When to start basic cardio exercises after breast augmentation?

Hi! 1)  We aim for very quick recovery after breast augmentation.  In our Manhattan practice, I would tell  someone like you to exercise freely after one week but to avoid pressure on your chest for two weeks. 2)  Other surgeons have different techniques and different protocols. ... more

You can resume low impact cardio exercise about 3-4 days after breast augmentation.  Elliptical machine, stationery bike(spinning), stair machine are all reasonable devices to try as there will be little impact and pain associated with these activities. Do not use your arms at all on the elliptical... more

I recommend no exercise for 3 days. Then avoid exercises which directly require the upper extremities and avoid bouncing for three weeks. Yes to spinning, leg exercises in machines, walking (inclined) some of the elipses. No to jogging, horses, motorcycles or step class.

The hardest thing for most of my patients to do is first, find a time when they can slow down long enough to have the procedure and recover, and second, give up exercise while they heal. For those of us who love to work out, it's incredibly difficult to put your training regimen on the back burner immediately... more

Thanks for the question. While there is no right or wrong answer as to when you may resume heavy exercise following breast augmentation, I recommend that my patients refrain from upper body exercise for a period of no less than 4 weeks. My patients are generally allowed to resume low-impact cardio with 2... more

 As an avid "spinner" i can relate to your desire to keep it up and stick with your routine. Not knowing the details of your surgical plan i cannot give you specifics. please check with your surgeon.  I can tell you i have had patients that are back to vigorous cardio in 2-3 days after... more