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Might it be possible that a person strain their abdomen muscles when lifting heavy weights?

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Dr. Roger Palutsis answered

Specializes in Sports Medicine

Yes: Lifting weights can definately strain or even tear your abdominal muscles as well as potential cause a tear of your groin ligaments to cause a hernia. Always progress slowly and use proper technique.

Answered 9/3/2013

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