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Can I Run my 1st Marathon 10 Mos After BA Surgery?

asked 4 months ago by ajmm72 in Naperville, IL
Latest answer by David Bogue, MD
Question viewed 192 times
Tags: 10 months post-op, 350-399cc, high profile, running

I had 350cc high profile implants put in Nov 2011. I'd like to run my 1st marathon in Oct 2011. I've already started running again, 4- 5 miles at a time with no pain. I want to make sure that training for and running a marathon will not cause any problems with my new breasts (i.e. sagging or changes in shape). I am 90 days post-op and my implants have not quite dropped to where they need to be.

16 answers to Can I Run my 1st Marathon 10 Mos After BA Surgery?

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Exercise and running after a breast augmentation.

By 10 months, you should certainly be at full activity level with no restrictions - and yes, this includes your first marathon! Gradual increase in activity is the key.
David Bogue, MD

Boca Raton Plastic Surgeon
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Marathon running after a breast augmentation

I advise all my breast augmentation patients that after a reasonable amount of of time there are no restrictions to any physical activity that they would normally do. In your case, marathon after 10 month should not affect your final outcome of your surgery.
Boris M. Ackerman, MD

Newport Beach Plastic Surgeon
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Running after Augmentation

There should be no issues with you running 10 months post-op. I tell all my patients to always wear good support. Implants don't defy gravity. Good luck on your marathon!
Jeffrey Hartog, MD

Orlando Plastic Surgeon
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Running a marathon 10 months after breast augmentation

There should be no issues related to breast augmentation and running a marathon 10 months postoperatively. Do wear a supportive sports bra.
Steven Turkeltaub, MD

Scottsdale Plastic Surgeon

www.turkeltaub.com

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No restrictions 10 months after breast augmentation

There is no reason to fear almost any athletic endeavor this long after surgery. a good sports bra is probably a good idea. best of luck and have fun!
Bruce K. Barach, MD

Schenectady Plastic Surgeon

drbarach.com

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Can I Run my 1st Marathon 10 Mos After BA Surgery?

There is very little to worry about 10 months after breast augmentation surgery. When resuming physical activity after breast augmentation surgery, remember to start out slowly and gradually increase your physical activity. It’s also important to wear an appropriately sized sports bra during your runs to give you the support you need.
Michael Zarrabi, MD

Los Angeles Plastic Surgeon
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Marathon run 11 months after breast augmentation

You should be fine 11 months out - assuming marathon in October 2012? Not 2011? Are the implants under the muscle? Saline vs. Silicone? I would say submuscular saline would be most at risk, but low risk at any rate. Wear a really supportive athletic bra, maybe two!
Michele A. Shermak, MD

Baltimore Plastic Surgeon

www.drshermak.com

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Breast Augmentation

I usually tell my patients they can start doing cardio about 2 1/2 to 3 weeks after surgery . 10 months out you should be able to do anything you want.
David E. Kim, MD

Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon
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Running following breast augmentation

No worries. You are definitely far enough out to do any activity you want to do assuming you have no ongoing healing problems. I do agree with the other comments. You probably aren't likely to see much more descent of your implants at this point and you may want to revisit your plastic surgeon for an exam to get their opinion on that issue. Good luck in the race!
Jennifer Lauren Crawford, MD

Austin Plastic Surgeon
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Marathons after breast implants

You are well out from your augmentation, and with a 'base' you will be ready for the 18 weeks necessary to prepare for the Chicago Marathon (registration is open). It is hard to say why your implants have not 'dropped' by 90 days. I hope as well that as a runner the high profile was for you. You might find out at mile 16. Best of luck, peterejohnsonmd.com
Peter E. Johnson, MD

Chicago Plastic Surgeon

www.peterejohnsonmd.com

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Marathon 10 Months After Augmentation Shouldn't Be Problem

There should not be any problems for you to run a marathon that far out from your augmentation mammoplasty. Three months is a bit long to see further descent of your implants, on the other hand. If you are able to run 4-5 miles now without creating any concerns, press on with your training.
John Whitt, MD

Louisville Plastic Surgeon
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Marathon should be fine

At this point, i do not see a reason not to run the marathon. wear a supportive bra especially since you're going to be training pretty heavily. otherwise go for it! it may take some time for the implants to drop and the swelling to go down. be patient.
Eric Chang, MD

Baltimore Plastic Surgeon

www.columbiaaesthetic.com

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Running post BA

You should be able to run as you wish at this stage post your breast augmentation. Wile training, you may wish to start by wearing two sports bras to give you some extra support, until you are comfortable and then go to one sports bra.
Todd C. Case, MD

Tucson Plastic Surgeon
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Marathon After Breast Augmentation Surgery?

Thank you for the question. Training for and running a marathon in October of 2012 should not cause any problems with your “new breasts”. Make sure you are using a well fitted sports bra. Good luck!
Tom J. Pousti, MD

San Diego Plastic Surgeon

www.poustiplasticsurgery.com

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Running Marathons and Breast Implants

Dear Ajmm72, Given that you are two months out from your breast augmentation surgery, you should be able to return to your normal exercise and running program. The most important thing to remember about how to minimize the impact of running on your breasts is a well-fitted running bra. These bras are best purchased from a running store, not just the average sporting goods chain store, where a trained running bra fitter can precisely fit your breast size. Also, remember... more
Herluf G. Lund, Jr, MD

Saint Louis Plastic Surgeon
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Marathon after BA

I don't think it should be any problem for you to start training now and then to run the marathon. Quite honestly, if you are hoping that your implants will still drop just a bit more, the running may help. BUT, certainly check with your surgeon FIRST.Good luck on the race.
Ronald Schuster, MD

Baltimore Plastic Surgeon

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