Exercise After Tummy Tuck Surgery

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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Exercise for Diastasis Recti?

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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Running After Tummy Tuck?

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

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...

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How to Convince Insurance Company to Cover Tummy Tuck?

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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Best Exercises After Tummy Tuck and Liposuction?

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

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WIll Exercise Further Damage Ab Muscles if They Are Seperated?

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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Will a Tummy Tuck Reveal Six Pack Abs?

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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Strengthen Abdominal Muscles Before Tummy Tuck?

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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Can Working out Too Soon After Tummy Tuck Ruin Results?

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

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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Is There a Cut-off Age for Tummy Tuck?

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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Exercise to Improve Tummy Tuck Results?

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...

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Getting Rid of Fat Above and Bellow the Belly Button?

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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Yoga, Vinyasa, Hot, Hatha After Tummy Tuck

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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Does Exercise Help with Swelling?

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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Exercise After Tummy Tuck with Only Skin Removal and Lipo

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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Exercise After Tummy Tuck and Breast Lift?

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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Can I Get 6-Pack Abs After Tummy Tuck?

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

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

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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No Need for Crunches After Tummy Tuck?

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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WAVE Vibration Therapy for Weight Loss Before Tummy Tuck?

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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Yoga Restrictions After Tummy Tuck?

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

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Abdominoplasty for Obese Patient with Fibromyalgia?

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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Tummy Tuck vs. Exercise for Hanging Skin

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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Core Strengthening Exercises to Do After Tummy Tuck?

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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How to Achieve Ideal Weight Before Tummy Tuck?

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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Tummy Tuck or Exercise More?

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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Exercise After Tummy Tuck

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

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Can I Exercise 6 Weeks After Tummy Tuck?

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

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?

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Recommended Exercises Before Tummy Tuck?

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

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

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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What Should I Do to Prepare for my Tummy Tuck?

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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Do I Need a Tummy Tuck?

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

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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How Are the Muscles Tightened in a Tummy Tuck?

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

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

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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Intense Pain Doing Ab Exercises 5 Months After Tummy Tuck

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...

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Activity After Tummy Tuck and Intense Zumba Dancing

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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Any Chance I Could Get my Tummy Flatter Through Exercise?

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

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

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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Fastest Way of Getting Back to Shape After Tummy Tuck

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

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

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

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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Boxing After Tummy Tuck?

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?

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?

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

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...

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Heavy Lifting After Tummy Tuck

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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Which Abdominal Exercises Can Best Strengthen the Ab Muscles?

I am 8 weeks post FTT w/muscle repair. I have very lax fascia and in order to have a flatter abdomen, I need to work my core & rectus muscles as...

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

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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5 Years Post Tummy Tuck and I Still Have a Bulge

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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Yoga, Ab Workout and Stretching After Tummy Tuck?

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

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.

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

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...

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Exercise Before Tummy Tuck ? Yes Or No ?

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

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Am I a Candidate for a Tummy Tuck?

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

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

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

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Do I Need A Tummy Tuck to Get Rid of the Lower Belly Fat I Have? Or Are There Certain Foods an Exercises I Can Do? (photo)

I;ve always been a little chubby before I had my two kids, but after both my pregnancies my belly is like jello and my lower belly hangs. Is a tummy...

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Exercise After a Tummy Tuck

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

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...

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

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...

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

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...

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

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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Smart Lipo or Tummy Tuck? (photo)

Hello To All! I LOVE this site! I'm a mom of three beautiful kids! Their ages are 4 1/2, 3, and 10 months. I exercise at least 4 times a week...

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Why Do Reality Tv Surgeons Say to Wait One Year Before Exercise Following a Tummy Tuck?

Why do reality tv cosemtic surgeons say to wait one year before exercise following a tummy tuck? On RealSelf everyone says it's only 6-8 weeks....

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Muscle "Ball" After Tummy Tuck and Ab Exercise

I had a tummy tuck in November 2009. This week, I started an exercise "boot camp." (It's kicking my butt but I love it!). HOWEVER, I am...

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

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

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

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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How Long After a Tummy Tuck with Muscle Repair Can I Wakeboard?

How long after a tummy tuck where my muscles were sewn back together can I wakeboard?

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

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...

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

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...

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How Long After Having a Tummy Tuck Can I Go Back to the Gym?

How Long After Having a Tummy Tuck Can I Go Back to the Gym?

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Will I Be Able to Do Ab Exercises, Etc. After Tummy Tuck Heals?

I have diastasis recti and lots of wrinkly loose skin from having 3 large babies. Before the kids I did extremely taxing ab routines of 40-60 minutes...

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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?

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

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...

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Exercises for Lean and Toned Body?

I have just started going to the gym. My goal is to be lean and toned. I am now 28, 5'9, and weight 160 lbs. I don't have much of a big tummy,...

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

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....

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Loose Skin Due to Complications During Csection. Will My Lower Abs Ever Tighten?

A year and a half ago I had a baby. it was my second c section and the doctor had to cut my stomach muscles because they had fused to my bladder...

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

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What Can I Do About Pain During Abdominal Exercises and Stretching After Tummy Tuck?

Im almost a year PO from a tummy tuck. Everytime i try to ab work it feels like it is pulling and painful for the rest of the day and the next day as...

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Tummy Seems to Be Getting Bigger Instead of Smaller? (photo)

Hi im 4 weeks post op from a full tummy tuck and flank lipo and is wanting to know why my stomach seems to be appearing bigger now then from my first...

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When is It Ok to Walk on a Treadmill After TT?

I just had my two week follow up appt. I asked if I could walk on a treadmill, the Dr seemed annoyed with that question.....thinking I'm trying...

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Can I Keep my Muslces Toned with Resistance Bands After a Tummy Tuck Since Weight Training is Not Allowed?

Can I Keep my Muslces Toned with Resistance Bands After a Tummy Tuck Since Weight Training is Not Allowed?

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Can I Exercise Although I Still Have an Opening From TT Incision?

I had a tummy Tuck because of my mastectomy . I have had some complications and i have an opening in my stomack right where the stiches used to be....

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1 Month Post-Op Tummy Tuck, Doctor Told me I Couldn't do Crunches or Hard Ab Workouts Again, Is this Correct?

I'm almost 4 weeks post -op from full tummy tuck and muscle repair and everything seems to be going smoother than I expected...until I asked my...

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Feel Like I Am Gain Weight After my Tummy Tuck!

I'm currently 2 1/2 moths post op. After surgery I had developed a hematoma, I am as made aware that instead of 3 months to see a non swollen...

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When Its Safe to Do Sit Ups After a Tubal Ligation

When Its Safe to Do Sit Ups After a Tubal Ligation

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Do I Have to Exercise After a Tummy Tuck Im 13 Wks Post Op Stomach Still Swollen?

Do I Have to Exercise After a Tummy Tuck Im 13 Wks Post Op Stomach Still Swollen?

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