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Swelling Has Increased After Stopping Compression and Resuming Exercise. What to Do? 22 answers

6 weeks PO from Full Tummy Tuck with waist lipo. Was advised to stop wearing compression at 6 wks PO and allowed to start running for exercise. Within...

Exercise After Tummy Tuck Surgery 20 answers

How long after tummy tuck do I have to wait before I can start doing strenuous exercises (such as sit ups, crunches, weight lifting)?

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Strengthen Abdominal Muscles Before Tummy Tuck? 20 answers

Is it better to strengthen your stomach muscles prior to having a tummy tuck, or should you wait until after the surgery?

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Yoga Restrictions After Tummy Tuck? 16 answers

Will There Be Any Yoga Pose Restrictions (Beyond the 4-6 Wk Recovery) After a Full Tummy Tuck? ...

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Exercise Before Tummy Tuck ? Yes Or No ? 15 answers

Exercise Before Tummy Tuck ? Sit ups / Crunches etc Yes Or No ? Is Surgery more Difficult to perform ? Thank You

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How Are the Muscles Tightened in a Tummy Tuck? 14 answers

After the tummy tuck, will my muscles respond to exercise better?

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Do I Need a Tummy Tuck? 13 answers

I gained 50 lbs when i was pregnant and i lost it all fairly quickly in about 2 and a half months so it made my skin look all pruney if i suckd in my...

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How to Convince Insurance Company to Cover Tummy Tuck? 12 answers

I went to see about a tummy tuck and the doctor said I was a good candidate to have it done. As soon as she heard of my insurance, she said no they do...

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Exercise to Improve Tummy Tuck Results? 12 answers

I had a tummy tuck last year in August but my stomach is not as flat as I wanted it. My question is: if I go to the gym and work out, can I get a...

1 year post-op after belly flatten working out workout

Does Exercise Help with Swelling? 12 answers

I have had a tummy tuck with lipo of my back. I know it will be a few month before my swelling goes does down, but I would like to know if when i...

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How Long After a TT Can You Swim Without Risk of Infection? 12 answers

I have a TT, with lipo, and hernia repair scheduled for the first week of June. Will I be able to swim in the ocean on a vacation 8 weeks later, or...

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Tummy Tuck vs. Exercise for Hanging Skin 12 answers

Through diet and exercise, I have lost about 65-70lbs. I feel as though almost everything on my body has improved dramatically with the exception of...

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Any Chance I Could Get my Tummy Flatter Through Exercise? 12 answers

Im terrified of the healing process after a tt where others are saying swelling lasts up to 2 yrs in some and then theres necrosis seromas etc i hate...

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Running After Tummy Tuck? 11 answers

I will begin training for my third marathon on the first week of February. However, I am scheduled to have a tummy tuck on January 12. Is that range...

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Tummy Tuck or Exercise More? 11 answers

I had a pituitary adenoma and gained weight very quickly. I have been exercising-- and am 5'6 at 220. it seems the bulk of everything is...

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Can I Exercise 6 Weeks After Tummy Tuck? 11 answers

I Will Be 6 Weeks Post Op (FTT, Lipo of the Flanks, BA, BL) Next Week What Excercise Are Recommended? I use to go to the gym 5-6 times a week &...

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WIll Exercise Further Damage Ab Muscles if They Are Seperated? 10 answers

I previously had extremely tight ab muscles so I think damage to my ab muscles has occured after my second child's birth (c-section, 9 lbs./11oz...

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Is There a Cut-off Age for Tummy Tuck? 10 answers

I am 61 years old and considering a full abdominoplasty fairly soon. Is there an age cut off for this type of surgery? I am in excellent health and...

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Yoga, Vinyasa, Hot, Hatha After Tummy Tuck 10 answers

These activities involve floor and standing stretches are they safe to do after a tummy tuck?Will these exercises cause anything to tear?

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How to Achieve Ideal Weight Before Tummy Tuck? 10 answers

I have tried for several years to loose the weight for a Tummy Tuck, I can loose 5 to 10 lbs, but then it comes right back. I am genetically...

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What Should I Do to Prepare for my Tummy Tuck? 10 answers

My tt with lipo flanks. i'm super excited but how should i get my body ready? i usually excerise and i watch what i eat. Ive lost 50LBS and had 2...

