S steve.job New member Apr 21, 2018 #1 I have an abdominal hernia and I wonder if when I start training I have to avoid exercises that involve my abs area? or I can but light lifting, I just to want avoid aggravation of my hernia, thank you for yor advices.
I have an abdominal hernia and I wonder if when I start training I have to avoid exercises that involve my abs area? or I can but light lifting, I just to want avoid aggravation of my hernia, thank you for yor advices.
stevesmi Head Mod Elite Moderator Apr 21, 2018 #2 depends on the hernia size.. i've been working out with that for years with no problems, if it gets bigger i will address it
depends on the hernia size.. i've been working out with that for years with no problems, if it gets bigger i will address it
muskate High End Bro Platinum Apr 23, 2018 #3 Personally - I wouldn't risk it. Get surgery first to fix the hernia, then start weight training. You can make the hernia a lot worse by weight training. Fix the problem, then start weight training.
Personally - I wouldn't risk it. Get surgery first to fix the hernia, then start weight training. You can make the hernia a lot worse by weight training. Fix the problem, then start weight training.
RoySimpson EF MOD Moderator Apr 24, 2018 #5 I would address the problem first. Then get back into weight training.
stevesmi Head Mod Elite Moderator Apr 25, 2018 #6 running to the doctor to have unnecessary surgeries are a great way to reduce your lifespan
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