Varicose Veins and Weight Lifting

[azcat]

I am a woman 44 years old. I have varicose veins in the back of my calves. Will weight training hurt these veins, make them bigger, OR help give them support??

Thanks, Cathy

[stikfigure]

Originally Posted by azcat

I am a woman 44 years old. I have varicose veins in the back of my calves. Will weight training hurt these veins, make them bigger, OR help give them support??

Thanks, Cathy

that depends on the degree of the varicosity. if they are superficial spider veins it's less of an issue. always a good idea to check with the doc. if you're not sure.