Hello! As the title says, I’m new to lifting (as in, I’ve never done it!) but my boyfriend has enticed me with stories of strength, power, and self confidence, so I’m ready to give it a try. :slight_smile: I’m 5’3", 163lbs, and a black belt in Taekwon-Do, so I have a good understanding of working …

I just wanted to let you know that we aren’t ignoring you. I personally don’t have an experience with gastric bypass surgery. I have however had a c section and haven’t “popped” anything yet. Just start really light and see how it feels. I have no clue aboutvthe eating. Justvthatbif you can’t eat …

Thanks so much for replying! I figured my questions would be a little different that what’s usually asked, but it can’t hurt to put it out there! Have a great week. :slight_smile:

If Puff were still on here she would be much more helpful.

Wow, then I wish she was! I still appreciate the reply, though.

What happened to Puff, @ChickenLittle ? Boose, welcome! I don’t have any answers, either - check with your WLS team about the protein/calories - but saw your post in the fat shaming thread and wanted to say hi.

Some members occasionally contact the Admins to have their profiles removed, often for privacy concerns or personal issues. Sometimes it’s hindsight about oversharing real world details (opinions, location, pics, etc.) that can connect their account to their offline life by searching keywords, Rever…

Hi! Thanks for the welcome, it’s appreciated. I can definitely check with the team that follows me to see if they have suggestions. I have no idea if they’ll be able to answer about lifting, though! Seems a lot of WLS patients go the cardio route after surgery. But I’ll try to keep you all posted …

Welcome, yes the all powerfulPuff isn’t here. However, even if she was, I’d still recommend your healthcare team or have them recommend perhaps a pt or someone who might be more educated. I love people here, but we really don’t know your current medical condition or if any complications to advise.…

I believe there is another thread up in the nutrition section. [image] Nutrition After Gastric Bypass? Diet and Nutrition So, I tried posting in the Powerful Women forum, but unfortunately there weren’t any members with answers there (understandably so), so I thought I’d t…

Retracted. Thanks! Just wanted to make sure she was reaching out to as many people as possible.

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I believe there is another thread up in the nutrition section.

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