I just pushed myself through it. I was tired and dragging, but didn't allow that to be an option for me. I got up and got out for a little walk or did some type of activity. It was easier to make excuses as to why I couldn't/didn't want to do something, but the more I pushed, the easier and stronger I got. I quickly got into the mindset that I could make excuses or I could make it happen...I chose to make it happen and so can you! Best wishes!!!

I agree with all the posts. IT WILL GET BETTER. you have to figure...the body is trying to get rid of a LOT of waste. water and exercise will help flush it. Good luck and keep ona keeping on. (I'm post op 6 years)

I am 8 months post op now and from what I remember, the only real exercise I got for the first month was a bit of walking. The first two or three weeks were just some short jaunts through the grocery store. As time went on, the energy increased and so did the amount I could do--probably the weight loss was the main reason for that. I was told to drink Isopure carb free (it looks like Kool Aid and is full of protein) to help get that needed "water" in and help increase the protein. At first even jellos and yogurts weren't easy, but everything got easier rather quickly. I had 5 surgeries prior to my RNY, so I knew what to expect recovery wise and I think this was one of the easiest surgeries that I had. The others have given you great advice. Just take it one day at a time and keep your eye on the goal--remember that getting that water and protein in are most important. Hope everything goes well for you!

I'm 8 months out of surgery and I'm down 130 pounds. In the beginning I made sure that I drank every half hour my liquids, I came home on a clear liquid diet and then after my 2 week appointment with the surgeon he put me on my regular liquids, I used the little medicine cups in the beginning and my husband made sure that I got up and walked every 30 minutes. The more I moved the better I started to feel. After about 4 weeks I was feeling really quite well. Just give it time. Try to drink the protein and liquids and try to move as much as you can comfortably tolerate. I had a major melt down the middle of April, because I was depressed, so many changes going on in my life, but I continued to follow exactly what my surgeon wanted me to do and I continued to lose weight even though I didn't exercise for about 4 months. Now I'm back exercising and enjoying my yard. Everybody heals at a different rate and experiences things in different ways. Keep up the great work and remember this is a life long journey and it takes time to heal and to feel better. One thing I counted on was the support from my support group and the support from My Fitness Pal friends, it really helped me through the rough times and was great to express the wonderful times to those who understand where we are coming from. Keep up the great work and don't lose faith.

Honestly, I was lethargic for about the first six months. It was overwhelming for about the first 3 months, then bearable until the 6 month mark. Then I felt pretty good again. I did absolutely no exercise until the 7 month mark and still got to goal, so don't worry. Just rest up and take care of you right now. You had major surgery and it will take time to heal.

I'm into my 3rd month and I still have absolutely no energy. I also don't excerisize right now and will wait till I've lost more weight.