Am I going to be able to do push-ups and pull ups after breast augmentation? (Silicone under the muscle)

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I dint really think my implants would affect my work outs after I was cleared to go back. But now I’m nervous about doing lots of pull ups and push-ups!! I’m reading all his stuff about chest muscles separating implodes if you wrk hem out!! One of my favorite work outs 1mile run then -100 pull-ups 200 push-ups 300 air squats. Then another mile run! Am I going to be able to o this eventually ??? Or is all the pull-ups and push-ups much????

Nick Slenkovich, MD · Answer

Thanks for your question. How far post op are you? You will absolutely be able to work your chest muscles after recovery. In the first two weeks, it is important to not lift more than a couple pounds. General rule of thumb to follow is: No getting your heart rate up for the first two weeks post op. After two weeks, you can begin to partake in light aerobic/ cardio exercises. Typically, by 6 weeks patients are able to return to normal activity - if their body allows it. Listen to your body and don't push yourself it is causing pain or discomfort, but it is important to get back to being active in order to not decondition yourself. Implants should not impede you from living the active life you want to live!Always consult with your surgeon and wear good sports bras!P.S The workout you're referring to, "Murph" is a great one! Good for you.

Martin Jugenburg, MD · Answer

Thank you for your questionYou should be good to go back to all normal activity once you are cleared by your surgeon. Always wear a good support bra. However, if you are still concerned please see your surgeon.Regards

Robert S. Houser, DO · Answer

Basically, that's all a bunch of bunk -- but I don't know what you look like! If you have huge implants, they are going to sag if you exercise or not.  Hopefully, you have a reasonably sized implant and a good result.  If so, I have many patients that resume very vigorous exercise with no problems.  Good luck!!

Joseph A. Racanelli, DO - Account Suspended · Answer

Thank you for your question SarHa1015. 
First off, how many weeks post op are you? My patients typically return to full activity 6 weeks after surgery. I encourage them to gradually ease into their work out routine. I strongly recommend you contact your surgeon to get their specific post operative treatment protocol.

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