Does anyone do core exercises? I have a permanent ileostomy and do some exercises.
Hermit
Aug 18, 2023 5:22 pm
Ben38
Aug 18, 2023 7:14 pm
Yes, it's the best thing we can do in the fight against developing hernias. I know I have a hernia myself now, but it did take me over 30 years to get one.
The latest thinking is that even if you have a hernia, you should still do core exercises, as it might slow down or even prevent the hernia from getting any bigger.
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TerryLT
Aug 18, 2023 9:13 pm
Yes, I do core exercises and have been since the early days. I like to think it has protected me from a possible hernia. Planks are good, and gentle leg lifts, one leg at a time, no crunches. There are specific exercises for ostomates; if you Google it, you will even find some videos.
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Dharms
Aug 19, 2023 9:21 pm
Hi,
Some good videos below on stoma exercises:
Ostomy exercises for beginners
https://youtu.be/W27qj15Ru7I
Post-op stoma workshop / exercises
https://youtu.be/x5SqFVexly0
Hope it's useful.
gentlejohn
Aug 22, 2023 1:42 pm
Yes, I still do core exercises. I have been cautioned against doing planks and sit-ups. There are a lot of exercises that also help.
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gentlejohn
Nov 29, 2023 1:30 am
The Phoenix Magazine has Part 1 and Part 2 Core Strengthening in the Fall and Winter 2023.
Fall 2023 issue despite what the URL says:
https://phoenixuoaa.org/instant-digital-access/fall-2020/spring-2021/summer-2021/fall-2021/
Winter 2023:
https://phoenixuoaa.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Winter_2023_Web.pdf
1965changedlife!!
Jul 23, 2025 2:03 am
That was a good question. I've been looking to see if there are core exercises I can do.
I just had hernia repair 2 months ago, and my stoma was moved to my left side. I have an ileostomy; I have had it since I was 12. This is my 4th stoma. I'm recovering well, building my strength back. I walk as much as I can and go up and down my 2 flights of stairs in my apartment building. Have a good night!