Is It Safe to Exercise Chest Muscles After Breast Implants?

Thank you for your question.  Many women resume normal physical activity, including exercising and heavy lifting, four to six weeks following a breast augmentation procedure.  I perform many breast augmentations on women who body build and weight train regularly, and I prefer to place the implants sub-pectorally to provide for the most natural look and feel.  It may take several weeks from the time you can begin exercising after a breast augmentation to get back to the shape and strength that you had prior to surgery, but once you have healed and you have received doctor approval you should be ready to hit the gym.I always recommend that patients defer to their operating surgeon's specific post-operative protocols and advise, as they are most familiar with your specific case, so I would recommend scheduling a follow up with your surgeon to discuss your progress and any concerns that you might have.I hope you find this helpful.

Exercise after breast augmentation like cardio or chest exercises is something you should care about and need to know about.For the early period of recovery, that means two - three weeks post op, light exercise like walking outdoors is the best. I usually permit moderate exercise, if done with big caution after 4 weeks. Heavy exercise should be completely avoided for 8 weeks following a breast augmentation. I ask my patients to postpone all phisical activities at least until the pain and inflammation from surgery are fully resolved.Even after two months post op it is best to focus on lower body workouts. Any exercise that focuses on the chest, rotates the chest, or involves in working the pectorial muscles, as push-ups and weight training, should be avoided for at least 8 weeks, as they can significantly interfire with healing.I hope this helps, best of luck!