Anybody else working around a hernia?

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babytmarie27
babytmarie27 Posts: 161
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Im really frustrated because Im having a hard time targetting my abs. I cant even bend strait over and tie my shoes without getting an uncomfortable bulge that affects my breathing for a second or two. The problem is my belly is where all the blubber is and its painful to avoid targeting it. I can do crunches but not situps. Any suggestions?

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  • koosdel
    koosdel Posts: 3,319 Member
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    EEK! Hopefully your doc can give you better tips that me.

    Anyway, maybe a standing/twisting type excersise with resistance bands?
  • bordersvm
    bordersvm Posts: 70
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    My suggestion is to get it looked at ASAP because you don't want the blood flow to get cut off. When it's hurting thats a sign to have it looked at. Oh yeah, stop the ab work til you see a surgeon. I had an umbilical hernia and my workouts made it so painful even when I was not working out (pain when working out, too). I made an appt. and had it repaired a month ago. I feel great and my abdomen is healing lovely. I am now licensed to teach Zumba and I am doing well. Good luck to you my friend. I hope you take this into acct. and get it looked at so nothing bad will happen. :smile:
  • babytmarie27
    babytmarie27 Posts: 161
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    bump
  • babytmarie27
    babytmarie27 Posts: 161
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    hey that bump thing really works! huh, u learn something new everyday

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