Weight lifting after breast augmentation: When can I resume push ups, dips, pull ups and bench pressing?

The short answer to your question is you can start any and all exercises "now". At 12 weeks post-op you are well and truly beyond the point where your physical actions could potentially compromise your results. So attempt whatever you want, and don't hold back. Also, because your implants are under your muscle, it follows that every time you activate your pectoralis muscle the implants will move up and out in the same direction that the muscle pulls. This is perfectly fine and normal. It does of course feel a little strange in the beginning but once you get used to it you'll realise its no big deal.When it comes to exercising I provide all my patients with these general guidelines:- You can walk from day one post op. - At 2 weeks you can sit on a stationary bike
and do some cardio work to burn some calories and maintain some cardio
conditioning. - You can slowly return to running at the four
week mark. You must wear a bra or often two that helps prevent your breasts
from bouncing up and down. If your breasts are bouncing up and down while you
are running, then your wearing the wrong bras!- For those who love the gym you can slowly
return to that at the four week mark. However, as you would know four weeks is
a long time away from the gym and you decondition a lot. Also, you've had chest
surgery so will still have some discomfort from this. So when you do go back to
the gym, start with very light short sessions and be guided by your body.
Slowly and gradually build yourself up to normal training over the following
weeks and months. However, unlike normal training pain where you "push
through", experiencing pain in a post-surgical state means you need to
pull back a little. It's your body saying it's not quite ready to be pushed
that hard.- Going to the gym prior to four weeks to do
"just legs" is not allowed. Any leg work requires core and upper body
for stabilization etc so it's still forbidden.- For those crossfit junkies - you have no
chance of doing this for at least two months after surgery. Go to the gym at 4
weeks post op, gradually build yourself up, and when you feel your crossfit
ready (typically no sooner than two months post-op), then you can get back to
it.

thank you for your question. Exercising too soon or too aggressively after surgery may slow your recovery. The size/placement of your implants will partially determine the type and how intense of an exercise you can do right after surgery. Listen to your body's warning signs of pain/discomfort, and modify your workout accordingly. Best of luck!Dhaval M. Patel Double board certifiedPlastic surgeonHoffman EstatesBarringtonOakbrookChicago 

Some of the most frequently ask questions regarding breast augmentation are: " When can I return to normal activity? When can I lift my children and when can I return to exercizing? Each surgeon has his or her own opinion regarding return to these activities after a breast augmentation. In my opinion it is best to err on the side of caution to help ensure an optimal outcome. I normally tell patient's that they can resume most normal day-to-day activities such as driving their car within 3 or 4 days postoperatively. I advise them to refrain from lifting more than 10 pounds for 3 weeks postoperatively. Considering that many women who undergo this procedure have small children and lifting is required during this timeframe it is best to do it with limited arm and upper body movement. After 4 weeks the only restrictions recommended are to refrain from heavy pectoral workouts for an additional 4 weeks. It is very important to follow the directions of your surgeon to help ensure the best possible outcome for your procedure.