How Long Can I Get Back to Weight Training After Gyno Surgery? Excision Only

Often times, my male patients who wish to have gynecomastia surgery are extremely fit since they first try heavy exercise and diet to get rid of their excess breast tissue. This breast tissue and fat can cause low self esteem, and can be easily corrected with the gynecomastia procedure. I recommend a period of 2-3 weeks for extreme weight training, or 2 weeks for regular exercise.  

Thanks for the question. After 6 weeks your surgery area is totally healed and yes you can do gym and also do other activities. I wish you all the best.

Usually 1 week after #gynecomastia surgery you can begin taking moderate walks or ride a stationary bike. Strenuous workouts or aerobic #exercise can begin around 4 weeks post-op. Please get approval from your doctor before you begin any workout regimen.

I typically recommend that my patients refrain from upper body exercise for at least 6 weeks after this type of surgery.  Good luck
and be safe.John T.
Nguyen, MD, FACS, FICSDouble Board
Certified Plastic Surgeon

You should ask your surgeon for their advice, as they have the specific details pertaining to your surgery. Generally speaking, it is about a month or so.

   In general, after male breast reduction, give yourself at least 6 weeks before hitting the gym hard.  As a bodybuilder I can understand the desire to work out, but you want to have the best results.  You do not want to get a fluid collection or hematoma by resuming activities before you are healed.  Kenneth Hughes, MD male breast reduction Los Angeles, CA

Each patient and procedure is different. I tell my patients to wait six weeks before resuming weight training. In some cases depending on how they are healing I allow them to start exercising earlier, but no weights! Refraining from cardio or aerobic activity will help reduce swelling. Discuss this with your surgeon.

Good question. You really need to check in with your own surgeon. I generally allow my patients to return to limited exercise at three weeks and full exercise at six weeks.

You should allow the surgical wound to heal well first, which can take about two weeks of time.Gentle massage over the scar two to three times in a day will soften the area. Tissue swelling will gradually come down in about 3-4 weeks time.Typically, you may start to resume weight training after about 4 weeks of surgery. Needless to say this is after you get an OK from your surgeon.

I have my patients refrain from straining, lifting heavy objects, and repetitive arm and shoulder motion for at least 2 weeks after  gynecomastia liposuction.  Also, using your pectoral chest muscles excessively, such as doing push ups, or bench pressing is also enough activity to cause bleeding in the early post-op  period, so I would not recommend such activity until at least 14 days post-op.I hope this answer helps.   Good luck!