Understanding the Capacity for Exercise in Post-Bariatric Patients

The aim of this study is to conduct a pilot randomized trial testing an exercise program specifically adapted for post-bariatric patients. A total of 51 post-bariatric patients, 6–24 months post-surgery, were randomly assigned to usual care control (n = 25) or the exercise intervention (n = 26). The intervention included twice weekly 60-min group exercise classes with functional strength, flexibility, and aerobic activities; at least 3 days per...