When can I get back to working out after my Tummy Tuck without muscle repair or lipo?

Thank you for your question.  It is important that your body has been through a major surgery and you don't want to push yourself too soon after surgery.  With a tummy tuck it is best to wait at least 4 to 6 weeks before resuming exercise, I recommend waiting 6 weeks for long distance running and weight lifting.  Getting your heart rate too high too soon after surgery and increase your risk for internal bleeding which you definitely want to avoid.  I would highly recommend talking with your PS and finding out exactly what they recommend, every patient is different and their recovery is different, you will want to check with them before resuming exercise.Best of luck to you.   

I let my patients resume exercise 1-2 weeks afterward, but I would check with your plastic surgeon for the exact answer.

Without repair of the abdominal wall I would encourage patients to start walking immediately. Full athletic activity would be permitted in about 46 weeks. However you should follow the recommendations of your surgeon.

Time to returning to normal activities after a tummy tuck is highly variable and depends on the particulars of the case. Your plastic surgeon can best determine how the healing is proceeding and how active you should be. In your instance, most patients can return to work at about two weeks and slowly increase their activity to full workouts and even running in about six weeks. As long as you have drains in though, any increase in activity can delay the healing progress and give rise to other problems as a persistent collection, or seroma.

I recommend patients wait 8 weeks following surgery. Any type of stretching or pulling on the scar may widen it permanently. 

In general, most patients need to wait at least 4-6 weeks before beginning to resume strenuous activity.  However, in a skin only tummy tuck, without muscle tightening or liposuction, in a distance runner you may be able to start some light activity a little sooner.  You should check with and follow your surgeon's directions returning to exercise.  Each surgeon has their own protocol they like to follow.

I am glad you are feeling so well 12 days out.  You will have the rest of your life to work out and do aerobic exercise. Right now you need to allow enough time for complete healing even if you feel great. Your plastic surgeon will be the best resource. In our practice we ask that you wait 6-8 weeks before you run. Below is a result in an avid outdoors woman and exercise fanatic, who waited 8 weeks before full exercise routines. 

It is commendable that you wish to return to exercise as soon as possible after surgery. Your plastic surgeon will be your best resource when it comes to determining the return to specific activities after the specific procedures performed. He/she will know exactly how you are progressing and whether or not you have experienced any complications. Remember, that he/she is ultimately responsible for your care.Having said that, I ask my tummy tuck patients to start walking ASAP after surgery but refrain from any heavy-lifting or strenuous exercise for 6-8 weeks to prevent complications and ensure proper healing. It may be several months before you reach your full energy and strength levels. Best to “go slow” and listen to your body as you gradually increase or activity level. Best wishes.