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Post TAH-BSO.
Posted: Oct 23, 2013
I had to have an open abdominal procedure last year and then chemo. I am now okay, except for my beach ball middle because I have no muscle tone whatsoever. Does anyone know of any easy exercises I can do during the day as I work? I am walking about 2 miles per day but I would really like to focus on my abdomen more, since that is the problem spot.
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A simple and easy exercise to start off with - sm
[ In Reply To ..]While sitting, make sure to maintain good posture, shoulders relaxed. When exhaling, tightly pull in your lower abdominal muscles almost like you're trying to push your belly button back into your spine. When inhaling, relax the lower abs, and then repeat. It might seem too easy to get any benefit from it, but if you do it for a while, you can really feel it. I love this exercise because I can do it anywhere, sitting, standing, or walking. You can even throw some Kegels in there, too.
I had a TAH/BSO too and after a couple - loves to walk
[ In Reply To ..]of months walking at least 30 minutes a day, my stomach is really shrinking and getting toned. I read walking is the best exercise for the tummy but be consistent and do it at least 6 times a week. All of a sudden you will see a difference. Do you take hormones because of your BSO? The doctor put me on Estradiol and I noticed it helps with the hot flashes and irritability I had after the BSO. I can tell if I miss a dose too. Make sure to take calcium and vitamin D now with the BSO so you don't get osteoporosis. I love Silk soy milk and Blue Diamond Almond/Coconut milk too which have lots of calcium.
Cannot take hormones - Flabby with hot flashes
[ In Reply To ..]Because of my cancer, I can't take hormones but my primary put me on a small dose of Effexor XR (75mg) and it has made the horrible hot flashes go away. I take one cap (37.5 mg) in the AM and one at night. It also has helped me deal with the post-chemo neuropathy.
Post TAH - pilates
[ In Reply To ..]Pilates-based exercises can help you with that. There are some good DVDs out there.
I love Pilates too and Ellen Barrett is - loves to walk
[ In Reply To ..]a great instructor. I have about 5 of her DVDs.
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