Will I be able to get into bodybuilding after getting a tummy tuck?

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I reached a healthy weight (BMI is 25) and I'm planning to have a tummy tuck + lipo in the coming months to address loose skin and body contour. long term I'd like to get into bodybuilding, but I can't do much about that due to gym closures and the pandemic. I'm wondering if it is possible to do the tummy tuck now, and then once gyms open up I can continue with healthy eating and exercise to lose fat and be lean enough to start bodybuilding.

Waqqas Jalil, MD, FRCSC · Answer

the answer is YES!

A great many of my patients have gotten tummy tucks and gone back straight into body building

In fact depending on their history of pregnancy and rectus diastasis some of them even do better

Hope this helps

all the best

Dr Jalil

William Andrade, MD · Answer

Hello, I've had quite a few patients (female and male) get into body building after their tummy tuck, and some have won awards.  Bodybuilding should be fine as long as you are fully healed and cleared by your surgeon to resume vigorous activity.

Vinod Chopra, MD · Answer

A tummy tuck is a surgical procedure that removes skin and fat to create a smoother and firmer abdominal area. The healing process from this procedure should take around 6 - 8 weeks depending on a multiple of different factors including your surgeon, the type of tummy tuck, age, etc. After this period of time, you should be able to continue full activity including body building. However, it is recommended to slowly build up your exercise regiment according to your surgeons guidance. Hope this helps!

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

The TT patient should avoid exercise, strenuous activity, and lifting more than 5 lbs for at least 6 weeks. Patients should consume at least 100 grams of protein during the recovery period to ensure adequate wound healing. Patients should not strain the area around the incision. After about 12 weeks, most TT patients are ready to preform abdominal exercises and weight training. The reason that patients must wait so long is due to the intense trauma of tightening the stomach muscles. Your stomach muscles will not be ready for crunches, sit-ups, or core exercises until this time. Intense weight lifting can also put undue pressure on your core muscles. When you perform these activities, do so gradually, and listen to your body.

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your question.  Yes, once fully healed you will be able to get into bodybuilding.  Hope this helps.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Giving112088,
every plastic surgeon has his own postoperative protocol which he recommends to his patients. Once you are fully healed you should be able to continue with excesises. I would suggest you to discuss this with your plastic surgeon.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Michael Kreidstein, MD, FRCS(C) · Answer

Your plan sounds very promising.  A big effort at body building BEFORE surgery will be frustrating, as you will not likely see improved muscle definition in areas of stubborn fat or loose skin.  Secondly, you will be unable to work out intensely for about 6 weeks after surgery, and will lose a lot of the progress you made in the gym.
You may have unique considerations post-op, but most can begin light exercise at three weeks and anticipate full intensity at 6 weeks.  Good luck!

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

Yes you will be able to return to body building once you have healed from your tummy tuck.  The important part about returning to exercise is to do so gradually.  Your surgeon will guide you based on how you are progressing through recovery.

Felix Omar Márquez, MD · Answer

Hello, thanks for your question. After healing you'll be able to exercise with no problem. The combination of Lipo and Tummy Tuck is a great idea to improve your body contour. Consult a board-certified plastic surgeon in your area for an in-person exam. Good Luck!

Manuel Belen, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

Hello,
Thank you for sharing the information, it is a pleasure for me to answer your question.
It is difficult to evaluate the options without seeing photos,

Definitely the most appropriate is to start (tummy tuck, liposuction and BBL can also be included), you are a candidate perfect, for the procedure, with this you can eliminate all localized fat and flaccidity, you will get the best results and have a defined appearance according to your body. everything depends on your BMI, if it is within the normal range, above 35 it can generate risks.
It is advisable to consult with a certified plastic surgeon, for a good evaluation, to provide you with all the information you need to know about the appropriate recommendations, so that you can achieve the desired goals in your body.

I hope this answer will help you
My best wishes for you...

Will I be able to get into bodybuilding after getting a tummy tuck?

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