Strength training

I see lots of posts on running/cardio training but what about weight lifting? PM went in 5/2012, revision 7/2012. I weight train but the next day, I have a lot of discomfort starting with getting out of bed in the area above pm. Dr says no weights, can destroy the leads. Just because he's not lifting doesn't mean I can't. Is there anyone else out there experienced in this area?

4 Comments

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by Tracey_E - 2012-12-17 03:12:08

There are drs who say no weights to everyone without giving it much though, there are drs who say no weights because for a particular patient it's not safe for them, there are drs like mine who say if it doesn't hurt, go for it. In general, it's safe and many of us lift all the time and don't have a problem. If your pm is close to the skin, if your leads are particularly tight, then it may not be a good idea for you.

If it consistently hurts the next day then maybe it's not a good idea for you, or possibly you're doing too much too quickly? I'd lighten up and do fewer reps and see how you feel before giving it up altogether. Unless your dr has a SPECIFIC reason why it's bad for you, verify that first

training

by dirtyboots2115 - 2012-12-19 07:12:15

well i have been lifting ever since my implant in 2005,i have done the crossfit workouts for one year no problems. currently im into powerlifting.

No limit for me

by turboz24 - 2012-12-20 12:12:18

I still perform all my standard exercises, bench press (flat, decline, incline), flys, military press, etc.

It all seems to depend on your doctor and possibly lead placement. My EP knew I was a weightlifter and would not give it up, so that was taken into account concerning the leads.

Now, weight training does cause me discomfort with the scar tissue, though and the actual device is uncomfortable.

Do what you have to do...

by cra1970 - 2013-04-26 01:04:22

For some of us, to lift or not to lift is simply not an option. Speaking for myself, I am in a very physical job that requires me to be in shape. If I was 70 and retired, things would be different, but I'm 43. I've had my PM for 3 years now. After the usual 3-month waiting period, I eased back into it, and now basically lift as I once did, but a lot less super-heavy/low reps stuff.
I've been doing a 5 day split, one body part per week.
So far, so good... I will continue until it is otherwise. My job requirements and my overall sanity DEMANDS it.

Now, a few things: The info out there about lifting is incredibly confusing, and you will NEVER find the definitive answer, no matter how much internet research you do.
Also, I understand that the manner in which your leads are placed in the veins has a lot to do with lead damage. My doctor knew how young and active I was, and thankfully placed my leads accordingly. More work for him, better for me in the long run.
Good luck, and hopefully technology will continue to keep up with us!
Leads are stupid- btw, they are the "weak link" in this entire system, and hopefully "leadless" options will be available in the future!

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