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Working Through an Exercise Plateau

Posted: Oct 25 in Weight Loss Blog by

As the obesity epidemic increases, more and more individuals are choosing bariatric surgery in Naples to reach their weight loss goals. Lap band bariatric surgery has an excellent success rate, with only 10% of individuals reporting weight gain after the surgery. Adding in exercise helps to keep the weight loss going, and keeps the body [...]

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Pilates for Beginners

Posted: Oct 18 in Weight Loss Blog by

Considering weight loss surgery in Naples? Bariatric obesity surgery is a life-changing decision. Both before your surgery and afterward as you are dropping weight, you will need to follow your doctor’s directions for healthy eating and exercise to help shed the weight and also to maintain your weight loss once you reach your goals. Pilates [...]

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Vigorous Exercise after Weight Loss Surgery

Posted: Aug 24 in Weight Loss Blog by

In order to lose weight following bariatric surgery it is important to begin exercising regularly as soon as you are able. While light exercise is best as your body is healing, once you are fully recovered from your weight loss surgery vigorous exercise may be an attainable goal. According to study findings published in Obesity, [...]

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Exercise Recommendations Before and After Bariatric Surgery

Posted: Aug 23 in Weight Loss Blog by

Exercise after gastric bypass weight loss surgery is essential for effective weight loss. We often lose muscle mass when we start to lose weight quickly, and because of this it is important to maintain lean muscle mass to keep your metabolism stable and facilitate weight loss after bariatric surgery. Developing a healthy exercise regime prior [...]

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What to Eat Before your Workout

Posted: Jun 27 in Weight Loss Blog by

Eating prior to a workout is essential if you want to have the energy that your body requires in order to meet your demands. Choosing the right foods, however, is important to give you the long lasting energy you’ll require. The American Dietetic Association recommends eating a small meal that is high in carbohydrates with [...]

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Exercising after Bariatric Surgery

Posted: Jun 20 in Weight Loss Blog by

Exercising after weight loss surgery is imperative in order for you to regain your health and to keep any lost weight off for good. The kind of surgery you’ve had does not matter, your diet is just as important as exercise in nearly all situations, and both should be given equal attention. Your doctor in [...]

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Stretching Techniques

Posted: Dec 10 in Weight Loss Blog by

There are many different options available today when it comes to losing weight. From basic walking programs to weight loss surgery, there is a program out there for everyone. Regardless of your individual goal and the regimen you choose, there are a few important things to keep in mind. One of those is the need to incorporate stretching into your daily routine.

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Strength Train to Stay Healthy

Posted: Oct 19 in Weight Loss Blog by

After many years of inactivity, weight loss surgery patients are skeptical about starting a strength training program. After all, many of us have carried around the equivalent weight of a whole other person for years – how much stronger do we need to get?

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Resistance Bands: Budget Strength Training for Beginners

Posted: Sep 22 in Weight Loss Blog by

For most people starting a new fitness routine after weight loss surgery, it doesn’t make sense to purchase an entire home gym. Fortunately, many effective strength training exercises can be performed using affordable, space-saving resistance bands. They’re easy to store, easy to travel with and fun to use. Here are the three main types of resistance bands:

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Go Digital with Fitness and Health Apps

Posted: Sep 14 in Weight Loss Blog by

Need a little boost to help you develop a great fitness routine and diet after weight loss surgery? Thanks to exciting new technologies, the right routine may literally be right at your fingertips. Popular apps for mobile phones keep active, tech-savvy individuals on top of fun fitness routines and healthier eating habits. Here are two of the best picks this season:

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