need help

PackinGramy · 07-03-2009, 02:20 AM

Hi all first post, but lurked for years! Got huge problem with needed exercize...I had a total knee done 7 months ago-is very unstable and must be redone-so cannot use that leg...other side has a plate in my foot, also must be taken out-so cannot use that leg either...LC without cheating is working great--dropped 41 # in 3 month....but not feeling great due to no exercize---I feel wasted,weak, no energy...any suggestions?

PaleoRainy · 07-03-2009, 05:28 AM

Do dumbells exercizes with your upper body, you can use that, right? And no need to use anything below the waist line.

Jenn_in_NJ · 07-03-2009, 07:07 AM

Congrats on the weight loss. You might want to check with your doctor on the exercises.

There are videos out there where all of the exercises are done in a chair. Maybe you can gradually build up to working on a stability ball.

Do you do a lot of walking? How is your mobility now?

PackinGramy · 07-03-2009, 09:49 AM

Due to pain and stability I am house bound...loose balance at any time even with brace..unable to stand too long.....getting up/down x hard...cabin fever has set in big time-- hand wieghts good, maybe a ball?would like exercizes for mid-section---doc says whatever you can handle...

Chris K. · 07-04-2009, 12:07 AM

Hi Packin.

My advice is that if your doctor says whatever you can handle, then try the weights and abdominals with a ball, plus waist exercises. I love my waist exercises. They are good. If you feel any discomfort, stop and change your plan accordingly.

Well I hope that helps. And if you ever need help and encouragement, you can come to me, and I will give it my all to help you.

You take care my dear friend and I'd love to hear from you again.

God bless you.

Warmly yours,
Chris

07-03-2009, 02:20 AM	#1
PackinGramy Junior LCF Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: alaska Posts: 4 Gallery: PackinGramy Stats: 240/199/150 WOE: Atkins induction Start Date: April /09	need help Hi all first post, but lurked for years! Got huge problem with needed exercize...I had a total knee done 7 months ago-is very unstable and must be redone-so cannot use that leg...other side has a plate in my foot, also must be taken out-so cannot use that leg either...LC without cheating is working great--dropped 41 # in 3 month....but not feeling great due to no exercize---I feel wasted,weak, no energy...any suggestions?

07-04-2009, 12:07 AM	#5
Chris K. Senior LCF Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Brick, NJ Posts: 63 Gallery: Chris K. Stats: 250	Hi Packin. My advice is that if your doctor says whatever you can handle, then try the weights and abdominals with a ball, plus waist exercises. I love my waist exercises. They are good. If you feel any discomfort, stop and change your plan accordingly. Well I hope that helps. And if you ever need help and encouragement, you can come to me, and I will give it my all to help you. You take care my dear friend and I'd love to hear from you again. God bless you. Warmly yours, Chris Last edited by Chris K.; 07-04-2009 at 12:08 AM..

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07-03-2009, 05:28 AM	#2
PaleoRainy Senior LCF Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: it matters more where we go Posts: 272 Gallery: PaleoRainy Stats: Goal reached (33 lbs) - New goal: 182/175/165 WOE: Paleo Diet Start Date: First 24/09/08 - Restart to second goal 24/08/09	Do dumbells exercizes with your upper body, you can use that, right? And no need to use anything below the waist line.

07-03-2009, 07:07 AM	#3
Jenn_in_NJ MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Tampa Posts: 1,791 Gallery: Jenn_in_NJ Stats: 267/149/?? WOE: Low-carb/BB diet Start Date: 2001	Congrats on the weight loss. You might want to check with your doctor on the exercises. There are videos out there where all of the exercises are done in a chair. Maybe you can gradually build up to working on a stability ball. Do you do a lot of walking? How is your mobility now?

07-03-2009, 09:49 AM	#4
PackinGramy Junior LCF Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: alaska Posts: 4 Gallery: PackinGramy Stats: 240/199/150 WOE: Atkins induction Start Date: April /09	Due to pain and stability I am house bound...loose balance at any time even with brace..unable to stand too long.....getting up/down x hard...cabin fever has set in big time-- hand wieghts good, maybe a ball?would like exercizes for mid-section---doc says whatever you can handle...