Many patients are motivated by their new, flat abdomen and look forward to resuming exercise after their abdominoplasty with Dr. Stanton. It is crucial to follow your recovery instructions carefully and to wait to resume strenuous activities until Dr. Stanton clears you to return to these activities. The return to activity post-surgery will be gradual as your body heals. Most patients can resume gentle movement like walking within a few days of their procedure. At about three weeks post-surgery, many patients are ready to resume some arm and leg exercises. Avoid core exercises, including crunches, until at least six weeks after surgery. Dr. Stanton will help you create a timeline for returning to these activities based on your healing.