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Hernia Awareness & Recovery

Strange Sensations After Hernia Surgery: What’s Normal Months or Years Later?

Recovering from hernia surgery isn’t always as straightforward as many patients might expect. While most people anticipate some pain, swelling, and discomfort during the initial healing period, what happens when you begin experiencing unusual sensations months or even years after surgery? You may notice an occasional pulling sensation near the surgical site, a feeling of pressure when sitting, or something that seems to shift when you move a certain way. These sensations may not even be painful, but they can be unsettling, particularly if you’ve previously experienced a hernia recurrence. As someone who has undergone multiple inguinal hernia repairs, including surgery for recurrent hernias, I’ve become quite familiar with the physical and psychological challenges of recovery. I’ve also learned that feeling something unusual doesn’t necessarily mean something is wrong. Not Every Unusual Sensation Means Your Hernia Has Returned One of the more challenging aspects of recovering from hernia surgery is learning to distinguish normal postoperative sensations from symptoms that might indicate a problem. Following surgery, it’s possible to experience a variety of sensations, including tightness or pulling around the surgical area, occasional pressure or...
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I’m a longtime fitness enthusiast, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu practitioner, and advocate for training smart after 40.

BudoBelly is where I share practical, experience-based insights on fitness, nutrition, and combat sports for older athletes with a focus on staying strong, lean, and injury-free for the long run.

My journey started in 2012, when I committed to improving my health through kettlebell training and better nutrition, ultimately losing over 50 pounds. In 2015, I began training in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu at Vitor Shaolin’s Jiu Jitsu Academy, fulfilling a lifelong goal of studying a martial art.

Now in my mid-50s, I train as a Purple Belt under Andre “Tim” Monteiro at A-Force Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and have competed in the Masters division. I also train boxing at Eastern Queens Boxing Club.

Along the way, I’ve also navigated the realities of training later in life, including multiple hernia surgeries and the challenges of recovery. After a recurrence and repair in 2025, I’ve shifted my focus toward building a stronger, more resilient body using boxing, core training, and intelligent strength work to prepare for a long-term return to BJJ.

This site reflects that evolution.

Here, you’ll find content on:

  • Boxing training for beginners over 40

  • BJJ training, recovery, and longevity

  • Core strength and injury prevention

  • Simple, effective gear and training tools

Fitness and combat sports have had a profound impact on my life. I created BudoBelly to document the journey. This is not just for myself, but for anyone looking to train hard, stay healthy, and keep improving well past 40.