look back at it.

is this surgery for cataracts by any chance?

Yes, I had both eyes done at the same time. It's been weird. I used to be able to see close up (6-12 inches) but not far away ( I was nearsighted). Now it's the total reverse! I'm going to ask the doc why this is. I see him tomorrow. I love having the distance without glasses but this slipping on reading glasses every time I turn around is ridiculous!

CharlieCharlie007

apullum wrote: »

I would list all the things you might want to do and ask your doctor for a yes or no on each one. Various forms of gentle cardio--walking, swimming, leisurely cycling, etc. might be possibilities, but I wouldn't take any chances without getting medical clearance for each activity.

This. Health is not something you should leave to the advice of people you do not know. Talk to Dr. Stay safe out there.

AnnPT77

dauchsmom wrote: »

LivingtheLeanDream wrote: »

don't mess with any eye healing after surgery - rest up for those 6 weeks and then you can get back at it. It will seem a short time when you look back at it.

is this surgery for cataracts by any chance?

Yes, I had both eyes done at the same time. It's been weird. I used to be able to see close up (6-12 inches) but not far away ( I was nearsighted). Now it's the total reverse! I'm going to ask the doc why this is. I see him tomorrow. I love having the distance without glasses but this slipping on reading glasses every time I turn around is ridiculous!

As I understand it, it varies depending on what lenses they put in your eyes as part of the surgery. I was given the option of getting lenses that optimized my vision for distance, close-up, or medium, depending on which was most important to me.

According to my surgeon, most people choose distance vision so they don't need to wear glasses most of the time. Occasionally people who use a computer a lot choose medium-distance. Sometimes people (like me) choose close-up vision because of doing lots of close-up work, and being used to doing it without glasses (history of being nearsighted). Also, I only had one eye done (long story), so we made it match the other one, which was nearsighted.

ETA: I was allowed to work out much quicker than 6 weeks, but every surgery is different, I guess.

dauchsmom

I opted for distance vision because I wanted to be absolutely clear when driving and, since I had developed a night vision issue with cataracts, he even agreed this was most important. Readers do work for the computer. I guess I will adjust to the reversal over time.