Exercises

I’d like to also recommend Encore the YWCA ‘s free 8 week hydrotherapy course - 2 hours per week .It includes weekly talks on matters of interest eg Otis foundation , reconstruction , prostheses as well as an hour of pool exercises focussing on lymphoedema.The program is extensive in NSW as I think it has state govt support but non existent in Victoria with the other states having smaller programs.It’s a great way to meet up with others too.

It's absolutely not too much or too soon. My physio just said to wait 10 weeks. I was scared about doing body weight exercises etc etc but my breast surgeon said all is okay and to go for it. So I have. I do some aquafit classes which works upper body also...good starting point. I do machine weights, kettle bells and dumbells... and I'm working on body  weight exercises. I still really struggle holding my own weight (being really fat did not help) however as I've got smaller I can at least hold my weight for a plank. So start off light and increase as you feel ready. If you do it regularly you'll improve quickly. 

I don't do boxing as it plays hell with my neck (even in water) but no reason why you can't. It will feel weird at first but you'll adjust. If sore the next day across the chest...don't freak out...its just using that chest muscle again . ..a quick massage will help.

If you're anywhere other than Victoria you could start with the Encore program at the YWCA. It seems to have a good reputation here.

www.ywcaencore.org.au

Hi @Claudia79, often the best way is to start gently and work your way back. An exercise physiologist could give you some guidance. Hope it all goes well for you  :)