← Return to Aortic Aneurysms – Introduce yourself & meet others

Discussion

Aortic Aneurysms – Introduce yourself & meet others

Aortic Aneurysms | Last Active: 1 day ago | Replies (544)
Comment receiving replies
@dinis

hi, I am interested in some weight lifting but no more than 20 pounds at a time and some sit-ups, but your post said to avoid "isometric exercises that entail the Valsalva maneuver (e.g., weight lifting, sit-ups, pull-ups, push-ups, rock climbing)." Where did you get this information with these specific restrictions. I am an interested too in doing safer exercises for my aneurysm.

Jump to this post

Replies to "hi, I am interested in some weight lifting but no more than 20 pounds at a..."
booklover71 | @booklover71 | Nov 15, 2023

I suggest you speak with your doctor before beginning or continuing your exercise program.

VIEW AND REPLY
jeanern01 | @jeanern01 | Nov 22, 2023

Hi @dinis
I had an aortic repair 5 years ago. My cardiologist was the one I talked to because I couldn’t find a lot of info on exercise. I wanted to row- I had a thoracotomy to repair my aorta so I wanted to strengthen my upper body- I was told I could row just, with no resistance. Also no inverted yoga exercises, which honestly I never thought of, and of course what you listed. My dr and nurse practitioner were very helpful. There are some exercise physiatrist that specialize in exercising with heart issues- we have one here in jacksonville.
Best wishes
Jeane

VIEW AND REPLY