Exercises to lose weight after tummy tuck & other abdominal surgeries?

Weight gain after surgery does occur. Weight gain during the initial recovery period is caused by fatty tissue but rather due to fluid retention and swelling as a part of the healing process. In some cases, patients experience weight gain as a side effect of the postoperative medication or being sedentary for a long time. The initial post-surgical weight gain is, in most cases, temporary and subsides as your body recovers.
However, prolonged recovery time, physical inactivity, and changes in your eating behavior can lead to weight gain over time. The good news is that post-surgical weight loss responds well to dietary changes as well as exercise. For patients that qualify, there are medications that, together with diet and exercise and can help you reach your goal weight.

Thank you for your question about which exercises are best to pursue after a tummy tuck and other abdominal surgeries. It's a pertinent question and I am glad to provide some guidance.
When considering abdominal exercises post-surgery, it's crucial to determine whether your muscles were plicated during the tummy tuck. If your muscles were indeed plicated, focusing on sit-ups or rectus abdominis exercises may not yield significant benefits.
However, if your rectus abdominis muscles were not plicated during your procedure, sit-ups and other core abdominal exercises could be advantageous for your overall strength.
Now, concerning weight loss, I highly recommend incorporating intermittent fasting, a low-carb diet, and a low-sugar diet into your daily routine. This combination, paired with regular exercise, can aid significantly in achieving your weight loss goals. You may also want to consider seeking medical assistance or medication to accelerate your weight loss journey if you find it necessary.
I hope this advice proves useful to you as you continue your post-surgery journey. Remember, it's essential to consult with your healthcare provider or a fitness professional before starting any new exercise routine to ensure safety and effectiveness.
Sincerely,
Dr. Katzen

There is no effective way to target weight loss specifically to the abdomen. General weight loss will reduce the fat throughout your body but the losses with be proportionately equal through out your body. Doing core excises will improve the muscle tone in your abdominal area and can give the appearance of weight loss in this area.