Abnormal Treadmill

[fyrfytr]

Hi Johnny,
Glad to hear that things went better today. Will be waiting to hear what your Dr. has to say. You are still in my thoughts and prayers.
Have A Great Week!

Dave
_____________________________
Surgery: 4/21/03
Aortic Aneurysm Repair
AVR, with a St. Jude Mechanical
Heart Center of the Rockies

 

[Nancy]

Keeping my fingers crossed for you, Johnny.

 

[Luc]

Very nice to learn that your BP did not drop this time, and that the heart target was meet, now let try not to worry to much about the results and let be thankful that you are being followed carefully so any concerns will be adressed in time. Since I actually run with you this morning (well at least mentally) I will also await the results later this week so let us known and in the meantime do not fret to know my friend.

 

[Ross]

If it's a good report, can I use it for mine?

Heck I just ran the vacuum cleaner around the livingroom and I had to stop 6 times to catch my breath and was sweating like a pig. I get the feeling I'm going to have to hire someone to do this stuff soon.

Glad to hear it went better this time. Now lets see what the Doc says.

 

[Johnny Stephens]

Well, it wasn't presented with lots of hooplah, but I heard back from my doctor (through one of his assistants) that the stress-echo result came back "just fine" with no sign or suggestion of ischemia (lack of blood flow to the heart itself). I was a bit surprised to see them looking for this, but I also appreciate his thourough attention to it.

Next step is to meet with the staff of the 2nd of 2 fitness program's I'm considering. My employer will pay for it if I stick with it for several months, but if I flake out, I get to foot the whole bill.

Anyway, just wanted to tie the treadmill thing off, since it looks like I'm just REALLY out of shape.

Thanks to all for your kind reassurances.

 

[fyrfytr]

Hey Johnny,
Glad to hear your treadmill turned out OK.

You might want to check with your hospital where you had your cardiac rehab, they might let you workout there for a small fee. Here it is $15.00 per month. A lot less than a gym. Don't know if they all do this.

Take Care.

Dave
____________________________
Surgery: 4/21/03
Aortic Aneurysm Repair
AVR, with a St. Jude Mechanical

 

[Nancy]

Good for Johnny-

Sounds like you'll get a green light. Hope when you start the fitness program, they'll be kind to you.

Joe got a treadmill a couple of years ago, and he was still in pretty bad shape. In comes this tall, enormous football player, weighing about 300 pounds of SOLID muscle, who probably carried the darn thing on his back down the stairs with one hand tied behind him.

He got it set up and was going to have us try it out, while he explained the different settings. Joe was too weak, so I had to do it. I got on and he immediately started criticizing style, "chin up, don't look at the track, feet straight" he barked. I said, "Hey, wait a minute, this is ole granny you got here, be kind"

 

[Gisele]

Glad to hear your good news

Glad to hear your good news

OK Johnny, so now you can hit the gym. Don't push yourself too hard though. The first few weeks might be tough, but once you get used to it you will feel so good!

I can't wait to go back to the gym..........I miss it. I know the longer I stay away the harder it will be to get back into it. Right now my gym membership has a hold on it so that they are not charging me while I am out sick.

Now follow the motto "just do it"....................

 

[bvdr]

Johnny,

I was pretty bummed out too when they measured me and then did the fat percentage and stuff before cardiac rehab. I didn't think it would bother me so much since I knew I had been inactive for a long time but it still did. I figure it can only go up from here and sounds like the same for you.

I bet that a few months from now we will compare notes and both be in better places.

I really am glad that your treadmill didn't show ischemia.

 

[Christina L]

Johnny,

I didn't even see these posts until today - where have I been?

After reading your posts and all others, I didn't have one iota of worry about you!! Because, I feel I know instinctively what is wrong - like all on the board have told you already - lack of exercise and the beta blockers. I was on beta blockers in my early 20s for tachycardia and I remember how tired I was all the time - beta blockers suppress your cardiac output, so it only stands to reason the results of the first treadmill. Your heart wasn't being "allowed" to work as it should.

The cardiologist saying that all is fine is just what it means - all is okay.

Just get to walking and don't overdo it!! They say the best exercise is moderate exercise - and enjoying it while you are doing it!!

Chris

 

[Kim]

Great news Johnny! I know you are relieved to finally hear from your doctor. Now you can offically relax.

 

[Peggy in Alaska]

Cardiac Rehab.

Cardiac Rehab.

I've gained weight since my endurance level keeps decreasing. From all that I have read on this site, I can't wait for cardiac. rehab! Let me know how you do. It has been so long since I've felt "in shape".

 

[ALCapshaw2]

Glad to hear the good news Johnny.

One more suggestion from a "voice of experience":

VARY your exercise routine, i.e. use the different machines
(so as not to 'overdo' any muscle group)
such as the treadmill, bicycle, 'arm cycle' (forward and back)
(I loved the Schwinn Airdyne as my conditioning improved)
stepper, and ellyptic walker (skis that move up and down a ramp).

The ellyptic walker will REALLY give you a good workout but takes some getting used to. It works those muscles that don't seem to get enough regular exercise and they can get pretty sore at first. I would do only a few minutes per session on that machine. The ladies who would come in and do 30 minutes or more just blew my mind!

One cautionary note: After walking my street for several months, I started getting leg and hip pains, presumably from the impact of walking on a hard surface. I found that push mowing my yard for 45 to 90 minutes at a time (2 acres worth) was less stressful on my joints. A good pair of walking shoes with built in gel packs or equivalent is a must.

Remember, slow and steady wins the (long distance) race.

'AL'

 

[ccrawford]

Johnny - Glad your tests came out positive. Another perspective on the rehab. I participated in a rehab program for only about three weeks/three days per week and I did this by design. I wanted the staff to monitor me and advise me as much as possible so I would get comfortable with the whole routine and then be able to do it myself. They knew this going into the program. I now walk at least two miles before breakfast every day (I feel deprived if I don't get my walk) I walk at a fast pace (even jogged a little this morning) and it feels absolutely great. My three dogs accompany me on the walk and they have the routine down pat too !! When out Indiana weather turns really nasty, I'll move the program to the basement where I'll alternate between a Trek bike trainer and a treadmill - I'll probably hook up a 2nd tv to the satellite service to keep entertained with the news as I exercise. Exercise has been a key part in my weight loss - I'm within five pounds of my target having lost 35 pounds, and have not really felt food deprived. I'm on Toprol, but it has not seemed to affect my exercise. Good luck - you'll love it. Chris

 

[Nan]

Hi Johny, that was such good news about the stress echo. CONGRATULATIONS! Go for the program your job pays for......you can do it! Even if you start slow, so long as you stick with it it's OK right? Good for you!

 

[sylviayasgur]

hi johnny!
i haven't been on in a few days, but i'm thrilled to hear all went well and that you will [slowly] be getting into shape.
you will feel so much better! it's amazing what those endorphins can do!!
be well, sylvia

 

[EVELYN]

Hi John
Glad to hear the good results.....boy will you be doing alot of walking now....better go out and get a new pair of NIKE's. Seriously, glad all was fine. STAY WELL and NO MORE SCARES.

Evelyn