Once you have recovered from your c-section and no longer have any pain, it's usually safe to start low-impact exercises, such as swimming, pilates, yoga, gentle jogging and low resistance gym work.

How long after C section can you exercise?

If you've had a C-section delivery, wait to jump into your post-pregnancy exercise regimen until at least six weeks postpartum, after you've visited your health care provider. Passing these two milestones before you begin exercising is vital to ensuring that your recovery goes smoothly.

What exercises not to do after C section?

Exercises To Avoid After C-Section

You should avoid planks, crunches, sit-ups, twisting movements, and push-ups in the first twelve weeks after starting to exercise again. It is vital that you only start exercising once your core has healed from the surgery.