When to Resume Exercising After Lipo and Brazilian Butt Lift?

Hi there- It is very important that you ask your surgeon this question, because the answer will depend on details only you and he/she understand, such as what type of exercise are we talking about, how the surgery was performed (we all have our techniques and know what works to give our patients the best outcomes, but it might be different from one surgeon to another), and your postoperative course to date.

In general, I would conservatively wait two weeks to resume exercise after any surgical procedure including liposuction as a safety measure to minimize any risk of bleeding postoperatively. Adding fat transfer to the buttock (Brazilian butt lift) to the procedures would not lengthen this time of you being unable to exercise. I have found it very helpful (and motivating) for patients to get back into the gym at 2 weeks. I tell them they may not yet be "100 percent" but to listen... more

It is best that you discuss this with your surgeon. However, my general rule is that you can resume treadmill activity with a MPH that is equal to your week of recovery i.e. Week 1 = 1MPH, Week 2 = 2MPH, etc. Talk about your activity level with your surgeon, he/she is in the best position to guide you.

Hi. The fat grafts will have acquired their new blood supply after three weeks.  So now no restrictions.

Avoid exercises which directly stress the area of your surgery for a full four to six weeks. After this period, cardiovascular activities, such as riding a stationary bicycle or brisk walking, can be initiated. Avoid heavy lift, contact sports, and jogging for up to six weeks.

Resuming regular mild activity after surgery is desirable and prevents unwanted complications. As for exercise and heavy activity, that would depend on your healing and your surgeon's advice. Ask your surgeon when he / she recommends resuming heavy activity. Remember you are recovering from Brazilian Buttock enhancement and multiple areas of liposuction. You will be in discomfort for two weeks.

I agree with Dr Placik. The best answer is to discuss this with your surgeon. Whatever works for his patients for how he performs this procedure is the best routine to follow.   My routine works great for my patients, but may not be right for your surgeon's routine.