I Had a Tummy Tuck and Was Bowling in a League Before Surgery and Was Wondering when It Would Be Safe to Return to That?

Bowling is a sport that requires use of the abdominal muscles. In my practice I asked patients to avoid activity that directly targets those muscles for three months. I would point out that I'm referring my practice so you should follow the restrictions of your surgeon.

I usually tell my patients that they can resume more rigorous exercises, such as bowling, in about 2-3 months after a full abdominoplasty. Please note that every patient is different and it may take some individuals a little longer to get back to their usual routine.

In general you should be able to return to full physical activities by 6 weeks after an abdominoplasty surgery.  Your body will let you know if you are ready for this type of physical activity.