Advice for Exercise After Breast Augmentation?

Recovery from surgery is simple. The body will let you know when it is ready for activity. This is not the time for no pain no gain. Here in Miami I get my share of patients that "need" to work out. My experience has been that after two weeks it should be ok to spin. Maybe not position 3, but one or two will get you all the cardio you need. Any earlier, you can try just walking. The metabolic rate rises when the body undergoes a surgical procedure, so for a few weeks you will burn extra calories, without lifting a finger.

My advice is, try it, and if it hurts don't do it.

I advise that you invest the healing time up front and get off to a good start. Avoid straining for two weeks. Then you may resume full activity.  The major concern with straining it that it increases your venous pressure which could result in a hematoma, or bleeding around the implant. A big hematoma can set off a lifetime of problems and is not worth pushing it too early.  I advise walking, and anything less strenuous than walking, and gentle motion with the arms for two weeks, then strenuous activities, like biking, elliptical and weight lifting can be resumed at two weeks. Walking is good exercise!  Some of my patients don't listen and get away with more.   Hematoma is rare in my practice, and usually is associated with too much straining, too early. 

After breast augmentation, allowing your body ample time to heal is crucial, with the timeline for resuming exercise varying significantly based on several factors. Light activities like walking are generally encouraged within a few days to aid circulation, but more strenuous activities that elevate heart rate or blood pressure, such as cycling, should be avoided for at least the first 2 weeks to minimize the risk of complications like bleeding or increased swelling.
Specific aspects of your surgery, including the placement of implants above or below the muscle, whether it's a revision surgery, and the size of the implants, can significantly influence your recovery and when you can safely return to exercise. For instance, submuscular placement often requires a longer recovery period before resuming strenuous activities compared to subglandular placement.
Surgeons provide guidelines tailored to your specific circumstances, advising a gradual return to full exercise routines, typically over 4 to 6 weeks post-surgery, depending on healing progress. Adhering to your surgeon's advice and paying attention to your body's signals are essential for a successful recovery.

I recommend holding off on any heavy exercise with the arms or chest for two to three weeks after the breast augmentation. However, during that time you are encouraged to walk, work your abdomen, or utilize a weight machine for your lower extremities. Cardio or upper body workouts should not be performed for 2-3 weeks after the augmentation, then slowly advance from there.

Generally, I recommend at least 4 weeks of minimal or decreased physical activity. While minimizing chest exercises is the most important, decreasing high impact activities is also key. As you heal during the first few weeks your body will begin to let you know what's safe and what is not. Its important to go slow and work up to any activities. You made an investment in your body, be patient and work with it to achieve your best results.

I generally recommend no exercise for 4 weeks after surgery. We recommend this for both a healing and bleeding standpoint. Exercise or anything that increases you heart rate can increase the risk of bleeding.

Hello!
You pretty much hit the nail on the head!
Walking is great immediately after surgery. You want to avoid upper body strenuous activity for 3-4 weeks. You can get on a stationary bike within weeks of surgery. You do need to clear activity with your surgeon.
Best of luck to you!

Is is important to get a clarity on resuming physical activities after breast augmentation surgery. I encourage my patients to start mobilising from day 1. Most patient can resume walking and light cardio exercise in 1-2 weeks. then gradually build up on it as your body allows you to do. Treadmills and lower body exercise are helpful including exercise bikes . You should be able to do lot more activities and exercise by 6 weeks. Running and weight should be postponed after 6 weeks. All weights exercise should be done after 3 months specially if you had an implant under the muscle.

Following any type of breast augmentation surgery (either subfascial or dual plane) you should be able to ride a bike “using minimal upper body” within the first week following your surgery. Following subfascial augmentation, I allow all of my patients to exercise within the first weeks and within one to 2 weeks they are able to use their upper body.

For the first few days your breasts will be swollen and tender and you may need to use prescription pain medication. We recommend you avoid domestic responsibilities and arrange for extra help around the house. You should avoid repetitive arm or shoulder movements that will potentially cause more swelling around your implants. Avoid lifting more than 10 kg, jumping or laying on your stomach for the first six weeks.
It is still recommended you keep your level of activity light for the first 2-3 weeks. You may take walks and start leg squats with body weight only. You will still need to continue to wear your post-operative bra during this time. Your surgeon will guide you through your recovery but we do recommend that most patients can return to full exercise at six weeks.

My post-operative instructions for patients include the following 
1. No exercising at all for 6 weeks
2. No upper body workouts for up to 12 weeks (3 months) 
This is extremely important especially when implants are positioned behind the pectoral muscles, as exercising or contracting these muscles too much or too soon could potentially lead to implant displacement or malpositioning (one or both implants could migrate upwards and to the sides). 
I hope this helps?
Best wishes