Exercise is important for being prepared for surgery.
People who are more fit have been shown to do better after surgery with shorter recovery times.
We recommend regular aerobic activities AND strengthening exercises to help prepare and condition your body for surgery.
Schedule times to exercise with any combination of the exercises suggested here or some of your own.
Inviting a friend to participate is a great way to stay motivated and on track to be better prepared for surgery!
Resistance Band Exercises
Resistance bands are affordable versatile tools that can be used to exercise multiple different parts of the body. Below are examples of resistance band exercises you can use before surgery. Three sets of 8 repititions is a good place to begin, but it can be modified to meet your needs.
| Exercise | Body part worked | Example videos |
|---|---|---|
| Band Pull Apart | Shoulders and Upper Back | Example Video |
| Triceps Extension | Back of arms | Example Video |
| Forward Punches | Under armpits | Example Video |
| Biceps Curl | Front of Arms | Example Video |
| Shoulder Raise | Shoulders | Example Video |
| Bend over Row | Shoulders and Upper Back | Example Video |
| Chair stands | Legs and Buttocks | Example Video |
| Toe Points | Calves | Example Video |
| Leg Press | Legs and Buttocks | Example Video |
| Side-to-side Steps | Calves and Buttocks | Example Video |
