- You will be able to return to upper body exercise/workouts one month after your breast augmentation. - I have performed many breast augmentations for women who do CrossFit and for a few bodybuilders. After taking it easy for a month, all of these women are able to return to their normal upper body workout regimens. -Best of luck to you!

After a breast augmentation you will need to allow your body to heal. Lifting restrictions are typically in place for the first six weeks. After that patients can generally resume normal activities including weight lifting. You will want to progress gradually as you return to your prior routines.

After about 6 weeks, you should be able to return to full activities, including working out your upper body. You do need to take time to heal.

I do not recommend strict chest exercises after augmentation with an implant as the chest muscle can push the implant down and out. This resulting in an appearance the vast majority of patients do not like.

I have several triple crown body builders who started light at 6 weeks and back to competition workouts by 8 weeks. Patients in general in my practice start upper body around 5 to 6 weeks. Dr. Ted Eisenberg, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon and Author. RealSelf Distinguished Hall of Fame Inductee. Philadelphia, Pa., USA

We recommend our patients to avoid driving and lifting anything above 5-10 lb. for one week after BA. They can start upper body and other exercise, gradually, 4-6 weeks after surgery. You should clarify your instructions with a surgeon.