I am a year past surgery. I had a mitral valve replacement. I exercise regularly, swiming walking and a bit of stretching and yoga. I worry about how much I ...Read more
I am a year past surgery. I had a mitral valve replacement. I exercise regularly, swiming walking and a bit of stretching and yoga. I worry about how much I can do safely. How are others finding it?
Dan S-otts Hi Ann, everyone’s journey is different. I’m 63 and 1 year out from Mitral and Tricuspid valve re ... Read more
Dan S-otts Hi Ann, everyone’s journey is different. I’m 63 and 1 year out from Mitral and Tricuspid valve repair. I exercise 5 days a week by walking, running, and lifting weights. The key for me is to ramp up slowly and not jump right in doing fast running or heavy lifting.
Paul Lebel Question for you both Ann and Dan: At 1 year do you feel that your performance, speed and endurance ... Read more
Paul Lebel Question for you both Ann and Dan: At 1 year do you feel that your performance, speed and endurance are BETTER than pre surgery? It's what I've assumed and am expecting....
Dan S-otts Hey Paul, For me A Resounding YES! I feel 30 years younger. I pushed myself pretty hard during recove ... Read more
Dan S-otts Hey Paul, For me A Resounding YES! I feel 30 years younger. I pushed myself pretty hard during recovery and Cardiac rehab. As you know those of us that have had heart issues are pretty Attuned to what’s going on with our bodies. You will know what limits are right for you. Take good care! 💔❤️🩹❤️
Rita Savelis Do what feels right Ann. Keep moving at your own pace.
ann jalpoba Thanks for these very helpful comments. In answer to you Paul I do feel I can do more than before my ... Read more
ann jalpoba Thanks for these very helpful comments. In answer to you Paul I do feel I can do more than before my operation. I also feel I am learning to listen to myself more and more kindly. I no longer force myself beyond what feels right at the time. I also notice I have good and not so good days and I try to go with the flow.
I am from: Brasov, Romania
It's what I've assumed and am expecting....