How soon can I exercise after having a mini tummy tuck?

With a mini-tuck, most patients can get back to light exercise at the one to two week mark.  This would include walking on a treadmill, etc.  However, I would avoid any high-impact ativities for one month.  At that point, you should be ok to resume all activities as long as you are cleared by your surgeon.  I hope this helps. 

For a tummy tuck I advise patients they can return to light activities after two weeks. Low impact exercise can be resumed after four weeks, and strenuous exercise after six weeks. This can vary by surgeon and patient circumstance. I encourage you to discuss your situation with your surgeon.

It really depends if you had any muscle plication.  If you did, then full activity at 6 weeks, if not then 2 weeks is sufficient.

You would need to find out if any muscle repair was performed for your mini tummy tuck.

Good luck.

In most instances, following a mini-tummy tuck, you can resume normal daily acitivties with compression garments begining 5 days after surgery.  Low-impact, non-resistance exercise may begin at two weeks and more strenuous activities may begin at 3 weeks with gradual increase in resistance by 6 weeks.

It is commendable that you wish to return to exercise as soon as possible after surgery. Your plastic surgeon will be your best resource when it comes to determining the return to specific activities after the specific procedures performed. He/she will know exactly how you are progressing and whether or not you have experienced any complications. Remember, that he/she is ultimately responsible for your care.  Having said that, I ask my tummy tuck patients to start walking ASAP after surgery but refrain from any heavy-lifting or strenuous exercise for 6-8 weeks to prevent complications and ensure proper healing. It may be 4-6 months before you reach your full energy and strength levels. Best to “go slow” and listen to your body as you gradually increase or activity level. Best wishes.