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A 37-year-old male asked:

I have been told not to try and build a six pack after abdominal hernia mesh repair surgery, however am keen to take up ju jitsu, is this ok ??

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Dr. Randy Stevensanswered

General Surgery 26 years experience

Walk walk walk: after mesh hernia repair you should start with walking. Wait 6-8 weeks after repair for the hernia to heal.

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