Can I Exercise 6 Weeks After Tummy Tuck?

You can start doing cardio at 3-4 weeks after surgery, but wait 6 weeks before you do anything more strenuous, like lifting weights and sit-ups. Although you are 6 weeks post-op and can start exercising again, you should begin very slowly and build up to your former intensity. Doing too much too soon can compromise your recovery and can even cause complications.Having said this, however, it is important you follow your surgeon's post-op instructions as they may have different guidelines.

Thanks for the question. After 4-6 month operation area is totally healed and yes you can exercising and also do other sport activities. I wish you all the best.

Thank you for your question. Core exercises can be started at 3 months post-op. I do not recommend abdominal crunches for up to 8 months post-op. Please talk to your plastic surgeon, they will be able to provide you with a better answer since they know your particular case. Hope this helps,Dr. German NewallHouston Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

This is something you should discuss with your surgeon who knows you best. For my patients, I recommend walking a little bit each day and increasing when comfortable. At 6 weeks my patients can resume their exercise routines but add slowly, do not over do it or you will see some swelling return. Good luck.

Normal activity may be resumed at 3-6 weeks post operation to tolerance and that would include elliptical and light cardio. After the operation, basic exercises are recommended, such as walking immediately and progressive activities beginning on the third week. At 6 weeks core exercises especially crunches (starting slowly and building each week to tolerance) is particularly helpful to show your results following a tummy tuck. You should start off easy and not jump right back into your old routine before the procedure. Swelling may indicate too much activity. Let your body and your Plastic Surgeon tell you what it can do. Specific time periods for resumption of daily activities, work, and exercise with be further discussed by your surgeon post op.