How long after surgery can you start lifting weights?

[bellarn09 1]

My gym is starting a biggest loser compitition and at that time I will be 4 weeks post op. It involves a personal trainer for 10 weeks (2 days a week). Right now I walk 30 mins a day and would love to add more. I plan on asking my doctor when I will be able to do something like this, but I wondered when all of you started lifting weights?

Thank you for any input!

[Russian_BANDit_inNY 4]

I was told by my doc 6 weeks post opp.

[IndioGirl55 32]

Ask your doctor

[bellarn09 1]

I was told by my doc 6 weeks post opp.

That's what I was thinking. Thanks