Posted - June 8, 2012
Flower Power
When you talk to your weight loss surgeon about life after bariatric surgery, you will probably hear Dr. Stewart talk about the benefits of a healthy and active lifestyle. A lot of us think of this as exercising every day by going to the gym or sweating to a workout DVD at home, but really the idea of an active lifestyle is a lot broader than that. Learn More
Posted - June 4, 2012
Exercises for Bariatric Surgery Patients with Joint Pain
Many people who suffer from being severely overweight or obese in Dallas also suffer from chronic joint and bone pain. Weight loss surgeries can help alleviate most joint pain, but some patients may still have difficulty engaging in high-impact physical activities. However, there are gentle or low-impact exercises that patients with joint pain can engage in to realign bones, make sore joints mobile and strengthen the surrounding muscles. Learn More
Posted - May 29, 2012
Lose Weight with your Dog
More than 60 percent of the American adult population is considered overweight or obese and nearly 50 percent of America’s dog population is considered overweight or obese. Coincidence? Learn More
Posted - March 14, 2012
Quick and Easy Arm Workout
You are up on your feet all day at work, cooking dinner and cleaning up after the kids go to bed, but despite feeling tired you have not actually gotten to the gym yet. This is a common problem for many people, but after getting a sleeve gastrectomy in Dallas it is important to cut the time out of your day for yourself. On those days when you have trouble setting aside an hour to go to the gym, try taking 15 minutes for yourself and do this simple arm workout. Learn More
Posted - October 18, 2011
Lose Weight with an Exercise Ball
Are you having a hard time staying motivated to exercise? For many people with weight issues or morbid obesity, it is hard to stay on track. Even if you stay on course with an exercise regimen, you may find that after a certain amount of rapid weight loss you run into weight loss barriers. You may want to try exercises that switch up your normal routine. Adding an exercise ball to your plan will help strengthen your back muscles and improve your core. If you still find yourself stuck after switching things up, you may be a candidate for surgery for weight loss. You may qualify lap band surgery after trying exercise and dieting programs. Learn More
Posted - August 30, 2011
Exercise After Weight Loss Surgery
Because every person is different, there is "no one-size fits all" exercise requirement for after bariatric surgery. Instead, you need to work with your Carrollton medical weight loss team to determine your individualized post-operative exercise regimen. However, here are a few general exercise tips that are helpful to all bariatric patients. Learn More
Posted - July 26, 2011
Slim Your Waist with Water Aerobics
After bariatric surgery, you will need to take up an exercise routine to help get into shape and lose the excess weight. Water aerobics is a great, low impact way to get started. The water cushions your joints to limit stress and avoid injury, while helping you to build flexibility and move your muscles while reducing the overall impact of the activity. Here are some moves to try next time you are in the pool at your health club or one of Ft. Worth's community pools: Learn More
Posted - June 16, 2011
Exercise Following Lap Band Surgery
Weight loss surgery is becoming an option for more and more people. Bariatric surgery, such as Lap-Band surgery, effectively reduces the amount of food the stomach is physically able to hold. In addition to the diet changes that come along with weight loss surgery, exercise is an important factor that must be approached slowly under the supervision of professionals. Learn More
Posted - June 8, 2011
10 Workout Tips
After weight loss surgery, it is important that you get regular physical activity to take and keep the weight off. Here are a few tips to help solidify your commitment to a healthier lifestyle: Learn More
Posted - January 30, 2011
Getting Rid of Under-Arm Flab
When you raise your arms and move them back and forth, do the undersides of your upper arms jiggle? Those bits of flab, colloquially known as "bat wings," can show up on any woman's body as she gets older, especially if she is carrying a bit of extra weight. Learn More
