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Originally Posted by FAX

I thought I'd stick this request for additional information here so as to not create another stupid thread.

It turns out that I have Spondylolisthesis. This is a condition of the lower spine in which the vertebrae slips way out of position. It comes in several "grades" and I am a grade 3. Anyhow, I am scheduled for back surgery in early May at which time I will have some metal stuff drilled into and attached to my spine to take the pressure off and provide some relief from the ouchies.

My question is this ... I need to develop some significant strength in my core. I'm not in bad shape, but if my core is well developed, the surgery will be easier and the recovery faster. I don't belong to a club and am disinterested in joining one at the moment, so I'm looking for exercises I can use at home. I have a nice set of free weights as well as some basic exercise gear (bike, treadmill, etc.).

Any ideas you crazy peeps can provide would be most appreciated.

FAX

http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/core-strength/SM00046

http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/core-strength/SM00047