Dr. Arslanian will encourage you to begin some light walking within the first few days of your breast augmentation to prevent blood clots and help speed up the healing process. You can expect to wait at least two weeks before slowly resuming more vigorous cardio. During these two weeks, you should only attempt to lift up to 10 pounds.
About six weeks post-op, you can resume lifting weights and performing other exercises involving your chest muscles, such as pushups. However, it’s important to gradually work back into your usual exercise routine, paying attention to how your body responds to the movement. Dr. Arlsanian and his team are more than happy to discuss your recovery timeline at any point.