If you're an active woman who follows a daily workout routine, you may find the recommended downtime somewhat challenging. Keep in mind that your recovery period is short in comparison to the lifespan of your implants. Six to eight weeks of a break from strenuous exercise is a blink of an eye compared to the decade or longer that your implants can last. Additionally, your commitment to optimal healing in the first couple of months after your breast implant procedure can impact the long-term results of your procedure.
There are several risks associated with working out too soon after breast augmentation. These include:
Prolonged swelling and pain
Pulling out sutures
Delayed healing
Unsatisfactory cosmetic outcome
Asymmetry
Implant displacement
Opening of incisions
Before your breast augmentation, talk to Dr. Rhee about your exercise questions. Know that you can begin walking on the day of your surgery but your distance and time will be limited only to what is necessary. Doing too much too soon after your procedure could significantly increase your post-surgical risks.