ask for home work, and do it! It’ll suck a bit, but it’ll make the recovery so much better. 
I'll second this! I still do most of the exercises that were recommended after I broke my foot and endured a boot. Simple exercises can be so valuable in getting the body back to calling on various muscle groups appropriately. Any injury, or in your case surgery, disrupts so much. Wearing a boot also can cause movement compensation. Sounds like you are well aware and keeping a positive outlook on your recovery. You've got this!!