How long should you wait to lift weights after...

[jdubya1984]

surgery?? Im about 2 months post op and run and do pushups on a regular basis.  How long should you wait until hitting the weights?

[beigedickies]

I've heard some members say they started lifting about a month and a half after.  But I dunno, don't take my word for it.

[JTZ]

surgery?? Im about 2 months post op and run and do pushups on a regular basis.  How long should you wait until hitting the weights?

If you're able to do pushups and run without any pain or discomfort, you're probably ready to hit the weights. I started lifting weights again about 4 wks post op, but I didn't do a "chest" workout until about 6 weeks post op.

[RRB]

I started lifting light weights about 4 weeks post op, built up the weight every week after.  Was at full strength again about 6-7 weeks and now 11 weeks im lifting heavier than i did pre op

[Grandpa Bambu]

I was back at the gym 2 weeks Post-Op and lifting at 3.

John.