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Am I a Candidate for a Tummy Tuck? 10 answers

I used to be an avid gym goer but could never get the excess skin and fat deposit below my belly button.I have a distinct "shelf" of fat and...

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Post-op Tummy Tuck and I Feel Pain After Walking Slow on Treadmill 9 answers

I am post op 5 weeks and starting walking on the treadmill very slow last week. I normally work out 5 days a week on the eliptical. I started at 1.0...

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I Feel Pain from Stomach Exercises - Could There Be Tearing of the Stomach Wall? 9 answers

I did an abdominoplasty 7yrs ago & I feel pain when I do stomach exercises. This is even after exercising for some time. Could there be tearing of...

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Is There Any Exercise to Fllaten the Pubis Area After a Tummy Tuck? 9 answers

I've had a full mastectomy and the reconstruction of my breast was made using the fat of my tummy.I'm happy with the outcome, breast wise, but...

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Is It Ok to Get on Roller Coasters Etc After Tummy Tuck? 9 answers

I am 7 weeks post op. doc said I was healing great due to my health, age and shape. planning a trip to the amusement park is it ok to get on rides...

2 months post-op after amusement park

Will my Tummy Tuck Be Ruined After Pregnancy Although I Would Be Dieting and Exercising ? 9 answers

Hey....i am a 26 years old single female who is planning to do a tummy tuck next week.my question is if i got married one day will my tummy tuck be...

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Can I Begin Light Jogging at 5 1/2 Weeks Post-Abdominoplasty? 9 answers

My recovery has gone smoothly. I had some post-anesthesia nausea and some coughing due to a cold in first week following recovery. I have about 1 pop...

6 weeks post-op after jogging running

Exercise for Diastasis Recti? 8 answers

I also have a small issue w/ith diastasis recti, but I don't want a Tummy Tuck. Can I tighten those muscles wth exercise? Thanks!

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Exercise After Tummy Tuck with Only Skin Removal and Lipo 8 answers

I had a Tummy Tuck a few weeks ago, but as my abdominal muscles were in good shape, they did only Liposuction and skin removal. I also had my belly...

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If You Are Suppose to Walk As Much As Possible After Tummy Tuck Surgery. What About During the Night. 8 answers

If you are suppose to walk as much as possible after surgery. What about during the night. Should you get up every hour or two and walk. If so, how...

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Can Working out Too Soon After Tummy Tuck Ruin Results? 7 answers

I started exercising at 10 weeks after Tummy Tuck, and I am extremely swollen. Should I stop exercising or will that not help at this point?

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Working out Post-Tummy Tuck 7 answers

I had a Tummy Tuck 6 weeks ago. I tried going back to my usual workout (biking, jogging, toning, weights), but I felt pain in the upper right muscle...

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Exercise After Tummy Tuck and Breast Lift? 7 answers

It has been 30 days since I had Tummy Tuck and Breast Lift. What types of exercise are safe for me to do?

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Abdominoplasty for Obese Patient with Fibromyalgia? 7 answers

Due to 7 years of severe Fibromyalgia, and countless battles with weight loss with no reuslts and subsequent flare ups due to exercising, I feel like...

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When Can I Attempt to Suck my Abs in After a Tummy Tuck or Do Situps? 7 answers

I was just curious because I'm kind of in the habit of always sucking my abs in, I just want to make sure it doesn't bother anything(9 days...

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Should a Person Walk After Abdominalplasty Surgery? 7 answers

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Belly Button Swelling After Exercising, 1 Months Post-Op Tummy Tuck, Normal? 7 answers

I am 1 mnth post tt and was plodding happily along recovery road til 5 days ago when I walked on treadmill for 30 mins with grad 4.5. By the end I was...

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What Diet and Exercise Regimen is Advised for Long-lasting Results After a Tummy Tuck? 7 answers

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Abdominal Exercises Before Tummy Tuck - Will It Make a Difference? 7 answers

I weight train roughly 5 to 6 days a week hitting my abdominals at least 2 times a week. Will it make a difference in my after result?

