[vekker]

I really enjoyed the Starting Strength program (I was going to abbreviate it at first, but then realized that sounds a bit sketchy out of context), and I noticed the benefits too. The only reason I quit a few years ago is because of my concerns about the strain it puts on the cardiovascular system. Especially for someone already doing mostly desk work, I wonder how healthy it really is.

I still do resistance training, but with higher reps and less weight. Not incrementally increasing the weight as SS prescribes.

[angrais]

Why do you have this concern? Did you notice any changes in breathing or such?

[vekker]

A family history of high blood pressure and pretty much any doctor I've spoken to advising against strength training with heavy weights.