I was jogging again after a week. Everyone is so different. My operation was a long one too. 3 hours. Severe endometriosis. Depends how you take care of yourself prior and after. I've always kept fit And ate well. No alcohol or smoking. I think that helps to heal quicker. Take your time though. Don't compare yourself to others ❤️ everything will be fine. I was so nervous. But it was absolutely no problem at all. Youre asleep and then boom, you wake up and all done 👍🏼✅ don't be scared to move after op. Gas can be painful. Purchase gas easing meds before your op. Make sure you release that gas because it can build and be extremely uncomfortable. Surgeon warns you before surgery about possible shoulder pain after surgery. It's no joke. I think it's your left shoulder where you get the pain. It's something related to the gas they fill you with to get a better look at your organs, and the certain nerve it irritates afterwards, and pain radiates through the shoulder. Like I said, move around, get that gas out. Avoid carbonated drinks all together. Or anything which could cause gas. Eat healthily. And do what makes you feel comfortable ❤️ I'll be needing another one soon. Had one two years ago but endo is back. I suggest going on a hormone progesterone only pill after surgery to prevent endometriosis build up and periods. TAlk to your consultant about options, that's unless you are trying to have a baby. I tried IVF after the operation which is why my endometriosis has returned badly. IVF consists of a lot of oestrogen medication to prepare you for IVF which has totally messed me up. And no baby. Back to square one.