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   Can I still lift weights with a heart condition? (Heart Disorders board)

19th November 2007
I am 45 years old and have been weight training for many years. I have recently been told I have Left Ventricular Hypertophy, Low Ejection Fraction (35%) and Global Hypokinesis. I also have a history of High Blood Pressure, High Cholesterol (LDL), High Triglycerides and Anxiety. I have been on various medications for many years to control these conditions. I am currently taking Atacand (for BP), Zetia (cholesterol) and Effexor (anxiety). My cardiologist has recently prescribed Coreg which I am now taking in addition to my other meds.

I have used many bodybuilding supplements including prohormones, various forms of creatine and stimulants. I also take Multi Vitamins, Omega 3 and Hawthorn Berry. In my 20's I frequently used Cocaine, Meth and I still use Cannabis regularly. I have been Coke and Meth free for around 15 years. I smoked cigarettes from my teens until my early 30's. I do not drink much alcohol although I have in the past. I am aware that these substances may have contributed to my condition.

However my question is could any of my bodybuilding supplementation have caused my heart condition? Will I ever be able to weight train again? What if I were to use low weights with high reps? What about cardio? I have not exercised at all since learning of my condition. But now I feel miserable and have always felt better when I workout regularly.

Are there any bodybuilding supplements that I can still take? What supplements would be beneficial for my heart? What should I avoid using?

Is it possible that taking all these prescribed meds at once could have a negative effect? What about the side effects? Is it really necessary to take Atacand and Coreg together?

Any input would be appreciated.

Thanks.
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