Advice for Exercise After Breast Augmentation?

Recovery from surgery is simple. The body will let you know when it is ready for activity. This is not the time for no pain no gain. Here in Miami I get my share of patients that "need" to work out. My experience has been that after two weeks it should be ok to spin. Maybe not position 3, but one or two will get you all the cardio you need. Any earlier, you can try just walking. The metabolic rate rises when the body undergoes a surgical procedure, so for a few weeks you will... more

See video below by clicking "Exercise after breast augmentation or enlargement." Exercise can be performed but only under the strict supervision of your physician. In fact we highly advise that certain exercises be performed immediately to lessen post-operative pain and discomfort. Discuss your concerns with your surgeon see video

Thank you for the question. The first week after surgery, most patients do not feel "up to" working out. Usually, 2-3 weeks after breast surgery, some patients start with lower body exercising. I recommend no upper body workouts until everything has healed and the breast implants have settled. Communicate with your surgeon and follow his/her instructions. Best Wishes!

Believe it or not, many physical activities that do not seem to involve the upper body do require upper body strength and movement. It is important to discuss these concerns with your surgeon prior to the surgery to receive your physician’s recommendations. Breast augmentation surgery often involves an incision under the breast along the crease between the breast and the rib cage. Cycling often involves supporting yourself with your upper body and a forward-leaning position that can... more

One can be back doing routine excercise within 2-3 weeks after breast augmentation. In primary breast augmentation, I recommend not to get your heart rate above 100 for the first 2 weeks. After that, one can resume most activities by 3-4 weeks.

As every surgeon has noted here, always follow your surgeons recommendations.  That being said, many of us have different protocols based on our training and past experiences.....activities that we have seen that increase the possibility of risks or less than ideal results.  For example, I have seen a hematoma (blood accumulation) occur as late as 7 days post op, so I request that my patients do only "very light" activities for the first week ("hanging... more

You should follow the recommendations of your surgeon on this one--my patients only get to walk--meaning not increase heart rate for 4 weeks and then gently return to full activity at 6-8 weeks. Missing this time in the gym is only for your safety. And the complications that arise from doing too much too soon only keep you out of the gym longer. Please seek the guidance of your surgeon as you heal, good luck.

The other doctors that were before me seem to have it down... follow your doctor's orders. If you want to have the best Aesthetic results possible you need to follow instructions. It is tough when we have a routine in life and we have to deviate from that but it can be done. If this is worth it to you, follow the instructions. You are making a huge investment in your body. Good Luck!

Hello, Do you notice a pattern in the answers here? Although I feel you that not working out sucks for those of us who regularly do so, you need to take it easy after your surgery to reduce the chances of things going wrong.

The bottom line here is you need to follow your doctor's orders.  If you have been told to refrain from exercise for three weeks and cannot adhere to that request then you should not have the surgery.  Your surgeon is trying to do his or her best for you.  Your part in this agreement is to...

Believe it or not, Implants can be affected by all sorts of activities. Consult with your surgeon about your exercise schedule. A stationary bike does work your stomach and could mess with your new breasts. One good exercise for you would be simple but effective leg lifts. Lay flat on your back, keep your leg straight and let it rest about six inches off the ground for 15-20 seconds. Then pull your knee into your body and see how high you can kick up with out bending your knee. Then switch.... more