Author: Palmyra Surgical

Increasing activity after bariatric surgery is easier than you may think. Even if you have been inactive for years, as you lose weight you will find exercising becomes easier because of increased energy levels and reduced stress on your hip, knee, and ankle joints. Increasing activity doesn’t have to mean going to the gym or…

Successful weight loss after bariatric surgery means adopting new behaviors and habits that will make you healthier and happier. In this work-a-day world, it can often seem impossible to carve out time for yourself. But it isn’t impossible and it is necessary to allow yourself some personal time in order to keep your stress level,…

Increasing your activity is an essential part of your program following weight loss surgery. Georgia has so many beautiful and accessible spots for walking that a gentle walking program can be part of almost any exercise routine. Before you go out for a walk, make sure to set yourself up to get the most benefit…

Resistance bands are like large rubber bands. They work by providing resistance against an exerciser’s muscles and the amount of tension in the band is what increases the intensity of the workout. They are an ideal exercise following LAP-BAND Surgery to get your new lifestyle off to a gentle start. Even an exercise beginner will…

Even after successful laparoscopic surgery there are pitfalls to watch out for on the road to health. Some common overeating triggers can sabotage a great diet.

If you ask any weight loss surgeon why people get bariatric surgery, they will tell you it’s about more than just a number on the scale. It’s about quality of life and how a life can change when a person takes charge and makes a change. After your surgery, you may start to feel more…