Strength Training and Protein Intake with ADPKD

[brynhr]

Hi,

I am looking for information on strength training with ADPKD. I have recently started weightlifting and am looking to put on muscle mass and increase strength, which was recommended by my GP. I was wondering if anyone else has done a similar program of deadlifts, squats, bench presses etc. Generally compound exercises to maximise exposure to all muscle groups.

My main concerns are:

1. Does anyone have controlled and medicated high blood pressure (mine is currently reading around 130/75-80 at rest) and has done a similar program in the past? If so, did you set any constraints on your workout? My thought would be that your BP goes dramatically low and high during deadlifts due to breath control. Could this present a health risk?

2. What dietary modifications have you made to enable muscle growth given the need for high protein (1.2g/kg for example)? Red meat is bad for kidneys, and protein is processed by kidneys, so I wonder how to achieve my goals without risking overworking my kidneys. Naturally I am drinking lots of water. I am also avoiding supplements like creatine.

Thanks for any pointers.

[gatigatito]

Hi! I been told that eating yout protein is better than drinking protein shakes or protein supplements! and if u do drink them it must be once in a while but it can't be more than 30g of protein. Im kind of the same boat that i've started to lift weights and i want to increase muscle weight;; so im kind of struggling to find a spot where i can increse my protein intake but not damage my kidneys.