Getting back into the gym.

Good evening ladies, I’m due to have my op in just under 6 weeks. My nurse told me last week to not step foot into the gym for 6 weeeks after the op which is fine if that’s what she advises. I’m currently doing lots of classes yoga, Pilates, body pump, body sculpt, body combat and legs bums and tums. Do my question is all you ladies that go to the gym and have had the procedure how did you find it getting back into the gym? Thanks x

Hiya Kayleigh,
I was exactly the same pre op. I was in the gym 5 days a week doing HIIT, weights and everything else lol prior to surgery. I was so nervous about how my operation would affect me with regards to returning back to the gym.

After my operation (3 months ago) I found it difficult not keeping active but I just kept telling myself health/recovery comes first.

I returned to the gym 6 weeks after surgery doing very light weight and steady cardio. I was back to my normal routine after 2 weeks. Couldn’t believe how quickly I was back to normal. I honestly believe that all the training I did prior to surgery was what helped me to quickly get fit when I returned to the gym (muscle memory maybe).

The only issue I found with all the training I did prior, was that my chest muscles were quite tight, so drop and fluff took a little longer than most because my muscles took longer to relax over the implant (my nurse explained this to me). I didn’t start D&F until 9 weeks post op, this was when my chest muscles started to relax. It was worth it in the end though because I got my fitness levels back really quickly.

All the best for your upcoming surgery. Enjoy your special journey xx

Thank you so much for your detailed reply fingers crossed I’m the same 🙂 did you have unders or overs? Xx

Awww, you’re welcome Hun. And I had unders xx

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