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Andy Teelposted a journal

552 days ago

First post-op short run... followed by 2 miles of brisk walking.

I felt like a noob the whole way but it was good to test it out.

I felt like ...Read more

First post-op short run... followed by 2 miles of brisk walking.

I felt like a noob the whole way but it was good to test it out.

I felt like it was harder to manage my breathing today than before the surgery but I'm only 5 weeks post-op. I know I need to pace myself. I didn't really spend time stretching out before which I know was part of my sluggishness but I was too excited to be released to push myself a little harder than the brisk walks.

Anyway, just putting this out there...

Grace & Peace

Allen Carkner Nice to hear you're able to jog a bit. Try not to over do it and just push it to the point rehab or d ... Read more

Allen Carkner Nice to hear you're able to jog a bit. Try not to over do it and just push it to the point rehab or doctor suggests especially early on.

Grace Mason I would be happy to feel like a noob everyday if I could run a mile with that time

Rose Madura Way to go Andy. You are doing great! I'm not sure what a noob is by I'm probably one.

Andrew Dial Keep pushin!

Klara Čičić Take it easy Andy, your body is still healing. It is hard to find a nice balance between testing your ... Read more

Klara Čičić Take it easy Andy, your body is still healing. It is hard to find a nice balance between testing yourself and pushing too hard. Just be careful. You are doing great. Things will improve with time.

Pamela Gregory Impressive Andy, but definitely take it easy. So glad you are feeling so good!

Shelly Hubbard Wow that is amazing but be careful!

Andy Teel So yeah, I did start back a little too early and I have listened to you all and you good advice to ta ... Read more

Andy Teel So yeah, I did start back a little too early and I have listened to you all and you good advice to take it a bit slower. I was not recommended to Cardiac Rehab for a few reasons so the timelines on getting back to running were a bit blurry. I will have a better understanding tomorrow. I meet with my Cardiologist and have a Echo scheduled as well...

Thank you all for the wise words.
Grace & Peace

Andy Teelposted an update

586 days ago

Grace Mason , Susan Lynn, Rose Madura and 3 others reacted to this

Am I right or am I right? :)

Susan Lynn Who would ever think there's spirometer humor?? Very funny, Andy!

Andy Teel

Richard Munson Spirometer humor, love it.

Marie Myers So true!!

Klara Čičić Hahaha good one

Pamela Gregory

Andy Teelposted an update

586 days ago

Kimberly Eisenhut, Ryan Born, Donna Casaletto and 1 other reacted to this

It was a tough 36 hours but the staff here took really good care of me. Life gets exponentially better after the chest tube comes out. Every thing was a success ...Read more

It was a tough 36 hours but the staff here took really good care of me. Life gets exponentially better after the chest tube comes out. Every thing was a success and looks like I may be going home today! Thank you all for the kind support. Now time to fully recover.

Jason Hyrup You look good Andy. I hope you go home soon. I wouldnt rush it if i was you. My surgery is on May 19t ... Read more

Jason Hyrup You look good Andy. I hope you go home soon. I wouldnt rush it if i was you. My surgery is on May 19th at 7:30 am and i'm not looking foward to it. I'm really scared... But your story is helping. I hope i do as well as you. Keep me updated

Grace Mason Woot woot! Great news Andy

Susan Lynn Yeah, Andy! You did it!! Looking good!

Valerie Allen Looking very good! So glad it went well!

Andy Teel You got this Jason. The surgery you never even knew it happened aside from waking up with all the thi ... Read more

Andy Teel You got this Jason. The surgery you never even knew it happened aside from waking up with all the things stuck to you. The chest tube for minimal is the toughest thing I dealt with… I had to work with the staff to get the pain under control but we got there. And after a couple of days it comes out and you feel much improved. Now I have to take it slow and let my body heal.

Andy Teel Thank you all

Rose Madura Congratulations Andy. Now's the time to listen to your body; nap whenever you want and walk. Walking ... Read more

Rose Madura Congratulations Andy. Now's the time to listen to your body; nap whenever you want and walk. Walking is very good for you! Godspeed.

Ana Brusso You look great Andy. Congratulations on your long and successful surgery. Now on to recovery. Continu ... Read more

Ana Brusso You look great Andy. Congratulations on your long and successful surgery. Now on to recovery. Continued good health and God bless you 🙏❤️

Klara Čičić Yay Andy! Agree about the chest tubes. It was agonizing. You are doing great!

Donna Casaletto Looking great 😌 👏

Pamela Gregory You look great Andy! Going home is wonderful. I'm so glad you are on the other side of surgery and b... Read more

Pamela Gregory You look great Andy! Going home is wonderful. I'm so glad you are on the other side of surgery and begging your healing. Take it easy and listen to your body

Andy Teelposted an update

593 days ago

Kimberly Eisenhut reacted to this

It’s getting real… Tuesday is around the corner.

Marie Myers Seeing your name at the top of the Upcoming Surgery List really brings it home… Wishing you a smoot ... Read more

Marie Myers Seeing your name at the top of the Upcoming Surgery List really brings it home… Wishing you a smooth journey!

Janet Roberson It's a scary thought because the outcome is unsure. Of course, if you drive to the store the outcome ... Read more

Janet Roberson It's a scary thought because the outcome is unsure. Of course, if you drive to the store the outcome of the trip is unsure, too! Just know that you are doing the right thing and getting surgery done before your symptoms increase. Best of luck!

Rose Madura Godspeed. Please keep us posted.

Grace Mason That does bring some perspective..prayers for your team and you on Tuesday.

Valerie Allen Best wishes and prayers being sent your way!

Pamela Gregory Yes, seeing your name on the right side of this site was shocking even though I knew it was going to... Read more

Pamela Gregory Yes, seeing your name on the right side of this site was shocking even though I knew it was going to happen, checking into the hospital, and lots of other things. As Janet said, this surgery will save your life! It is scary but the odds are definitely in your favor for a great outcome. Sending my best thoughts and prayers to you for peacefulness, a smooth surgery, and an uneventful recovery

Andy Teel Thank you friends. Now my heart is enlarged in a good way… (dad joke)