I have an exercise question. My surgery date is July 12. I have been weightlifting for over 3 years. I'm wondering how soon I can go back to it and how that progression would work? Anyone with any experience in this?

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I have an exercise question. My surgery date is July 12. I have been weightlifting for over 3 years. I'm wondering how soon I can go back to it and how that progression would work? Anyone with any experience in this?

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You won't be able to lift for the first few weeks after surgery as your abdomens heals. This is a great question to talk through with your surgeon. I am also sure there are some folks on here who can give you more specifics.

Best of luck with your surgery.

A valid and common question. It depends on your surgeon and the type of surgery you're having. My restriction was lifting no more than 10 lbs for two weeks post-op, then lift as tolerated.

You will find a multitude of answers to the lifting question. Paramount is keeping I contact with your surgeon and stick to their guidelines. Outside of that strength training is important so as to minimize your lean mass losses.