Vice President, Internet of Things Group (IOTG), General Manager, Smart Homes and Buildings Division. INTEL CORPORATION. Eric Free is vice president of the Internet of Things Group and general manager of the Smart Homes and Buildings Division at Intel Corporation.
Damage may occur to the spine itself, to the back muscles, to the connective tissues or to other structures in the body, such as the internal organs. In some cases, significant trauma, like hernias or intervertebral disc damage, may occur during weight lifting.sing heavy weights, or lifting when your muscles are overtired, are very common causes of weight lifting back pain. Most injuries caused by weight training are muscular. It is relatively easy to sprain a back muscle or ligament.
Your doctor can help you develop an exercise program tailored to your needs and medical conditions. If you have high blood pressure, here are some tips for getting started on a weightlifting program: 1  Learn and use proper form when lifting to reduce the risk of injury.2  Don't hold your breath. 3  Lift lighter weights more times. 4  Alternate between upper and lower body exercises to let your muscles rest during exercise.ou shouldn't lift weights if your blood pressure is uncontrolled â meaning it's higher than 180/110 millimeters of mercury (mm Hg). If your blood pressure is higher than 160/100 mm Hg, check with your doctor before starting a weightlifting program to discuss any precautions or special considerations.