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Is Mild Discomfort and Soreness to Be Expected During Exercise at 7 Weeks Post-op TT? 7 answers

I am 7 1/2 weeks post-op tummy tuck with a hernia and muscle repair. I have been given the go ahead, as of 4 weeks post-op, to slowly resume my cardio...

2 months post-op after burning workout

No Need for Crunches After Tummy Tuck? 6 answers

So after a Tummy Tuck are you saying that you should not have to do crunches ever again? They won't be of any benefit? Does a tight ab mean a strong...

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Recommended Exercises Before Tummy Tuck? 6 answers

I am considering a tummy tuck after I lose about 50lbs. Are there any certain exercises I could be doing now to help with the surgery and speed the...

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5 Years Post Tummy Tuck and I Still Have a Bulge 6 answers

I had a tummy tuck approx 5 years ago, and it went well, though I'm not sure if what I am experiencing is normal. Post surgery and still today, I...

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i'm getting a hysterectomy & tummy tuck. how long before i can go snow skiing? 6 answers

I'm getting a hysterectomy & tummy tuck. how long before i can go snow skiing?

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Is Intense Exercise to Build Muscle Before Tummy Tuck And/or Body Lift a Good Idea? 6 answers

I'm 17 & 6'2. used to weight 330lbs the end of 9th grade & that's when I changed. Now I'm 210lbs. I have a lot of loose skin...

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5 Months Post Tummy Tuck, Exercising A Ton With No Results Around Incision Site. 6 answers

I am exercising 6 days a weeks, I am trying harder now than I ever have in my life, it feels like my lower tummy around the incision and pubic area...

5 months post-op after bulging not working

I Had a Tummy Tuck, Hernia Repair and Lipo Suction 5 Months Ago Can I Start Exercising Now? 6 answers

5 months post-op after hernia repair

Best Exercises After Tummy Tuck and Liposuction? 5 answers

I had Tummy Tuck with Liposuction 6 weeks ago. What are the best exercises after these procedures?

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Will a Tummy Tuck Reveal Six Pack Abs? 5 answers

I've been told that I have great abdominal muscles under the flab. Is it possible that if there's a 6 pack under there? I plan on having a tt. I...

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When is It Safe to Do an Abdominal Fitness Test After a Tummy Tuck? 5 answers

I'm military and just had a tummy tuck in May to repair my muscles after having 5 children. I will need to take and pass a physical fitness test...

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I Am 5'8" 225lbs. I Lost 40lbs in 9months and Have Hit a Plateau. 5 answers

For the past 9 months I have changed my eating and workout 5 days a weeks. I have lost 40lbs but have hit a plateau. The scale is not moving anymore....

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Getting Rid of Fat Above and Bellow the Belly Button? 4 answers

I have a lot of extra fat below my belly button and a little above it how can I get rid of it? I have tried walking and exercising and it just doesn't...

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Can I Get 6-Pack Abs After Tummy Tuck? 4 answers

Can Someone Have a Tummy Tuck and Still Manage to Get a 6 Pack After It?

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Exercise After Tummy Tuck 4 answers

How long after tummy tuck before I can start strenuous exercise and weight lifting?

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Are There Body Areas That You Can Not Fix with Nutrition and Working Out? 4 answers

I workout and do pilates and work with a trainer. I have NEVER been able to get rid of my "tummy" I look pg in a swimsuit. Should I get a...

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Tummy Tuck a Good Alternative to Diet and Exercise After 2 C-sections? 4 answers

I have tried diet and exercise and I'm not getting rid of that flap that makes me wanna puke. Is tummy tuck a good alternative for me?

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What Things Should I Avoid to Minimize Swelling After a Tummy Tuck 4 answers

Things to avoid to minimize swelling after a tummy tuck in terms of diet and physical activities? I am almost 8 weeks post op and tend to notice days...

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Exercise Regimen 8 Weeks Post Op Tummy Tuck 4 answers

I'm 74, 8 weeks post op, fluid problems for 7 weeks. Very fit and active, bike 25 to 30 miles 5x a week, work out with trainer 3x a week,...

