NikNak01 35 Posted June 7, 2017 How soon after surgery did you guys start adding abs to your workout Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
joeg 27 Posted June 7, 2017 I didn't get cleared till 3 weeks after surgery to do any physical activity at that point ab work outs did not bother me and all my doctor said was listen to my bodySent from my SM-G935P using BariatricPal mobile app Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
OutsideMatchInside 10,166 Posted June 7, 2017 When my Dr told me I could. This isn't something you should take suggestions from on the internet. There is no reason to risk a hernia. Ask YOUR DOCTOR. I was cleared at 6 weeks 1 GBLady41 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CocoNina 210 Posted June 7, 2017 6 weeks according to my doctor to do any lifting over 20 lbs & working out. Except waking.Height: 5'0"Weight for WLS consultation: 216 lbs.Surgery date: 2/13/17Goal: -71 lbs for healthy BMI (about 145 lbs).Current weight: 158.4 lbsMy profile picture is not me. It's my "FITspiration" body. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites