Evaluation of an exercise programme for post-bariatric surgery patients: views of participants.

D L GillKimberley S FasczewskiE J ReifsteckS M RothbergerP G Davis

Published in: Obesity science & practice (2018)

Participants saw many benefits to the exercise programme, and those benefits reflected lifestyle changes rather than a focus on weight. Programme structure, accountability and the support of the group were facilitators to exercise. Participants cited few barriers. However, the lack of plans for continued exercise suggested the need for a transition phase to help participants continue an active lifestyle after the 12-week structured programme.

Keyphrases

physical activity
high intensity
weight loss
bariatric surgery
study protocol
resistance training
metabolic syndrome
end stage renal disease
cardiovascular disease
newly diagnosed
ejection fraction
body mass index
clinical trial
peritoneal dialysis
obese patients
body composition
patient reported