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    How can I lose weight after a hip replacement?

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    I am 55 years old and recently had a hip replacement. Since the operation I have gained weight and my fitness has suffered drastically as I find any exercise with too much impact, even walking, causes my hip to ache. I believe that my diet is well balanced and healthy and that my weight gain is due more to lack of exercise than food. Can you suggest a form of exercise that would allow me to get fit and burn calories without the impact?
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    Arlene Normand

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    Arlene is a registered practising dietitian, with a private practice in the Eastern Suburbs of Sydney, and has built a strong business over the last … View Profile

    It is important that you control your weight to prevent extra stress on you hip. I suggest you consult a dietitian about your diet as you might be consuming healthy food, but eating too much of it. Due to your inactivity, the volume you are eating is important. Often we get used to a certain diet and we assume that our normal diet is correct, but it may not be suitable for you at this stage of your life. Exercise is good for your muscle strength and your emotional well being. Water aerobics or spinning are good alternatives to walking as they do not put any strain on the hip. There are numerous indoor pools which hold water aerobics classes and gyms that have spin classes or stationary bikes.

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    Anna-Louise Moule

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    I am an Accredited Exercise Physiologist specialising in the management of chronic conditions through exercise and lifestyle management. I completed my undergraduate studies in Exercise … View Profile

    Starting with a strengthening program for your hip and lower body will be an important part of getting you back on track and allow you to be able to do more exercise wise. As Arlene has said look at low impact exercises such as cycling or swimming where you can still get your heart rate up without excess load on your hip. Consulting an Exercise Phsyiologist is a good way to start with an individualised exercise program that will be safe and effective.

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    Melanie McGrice

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    Melanie McGrice is an Advanced Accredited Practising Dietitian, one of the few dietitians in Australia to achieve that status. Her success has made her an … View Profile

    The others have made some great recommendations for you about types of exercise that you can consider.  I'd just like to add that as you may not be able to rely on exercise as much as usual, your kilojoule intake is going to be crucial for you! 

    We've had some really great results with clients who've had hip replacements by working with them on their portion sizes.  You may even need to do some kilojoule counting for a week or two just to help you get your kilojoule intake back in sync with the amount of kilojoules that you're burning.  A dietitian can calculate your kilojoule needs for you (based on your height, weight, physical activity, age etc).

    I hope this helps!

    Melanie
    www.health-kick.com.au

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