This may be the most common question I hear from men considering gynecomastia surgery in Michigan.

Exercise is important. Weight loss improves health and can reduce body fat. But true gland tissue usually does not disappear with workouts.

Why chest workouts usually do not fix it

Many men spend years doing push-ups, bench presses, and extra chest exercises hoping their chest will improve. If the fullness is caused by fat alone, weight loss may help.

If firm gland tissue is present behind the nipple, exercise usually will not remove it. In some men, building the pectoral muscle can even make the fullness more noticeable because the gland remains on top of the muscle.

Fit men can still have gynecomastia

I frequently see men who are athletic, lean, and at a healthy weight but still have gynecomastia. That does not mean they failed with diet or exercise. It means the problem is probably gland tissue, not just fat.

The right treatment depends on whether the fullness is fat, gland tissue, loose skin, or a combination. READ MORE

Key takeaway

Exercise can improve your body and reduce chest fat, but it usually does not eliminate true gynecomastia. The first step is determining what tissue is actually present.

If you are bothered by chest fullness, puffy nipples, or gynecomastia, schedule a consultation with Trupiano Plastic Surgery in Troy, Michigan. An examination can determine whether the fullness is fat, gland tissue, loose skin, or a combination.