How soon can I workout after breast augmentation?

January 24, 2017
Asked By:mv256 in Long Island, NY

I am getting breast augmentation in early March. I just got into weight lifting this year and want to get back to it as soon as it is safe. The doctor mentioned 4 weeks before I can go back to my normal routine. Others have said 6 weeks. I am curious as to how soon others got back into a full workout routine. Thank you.

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