Tips & Reminders: exercise

1. Walking is always okay.
   
2. For the first 6 weeks after surgery no lifting greater than 10 lbs.
   
3. Check with your doctor about when, what type, and how much exercise is appropriate for you.
   

   --Regular and water aerobics can be started at 4 weeks
   

   --Weight lifting and abdominal exercises can be started at 6 weeks
   

4. Exercise will help you lose weight and maintain lean muscle tissue.