Now on crutches for 7 weeks

cnbiswanger
cnbiswanger Posts: 23 Member
in Motivation and Support
Hello. I recently had foot surgery, I can not put my foot down for 7 weeks .. Any suggestions. I will continue journaling... Thinking when ready to do upper body work out for arms.

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  • Marg672
    Marg672 Posts: 48 Member
    You may not be weight bearing but you can still get lots of upper body and about exercises in
  • rosebarnalice
    rosebarnalice Posts: 3,488 Member
    Been there, done that. Resistance bands are great, but mostly, I REALLY REALLY had to watch my calorie intake because I didn't burn cardio calories as much. Just as soon as you're able, see if you can get in the swimming pool. Worked wonders for my physical therapy/ recovery, as well as getting back into a little cardio.
  • ka97
    ka97 Posts: 1,984 Member
    Best to check with your doctor first in terms of what is safe for your specific situation. After my ankle surgery, I would go to the mall and "walk" laps on my crutches. Once cleared, I started upper body lifting that was either seated on laying on a bench. After that (again cleared by doctor) I started swimming.
  • ClosetBayesian
    ClosetBayesian Posts: 836 Member
    Focus on your logging. Upper body when your doc okays it. (I had foot surgery a month ago, I sympathize).
  • cnbiswanger
    cnbiswanger Posts: 23 Member
    Honestly it is frustrating. Today 1st day off meds. But my goal is to keep low intake. That is my downfall as normally I am active cycling downhill skiing and hiking. A week after I can walk I am off on vacation so determined to be lighter.
  • cnbiswanger
    cnbiswanger Posts: 23 Member
    I have been advised no activity for a few weeks and though I have crutches. I can not put any weight on foot. Bone surgery resulting in a few screws .. Have to avoid bumping etc. I intend to use knee cart to roam as I am sure to get cabin fever . Thanks ladie for all feedback. The only advantage now is I get to practice more music. Hmmm wonder if visualizing been thinner is considered exercise. Lol!
  • JaseG86
    JaseG86 Posts: 14 Member
    Definitely agree with watching the calorie intake! Something I messed up whilst I was on crutches!
    I had 6months on crutches due to a tendon injury, during which time I lost all motivation to do anything and probably comfort ate far too much!
    Then once I'd had my operation I had 6weeks stuck in bed, at which point the cabin fever, boredom, etc, caused me to snack and eat way too much of what I wouldn't normally eat!
    The only plus side was that using crutches is pretty much an upper body workout, so once you can move about cover as much ground as possible! I ended up with bigger arms and a bigger gut lol!

    Hopefully with it being bone surgery you can start getting about quicker than I could, so good luck and I hope you recover quickly!
  • mrshrittie
    mrshrittie Posts: 2 Member
    I am 2 weeks post foot surgery ( navicular bone removal, tendon repair and transfer) after one week in bed , I am now non-weight barring for next 6-7 weeks.
    I am keeping my calories around 1300 but well planned and all very nutrient dense to assure good nutrition for healing. I pre made and froze healthy meals and smoothie packs prior to surgery to make this easier for myself.
    I just add in fresh fruit, greens etc

    I have been going out for "crutch walks"
    Everyday since Saturday. Only 20 mins right now, but will increase as my foot can tolerate.
    I have a weigh bench set and Dumbbells ready to go once I get clearance.
    ( it's my right foot so I am stuck at home)

    I am determined not to put on weight, but it's tough.
    Good luck !!! We can make it thru and come out stronger at the end
  • cnbiswanger
    cnbiswanger Posts: 23 Member
    Thank you for the support. I am also trying to keep calorie to 1300 intake. Unfortunately I am not as organized but my husband is good at making healthy meals. I am starting to move but the foot is still very sensitive. It has been s trying few weeks. But I am happy to say I have not sought out comfort food. I went from spending a week taking care of a family member battling cancer while hobbling on knee injury.. Flying 4 hrs the night prior to have surgery ..day 3 after surgery our 10 year old dog lost her battle with cancer. And this is not made up. I believe we are due to some good news. So I am focused on me staying on track. Enough has occurred out of my control. Honestly after re-reading the above .. I shake my head ... Things good or bad come in 3.
  • cnbiswanger
    cnbiswanger Posts: 23 Member
    Sorry. I just needed to vent ..
  • cwolfman13
    cwolfman13 Posts: 41,865 Member
    Focus big time on diet...Injuries happen...I was recently out for about 6 weeks and could do very little exercise wise except go to the gym and do upper body stuff...I'm an avid cyclist so there was a big drop in my exercise activity...focusing on my diet and eating well and getting the rest that my body needed was pretty key. When I healed up, I just picked up where I left off...well, not quite...I had to take a couple of weeks to work back up to everything, but muscle memory is a wonderful thing...it'll be normal to see a drop in fitness, but it comes back pretty quickly.

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