It's so hard to get a "yes or no" type answer for this condition and exercise intensity. I compete in a hybrid sport called Hyrox that combines running and high intensity training zones (sled push, burpees, farmers carry etc). I'm 60 years old with a 4.5cm ascending aortic aneurysm and I have no idea whether or not my training is cardio-protective or risky. I've been training all of my life so I assume my body has some adaptation to extreme exercise but I can't even get a clear answer as to what doctors consider intense.

This was a great discussion! My dad had an aortic dissection at 51. He was in the hospital for two days. His dissection killed him. I have an aneurysm. I'm 45. I'm having surgery in Feb 2025. I've had two TTEs, MRA, MRI Cardiac, Cardiac velocity and CT angiography. My genetic test was negative. I do not have high blood pressure. I'm not obese. I workout regularly (swim competitively, lift). My first TTE was 4.4, my second was 4.6 and my MRA was upwards of 4.9 (according to my surgeon). Because of all of this, I decided to have the surgery. I'd rather it repaired than not. And thanks to the John Ritter Foundation for connecting me with a great Aortic Advocate!

I was lucky enough to have some competent Drs who sent me to Double check- it was non intrusive- a little uncomfortable, but happier discovering my Aneurism- and planning around it- sure it’s scary- but now each day is precious- so glad I get to see my Kids and grandkids- so thankful for Technicians- and so very thankful to Christ

Had my disection 11 1 24 had a ct scan right away with die.they said i needed the operation right away i sighned the paperwork and i was out.river side did my work.they did good work high care.smoked a lot of years but the need to smoke left me when i woke.

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Thank you for making this information publicly available. I think many people have a lot of questions and don't know where to get the answers. Many of the questions covered here really helped address many of my own questions. Amazing content and amazing insight. Ultimately, we should all talk to our provider but sometimes our questions come after seeing our medical professional and they're not always available (understandable). Knowledge is power and for me it's comforting. Keep it up the great work!

I have been diagnosed with asending at a 4 and disending at 4.5. . My back and chest hurt .

I had typa a arch and elephant trunk surgery. I was told i might die and i wasnt afraid because i was in the right room

Boy his 2 sons look so much like him wow, great job you guys are doing 👏🏾 🙌🏾 RiH John We miss you ✌🏾❤️

This was fun to watch . It seems as if you all enjoy what you do and truly care for people

I found this on google: Can vitamin C shrink an aortic aneurysm? Vitamin C attenuated the development of AAA, decreasing maximal aortic diameter by 25.8% (P < 0.05) and preserving elastin lamellae (P < 0.05).

My aorta increased in dilation from 3.1 to 3.5 and don’t have high blood pressure. Trying to figure out why before it gets bigger. Thx for the content. I am an Energy drinker.

I had my dissection (arch to iliac) a few weeks prior to John Ritter's death. I was fortunate to have excellent emergency care at Froedert (Milwaukee). Dr. Roselli has done four follow-up aortic surgeries in the 24 years after. Thanks go to him for keeping me alive.

My name is Donna wood and my brother chip Wilson of Arizona died several years ago of three aortic dissections. The doctors said because of that number at one time surgery was impossible and we lost him 12 days after his diagnosis. He had. No idea he had a problem of that sort.

Information is the power to make the best choices for ourselves.

Hello, my name is Kiersten and I had a type one aortic dissection at age 30 I am now 32 and having continuous heart problems I had genetic testing done and I did have a mutation that was related to Loeys Dietz Syndrome I now have within the year, developed a murmur, and three of my valves are leaking and the aorta is bicuspid and is now growing sclerosis I think is the right word .. my heart rate is not being stabilized with medication anymore and I feel like I am not being heard .. I am feeling worse and dizzy 😵‍💫 all the time with 4 kids and a stay at home mom ..

Thank you for the great information!

About 5 days before he died, my guy felt achy, and he said he wasn't sure if it was muscular or glandular.

This is so wonderful.

I bruised my ribs 6 years ago, went to the er, had a chest xray. The er doctor said my heart was enlarged. To make a long short I was diagnosed with an ascending aortic aneurysm.

Thank you for posting.

My 1st dissection was 4-2016 my second a year ago - 8-2023. Am involved with the Ritter Foundation also. Blessings to All!

Thank you for sharing your experience and overcoming such a devastating situation. I was diagnosed recently with a 4.3 Thoracic Ascending Aortic Aneurysm and it truly left me almost speechless. CHF is also a diagnosis along with this. However I am very optimistic and have faith in God to heal me. My sibling also had the same diagnoses five years ago, except hers was larger than mine. She kept faith that God would heal it. Sure enough a couple months ago, her recent CT scan does not show the aneurysm and her cardiologist documented it and she showed me the results so I’m going to BELIEVE for my miracle too! Thankful for this channel, the John Ritter Foundation, and this brave man for sharing his story! God Bless You All! ❤

I watched a different where the doctor seriously questioned the idea of a hinge point. Something about the data based on 70 year olds

Amy, you are a beautiful person ❤

❤ John ❤

My ascending aneurysm(4.8 cm)was discovered when getting a scan for calcium plaque due to high cholesterol. I am 58 years old. My calcium reading came back 0.0- no plaque. That would go along with evidence that people with aneurysms tend to have less plaque in their arteries. My mother died at 66 from a abdominal rupture and my aunt died from an aneurysm at 40. So that possibly shows some familial tendency.

I’m really sorry for your loss Nancy and Justin… I used to work with you guys years ago and Liv was a very special baby. I would think about her all the time… I’m really sorry and my prayers are forever with y’all.

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Imagine being so fat that you get out of breath sitting on your chair and talking

I just watch CBS News and it was Grant's spouse. Beautiful ❤️ family!

Amy should start a podcast it would bring so much more traffic to the foundation.

Amy is a true blessing. John will always be missed. Was and is still my favorite of all time. I swear John is where Jim Carey got his goofy comedy from.

I am listening to all of thid and would like more info. My aortic team isn't much of a team and don't answer questions on exercise. I am just winging it and have a feeling I am going to hurt myself.

32:02 ... Does that mean I can lift a barbell if I can breath through the reps, that is, if I don't do a breath-holding Valsalva?

Amy, I love you. Always. You're absolutely the funniest actress ever. After a lifetime I'm still watching Wings. You and Steve... Ahh

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A lovely tribute

My Mum had aortic dysection and got an operation in India. Which gave her an extra 3 years with us.

Wonderful interview! Thank you Amy and the JRF for your work and advocacy.

They look like their daddy!🥰 What a joy to see!❤️

Very informative and easy to follow.

I have AAA (Abdominal Aortic Anehrysm), what exercise is safe for me to prevent a rupture?

Basically life just ends if you are the typs that enjoys strenuous activities. 😢

nice presentation....thanks

what do you think about one arm lifting.....one arm pull downs...one arm bicep curls ...one arm tricep extensione....using dumbells........Thanks

I have watched many presentations on this topic and I found this to be truly excellent. Thank you for including the footage of the actual operation.

People around you most often don’t understand. Sometimes it is that they have a hard time conceptualizing what happened and think you had a heart attack of some kind or that you’ve had surgery and you’re all good now. Not that heart attacks are less serious, it’s just not the same situation.

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