Why are those people who are feeling chest pain not allowed to do exercise?

[BeCharmed]

I'm trying to lose weight and tone my muscles. I'm 20lbs overweight but I have sometimes feel chest pains. And my personal trainer is kinda hesitant for me to do some weightlifting because of this. I mean isn't it good for your health to exercise your body?

 

[firefighter337]

You should consult with your doctor if you have chest pain. Sometimes a simple aspirin will "cure" it. I am a Firefighter/EMT, all chest pain is ruled Cardiac, meaning there is a cardiac problem, unless proven by a physician.

Also your trainer is probably afraid your going to croak in front of him and he has no idea how to help you if you do.

Hope everything works out.

FF337