I was back at work in 6 days. I only took 3 days off. I sit at a desk mostly. I had a 20lb weight restriction for 6 weeks. I thought recovery wasn't bad at all. The first 48 hrs were rough but after that I was good. My doctor told me prior to my c section that walking is best as soon as possible after surgery. I used that advise for my sleeve surgery also. I think that was a big reason for my quick recovery.