Lifting Weights Post-Op

I am pre-op (3/7) but wanted to know if anyone could answer this question.  I know that the sleeve needs time to heal, and once you're cleared, you can start going back to the gym, but I lift massive amounts of weight to stay strong for my job.  My definition of massive is biased, I will admit that, but I think it's pretty good for a girl.  Anyway, the posts that I have seen have only mentioned up to around 30 lbs.  I currently work out with 750 lbs on the leg press, I squat 550 lbs, bench press around 180 lbs, calf extensions are at 350 lbs, and I dead-lift around 400 lbs.  I've maxed almost all the machines at the judgement free zone gym and have had to move to the free weights to pile more on.   Should I give myself a longer recovery time since I lift heavy?  I know we are not doctors, but I would just like your opinion. Thank you so much.

I won't pretend to be able to answer your question, but I have to say that's pretty cool.  Remind me never to **** you off. 

Aww, michaelw, I only use my powers for good, not evil!

...Said every Evil Genius in every movie...

You are definitely going to have to wait at least the six weeks before you go back to your regiment.  Make sure you get your doctors clearance.  I was told to not lift anything over 10 lbs for the first six weeks. And after 6 weeks off your regiment you'll probably want to ease back into it.  

and might I say....you go girl!

I do strength training. I am in my 50's and feel that it is of great benefit. My experience is that I had to wait 6 weeks post surgery to lift weights. I did do some arm work with low weights making sure that my core was not being used. I was cleared at 6 weeks but any ab work needed to be done gradually. I did get some minor pain at a couple of in the incision sites. I would suggest that you work with the machines after surgery so that you can isolate the muscle group. You need to give your core time to heal. I am 12 weeks out and can do alot of weight also.  Be patient and remember to listen to your body. If you rush too fast you can hurt yourself. I do a treadmill work and that gives my legs a good workout. Increase the incline and it does a good job on your legs. I get that you want to be strong but healing comes first!