So we're about 10 weeks post op. Three weeks ago I returned to the gym (gently). Pre op I was going 5 times a week. Right now I'm up to 4 times a week: 2 sessions with the best trainer in the world @ 24 Fitness, 1 hour long spin class, 1 intense cardio/weight lifting class. All I have to add is one more spin & I'll be back to normal. I kept eating healthy the whole time I was down so didn't even gain a pound! The biggest surprise is the 8 inch scar on my chest - it is TINY and smooth, there are even a couple of places where you can't see the scar at all. I'll get David to take a picture so I can show it off. The doc took me off the blood pressure meds last week so I'm only on 1 aspirin, 1 atenolol (keeps my pulse rate down) and my blood thinner (for life).
I had a little pericarditis (fluid around the heart-very common post surgery) 3 weeks ago & had to spend the night in the hospital. Other than that I feel GREAT. Back to work 100%, back to driving 100%.
What a wild journey this has been!
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