How long it takes to run after hernia surgery depends on which type of surgery, such as high hernia sac ligation, minimally invasive surgery, hernia repair, etc., usually around 2-6 months. The details are as follows: 1.Hernia sac high ligation: this is one of the most commonly used surgical methods for treating inguinal hernia, in which the hernia sac is ligated at the neck of the hernia sac and the excess hernia sac is trimmed off, this surgical method is less traumatizing, and it usually requires me to take bed rest for about a week, and you can carry out general activities, such as running, in 2-3 months. 2. Minimally invasive surgery: minimally invasive surgery to treat hernia is through laparoscopic hernia repair, this surgical procedure is less painful, faster recovery, low recurrence rate, generally about 3 months after the operation for running sports. 3. Hernia Repair: Surgical incision is usually used to find the neck of the hernia sac, return the contents of the hernia, repair, ligature, and place a patch, which requires 3-6 months of recovery, after which you can engage in activities. Regardless of the type of surgery, you should follow your doctor’s advice after the operation, and you should also seek medical attention if you are unwell to avoid a recurrence of the disease.