You will be encouraged to exercise following surgery, gradually increasing your activity over two weeks. Exercise is an important part of your recovery – it will help relieve the symptoms of ‘trapped wind’, reduce the risk of blood clots in the legs (DVT), help increase weight loss by increasing metabolism and help reduce blood pressure and cholesterol levels. Exercise will also help support your joints and improve your final physique. Exercise such as walking in the first two weeks can be increased gradually until you are exercising for 30 minutes three or four times a week.
