I had major abdominal surgery on January 9th to remove a large ovarian cyst. My favorite exercise is swimming, so when I get clearance from my MD, the first place I want to go is the pool!!
Before my surgery, I could swim a mile and a quarter in about 40 minutes. (I know, manatee speed) I'm hoping that the long term result of the surgery will be that I can increase my speed and endurance. I'm wondering if anyone else out there has had similar abdominal surgery and has any advice for getting back in shape.
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Wow. Thanks for the comments and encouragement. I went for my post op check yesterday and my MD said I still had to wait 3 more weeks to get back in the pool. :mad: I'd rather wait the extra week though and really be ready to work.
You're right about what it does to your mind. I dodged a HUGE bullet with this incident and it's done a real number on my head. I'm hoping returning to exercise will help me get things in perspective.
Wow. Thanks for the comments and encouragement. I went for my post op check yesterday and my MD said I still had to wait 3 more weeks to get back in the pool. :mad: I'd rather wait the extra week though and really be ready to work.
You're right about what it does to your mind. I dodged a HUGE bullet with this incident and it's done a real number on my head. I'm hoping returning to exercise will help me get things in perspective.
