Pumping iron, pumping risk? study probes Weightlifting's effect on the aorta

This study from Mayo Clinic aims to see how common a widened aorta (thoracic aorta dilatation) is among experienced weightlifters over age 35. Researchers will use ultrasound to measure the aorta in 45 participants who have been lifting weights for at least 5 years. The goal is simply to observe and describe any links, not to test a treatment.