Regular Member Gossamer Posted August 4, 2007 Regular Member Share Posted August 4, 2007 How soon after a hair transplant should one feel comfortable resuming the following exercises: Running? Lifting weights? Heavy weightlifting? Situps/crunches? While I have done a little running and lifted some weights, I want to make sure that I do not stretch or harm the donor area before I increase my level of exercise. Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member Gossamer Posted August 4, 2007 Author Regular Member Share Posted August 4, 2007 How soon after a hair transplant should one feel comfortable resuming the following exercises: Running? Lifting weights? Heavy weightlifting? Situps/crunches? While I have done a little running and lifted some weights, I want to make sure that I do not stretch or harm the donor area before I increase my level of exercise. Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill - Seemiller Posted August 4, 2007 Share Posted August 4, 2007 Gossamer, It is always advisable to check with your doctor, however, I have heard that it is safe to start doing light exercise again after about 10 days. Personally, I started doing some very light lifting and cardio by around that time, and then slowly and gradually increased my weights as time went on. I don't recommend doing any heavy lifting or anything that will put strain on the donor area for the first 3 months. Physical contact sports is also not advisable until after 3 months. Situps and crunches are ok after 10 days or so - but don't put your hands on your head as people have a tendency to tug on the donor area. I hope this helps. Bill Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member Gossamer Posted August 4, 2007 Author Regular Member Share Posted August 4, 2007 Bill, thanks for the response! I generally do crunches and situps with my hands behind my head for form, without really tugging. Do you think that this would be harmful, considering its about 3 months since the surgery? My abs definitely need some work! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest wanthairs Posted August 4, 2007 Share Posted August 4, 2007 for what its worth I resumed boxing several times a week one moth after the procedure. Ive had no problems Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill - Seemiller Posted August 5, 2007 Share Posted August 5, 2007 Gossamer, That should be fine, but be careful. It is VERY tempting after doing several crunches to begin pulling on your head - even without realizing it. I recommend keeping your arms by your side at least for the first couple weeks. Wanthairs, That is typically against medical advice, however, I'm glad you didn't get any additional head injuries. Bill Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member MrJobi Posted August 5, 2007 Senior Member Share Posted August 5, 2007 BE CAREFUL! I wouldn't start lifting, even light until about 3 weeks or so minimum. If you do, be very cautious with your breathing as pressure can build if you don't breath..No sense in screwing up your scar for a couple pull ups! Running should be Ok sooner as there is little pressure put on the area. JOBI 1417 FUT - Dr. True 1476 FUT - Dr. True 2124 FUT - Dr. True 604 FUE - Dr. True My views are based on my personal experiences, research and objective observations. I am not a doctor. Total - 5621 FU's uncut! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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