Can't work out/seriously work out for 2 weeks :(

MSeel1984
MSeel1984 Posts: 2,297 Member
edited January 17 in Fitness and Exercise
So today I had the rest of a suspicious area of skin/mole removed.

It's a pretty decent sized chunk-about an inch-long incision and the doctor told me I can't work out at the gym/do strenuous exercise for 2 weeks...

I'm planning to walk my dog as much as I can...this just blows. I usually did my exercise first thing in the morning before work and did at least an hour and a half good cardio at the gym.

Any good suggestions on exercise that's not too strenuous? Yoga, pilates, anything that may cause strain on my abdominal area is out (can't stretch the area too much or I may rip my stitches).

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  • sunglasses_and_ocean_waves
    sunglasses_and_ocean_waves Posts: 2,757 Member
    Perspective. This is 2 weeks. It doesn't blow. What would blow is if your results come back with a bad pathology. Listen to the doc. Take your walks. It's only 2 weeks.

    Good luck on your tests.
  • moonlitdreams2
    moonlitdreams2 Posts: 83
    Crunches, Leg lifts, Heel Raises, Stretch
  • healthygreek
    healthygreek Posts: 2,137 Member
    Please listen to your doc. You don't want a post-op bleed!
  • sunglasses_and_ocean_waves
    sunglasses_and_ocean_waves Posts: 2,757 Member
    Crunches, Leg lifts, Heel Raises, Stretch

    Um, she said she cannot have stain on her abdominal area. Crunches, leg lifts & stretches will pull on abdominal skin. Plus we don't know how far the dr cut. This is why we talk to our doctors and not listen to strangers on the internet.
  • basillowe66
    basillowe66 Posts: 432 Member
    Follow the doctors advice and watch what you eat!! Good luck
  • JenBrown0210
    JenBrown0210 Posts: 985 Member
    Best of luck to you! I would just wait out the two weeks. Then ease back into it. I know it is tough to stop a good workout routine that you have going. Maybe take the time to do your walk early and maybe read a book during the rest of the time. You do not want to injure yourself and have to wait even longer to work out. I hope all goes well for you! :)
  • RepsnSets
    RepsnSets Posts: 805 Member
    I would be inclined to listed to the doctors advice but Im sure you can go for a slowish walk
  • squirrelythegreat
    squirrelythegreat Posts: 158 Member
    Flex your arms in the mirror. Combine this with making funny faces :) 2 sets of 10 reps, take the 3rd set to failure.

    But in all seriousness you get to learn a lesson about willpower. You can focus on diet alone.
  • DavPul
    DavPul Posts: 61,406 Member
    Perspective. This is 2 weeks. It doesn't blow. What would blow is if your results come back with a bad pathology. Listen to the doc. Take your walks. It's only 2 weeks.

    Good luck on your tests.

    This. Enjoy your break and watch your caloric intake. You can walk, so walk. Walking is good. In two weeks you can start your routine again and hit it hard with fresh muscles.
  • MB_Positif
    MB_Positif Posts: 8,897 Member
    Two weeks is not going to kill you. Walk the dog. Maybe even eat at Maintenance for two weeks to help your body heal. Read my story at the following link for a little perspective, I mananged to maintain my weight from July until now with no exercise because of a health issue. I just exercised for the first time since July today. It was just a walk, but it felt great!

    http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/918358-they-cut-my-head-open-your-excuse-is-invalid
  • MSeel1984
    MSeel1984 Posts: 2,297 Member
    Crunches, Leg lifts, Heel Raises, Stretch

    Doc told me specifically no crunches because of where the incision is. Stretching that area could rip the stitches out.
  • MSeel1984
    MSeel1984 Posts: 2,297 Member
    Flex your arms in the mirror. Combine this with making funny faces :) 2 sets of 10 reps, take the 3rd set to failure.

    But in all seriousness you get to learn a lesson about willpower. You can focus on diet alone.

    This made me laugh. Thanks for the advice, all.
  • LorinaLynn
    LorinaLynn Posts: 13,247 Member
    It's two weeks. I'd call it "maintenance practice."
  • MSeel1984
    MSeel1984 Posts: 2,297 Member
    Yeah. I think my dog will be pretty happy about it...plus it gives me practice before we get our puppy in a few weeks. Need to make sure I get those Cesar Milan techniques down...or Booker will be a VERY bad example for the new dog LoL.

    I enjoy walks-and the weather is warming up a little so it's more fun.
  • ShellyBell999
    ShellyBell999 Posts: 1,482 Member
    Perspective. This is 2 weeks. It doesn't blow. What would blow is if your results come back with a bad pathology. Listen to the doc. Take your walks. It's only 2 weeks.

    Good luck on your tests.

    This. Enjoy your break and watch your caloric intake. You can walk, so walk. Walking is good. In two weeks you can start your routine again and hit it hard with fresh muscles.

    ^^^^^^^This.........is what I am doing right now. Every step is one closer to full recovery and no re-injury.
  • sherim71
    sherim71 Posts: 130 Member
    How long have you been working out? I would consider this a rest period, do the walking. Bodies need recovery periods. Watch what you eat and you should be fine.
  • jennfranklin
    jennfranklin Posts: 434 Member
    Listen to your doctors advice. Just walk the dog! If it makes you feel any better, I couldn't exercise for 2 months, due to having a total hip replacement. I know how you feel, one minute you have your hair on fire, exercising like a mad woman, and the next you hit a brick wall! BAM! Take it easy, two weeks will be over before you know it. :)
  • MSeel1984
    MSeel1984 Posts: 2,297 Member
    Listen to your doctors advice. Just walk the dog! If it makes you feel any better, I couldn't exercise for 2 months, due to having a total hip replacement. I know how you feel, one minute you have your hair on fire, exercising like a mad woman, and the next you hit a brick wall! BAM! Take it easy, two weeks will be over before you know it. :)

    Thanks for the sound and kind advice :)

    I'll just get to walking our dog. We've got a really nice walking trail not far from our house with a lake and forest...nothing makes him happier than walking and it's relaxing exercise for me.
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