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How Long After a Tummy Tuck Seroma Burns Out Can I Start Exercising? 4 answers

I am in the process of burning out a seroma(hopefully). It has been almost 6 weeks since my tummy tuck. I had signed up for my usual excersize class...

after seroma

Should I Start an Intense Workout Plan Before Having a Tummy Tuck? 4 answers

I am 25 years old. I have three kids and they left me with a sagging wrinkled tummy, a scarred belly button and sagging breasts. I am planning to have...

age 25-34

How to Exercise Abs After Successful Extended TT W/ Lipo -- Abs, Hips, Thighs 4 answers

I had above surgery 10 months ago-thrilled with my results. Question-have seen conflicting answers on this subject. I worked out regularly prior to...

10 months post-op abs after strength

How Soon Can I Start Resistance Training After a Tummy Tuck? 4 answers

Hi, I had a full tummy tuck, breast lift with breast aug, and 2 areas of lipo 8 weeks ago (16th Sep) and I'm feeling fantastic! My question is I...

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I Weigh 140, & am Due to Have Corrective Surgery on my Tummy. Can I Do Situps Until then or Will They Need All the Excess Skin? 4 answers

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Why is It Recommended Not Exceed Your Heart Rate Above 135 Bmp at 4 Weeks Post-op TT? 4 answers

I am about 4 1/2 weeks post-op for a tummy tuck with muscle repair and an umbilical hernia repair. I have been given the okay to resume light exercise...

1 month post-op after muscle repair

Core Strengthening Exercises to Do After Tummy Tuck? 3 answers

I had a Tummy Tuck on 2/23/09. My tummy is flat when I stand, but when I bend over, my tummy hangs. Can this be fixed? I also am able to suck in and...

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Boxing After Tummy Tuck? 3 answers

I am in the military and am 5 weeks post Tummy Tuck. I just realized that part of my training includes boxing/martial arts which includes getting...

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Reconstructive or Cosmetic Tummy Tuck in Tightening Stomach Wall? 3 answers

I had an accident in which it damaged the disc in between the l-4 and l-5. I also had a spinal fusion of the T-11, T-12, l-1 and l-2. It left me very...

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Post Op Tummy Tuck - When Can I Start Going on my Treadmill? 3 answers

Hi I am post op day 11 After having a full TT with MR and Lipo of lower back and flanks,I appear to be healing well,and already was cleaning the house...

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Heavy Lifting After Tummy Tuck 3 answers

I like to be aggressive with my weigh lifting. Once fully healed say one year or more out will I be restricted still? For example could I go back to...

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Yoga, Ab Workout and Stretching After Tummy Tuck? 3 answers

Im 4 months PO tummy tuck w/ muscle repair. The center of my abs will ache and feel tight while doing stretches or other exercises that use my abs....

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Exercise After a Tummy Tuck 3 answers

I am having a tummy tuck tomorrow.I am concerned about downtime. I am training for my blk belt,run 12-15mi/wk,do cardio-kickboxing,&strength train...

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How Do I Know If Have a Hernia From Kickboxing 2 Months Post-Op TT? 3 answers

I am 8 weeks after Abdominoplasty & returned to gym 6 wks, just to walk treadmill, then at 8 wks returned to light weights & Kickboxing class....

2 months post-op after hernia kickboxing

WAVE Vibration Therapy for Weight Loss Before Tummy Tuck? 2 answers

I'm scheduled for a Tummy Tuck in November but would benefit from losing 25 lbs and toning up. Plastic Surgeon encouraged me but didn't make...

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How Soon Can I Exercise After Tummy Tuck with NO Muscle Repair? 2 answers

Just wondering How soon I can get back to running and taking step aerobics after a Tummy Tuck with NO muscle repair? I am 2 weeks and 5 days?

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Activity After Tummy Tuck and Intense Zumba Dancing 2 answers

Had a Circumferential Tuck 4 weeks ago. I feel pretty good. Doctor tells me I am only allowed to walk inside the house? And I can drive and do some...

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Intense Pain Doing Ab Exercises 5 Months After Tummy Tuck 2 answers

I was about 4 month post op. My doctor told me I can do Everything I did before the surgery. I did intense sit ups and it's been about a month and...

5 months post-op after fitness pain

Fastest Way of Getting Back to Shape After Tummy Tuck 2 answers

I am 2 months post from a TT (muscle repair). I have read that I can get back to exercising - just limited and no crunches yet (last time I tried, I...

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