How Long After Tummy Tuck and Liposuction Can I Run?

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Latest answer by Otto Joseph Placik, MD
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I had Tummy tuck and Liposuction. I am two weeks post-op, abdominoplasty and liposuction around my hips. My current weight is 129. I am a 35 year old wowan.

5 answers to How Long After Tummy Tuck and Liposuction Can I Run?

Running after a tummy tuck.

In most instances, my general rule is that you are allowed miles per hour on a treadmill that is equal to the number of weeks after surgery. For example at 1 week, 1 mile/hr; at 2 weeks, 2 miles/hr; at 3 weeks, 3miles/hr, etc. This is a rough guideline and of course, you should consult with your surgeon first. see video

Otto Joseph Placik, MD
Chicago Plastic Surgeon

Running after a tummy tuck with liposuction

Tummy tucks are a very popular and effective way to contour the abdomen. Patients undergoing this procedure should understand that there is a significant recovery process afterwards. In our practice, we encourage patients to begin walking in yearly after the surgery. This aerobic exercise will help open up their lungs, prevent some fevers, increase their appetite, and help them return and feel back to normal. However, rigorous exercise such as running, going to the gym, or working with... more

B. Pat Pazmino, MD
Miami Plastic Surgeon

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Working out after a tummy tuck

I usually allow patients to go back to light exercise by 3-4 weeks. I tell them to hold off on sit-ups or heavy lifitng for 6-8 weeks. This is under ideal circumstances.

Steven Wallach, MD
Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Return to exercise after tummy tuck

I usually recommend waiting at least one month, and then slowly resuming exercise. It may take 2-3 months before you are back to your pre-operative routine. Of course, you should listen to your body as well -- if anything feels unusual or painful, do not continue without consulting with your doctor.

Nirav Savalia, MD
Orange County Plastic Surgeon

Light workout okay at 6-8 weeks

I tell my patients to start light workout at 6 weeks. Running will come later and varies depending on the recovery , the healing of the incision and the general health status.

Hisham Seify, MD, PhD
Los Angeles Plastic Surgeon

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