Just to be clear did you have a J pouch or k pouch? There is a difference relative to the amount of core exercises that are advised post up. with the J pouch I had no restrictions and did considerable amount of core exercises. I recently had a k pouch revision and was told to lay off the core exercises for six months And only do gentle yoga – – whatever that is I never figured out. If I’m going to remain functional I need to use my core and the physical therapy I’m involved in for my back and other problems involves core exercises. So I do them. i do yoga
I do wear an abdominal support when exercise and maintenance work on the house. The doctor gave me one that was eight or 9 inches tall, which didn’t work for variety reasons. I got one that is 4- 5 inches, I cinch it in a bit at the waist and it is very helpful/supportive.
Start slowly, monitor how you feel and go from there. You know your body better than the doctor does – – right?