I have had implants for over 5 years with no issues, the last two years I started weight training, still no issues. The last few months I started training for a competition and I increased my weight significantly. My chest is sore after workouts, which is expected, but my implants are starting to look different, should I stay away from the chest press all together? Push ups?
April 15, 2016
Answer: Weight lifting Frequent,continued pectoralis exercise can displace the implants downward and outward. I have seen this in competitive body builders and physique competitors. Routine exercise on a lesser scale is not a concern in my 20 years experience. Hope this helps.Dr. Ali Mosharrafa
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April 15, 2016
Answer: Weight lifting Frequent,continued pectoralis exercise can displace the implants downward and outward. I have seen this in competitive body builders and physique competitors. Routine exercise on a lesser scale is not a concern in my 20 years experience. Hope this helps.Dr. Ali Mosharrafa
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April 15, 2016
Answer: Chest press after implants The pectoral muscles do not cover the entire implant. Use of the pectoral muscles tends to push the implants downward and outward. In most women that is rather inconsequential. But in body builders, and competitive weight lifters, the muscles are really strong, and are used frequently and vigorously. Add to that the loss of body fat and therefor breast volume, and you see changes. Rather than telling you to stop, I would suggest a visit to your surgeon who can evaluate the changes that have occurred. Some women doing these sport activities will do well with shaped implants above the muscle. All the best.
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April 15, 2016
Answer: Chest press after implants The pectoral muscles do not cover the entire implant. Use of the pectoral muscles tends to push the implants downward and outward. In most women that is rather inconsequential. But in body builders, and competitive weight lifters, the muscles are really strong, and are used frequently and vigorously. Add to that the loss of body fat and therefor breast volume, and you see changes. Rather than telling you to stop, I would suggest a visit to your surgeon who can evaluate the changes that have occurred. Some women doing these sport activities will do well with shaped implants above the muscle. All the best.
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