Should I Gain Muscle Before or After a Lower Body Lift?

Thank you for your question.

I do not have a general recommendation to my patients regarding building muscle mass prior to or after surgery.

I do recommend that patients are at their lowest, most stable weight prior to having surgery to achieve the best possible results.  In general, patients who have surgery are very pleased with their "new bodies" and so they work out after the surgery and stay in good shape.

Best Wishes!

It’s generally recommended to build some muscle before undergoing a lower body lift. Strengthening your muscles can enhance the overall results and support the healing process post-surgery. However, it’ crucial to consult with a medical professional to determine the best approach based on your individual health and fitness situation.

Staying fit is always good. However, the key variable in terms of timing for a body lift is weight, so it is very valuable to be at or near your desired weight at the time of surgery.

Thanks and best wishes.