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[Andalite]

Hey Andalite I dont know if you mentioned this somewhere but how did you get your shoulder injuries in the first place? I think I may have tweaked something in my rotator cuff or shoulder while getting dumbells up for inclined bench press.

I have genetically lose shoulder joints. They're naturally prone to dislocations. I got my first two dislocations (one per shoulder) in a Judo tournament - in the same bout actually one after the other. I've had numerous injuries since and they don't get any less painful. I've kept them healthy and safe for a few years now and I hope to keep it that way.

What do you mean you tweaked something?

 

[jdbaker82]

I have genetically lose shoulder joints. They're naturally prone to dislocations. I got my first two dislocations (one per shoulder) in a Judo tournament - in the same bout actually one after the other. I've had numerous injuries since and they don't get any less painful. I've kept them healthy and safe for a few years now and I hope to keep it that way.

What do you mean you tweaked something?

Well about 3 months ago I did something to my shoulder while getting 60 lb dumbells into position to do an inclined bench press. It wasnt a very painful feeling but very noticable for the next month at first I couldn't even put my right arm behind my back without it being very uncomfortable. I was able to still do regular bench presses without any pain but would feel it doing shoulder presses so I layed off for several weeks doing any dumbell inclined or shoulder presses...... Anyway 2-3 months later I think the injury is gone and I did 60 lbs on inclined and again reaggrivated or noticed the same feeling in my right shoulder while trying to get the weights into position its not nearly as bad as when I first got this tweak or messed with my rotator cuff but at this point I really am wondering if this annoyance will entirely go away at this point.

I guess the shoulder is a very fragile and complex joint and I don't know what I should be doing to fix this injury it doesn't seem severe but at the same time its still lingering around and its very unique to one certain position my shoulder has to be in to even notice it (Like getting dumbells into position on a inclined bench, and only certain angles of a shoulder press)

 

[ExtraMile]

Well about 3 months ago I did something to my shoulder while getting 60 lb dumbells into position to do an inclined bench press. It wasnt a very painful feeling but very noticable for the next month at first I couldn't even put my right arm behind my back without it being very uncomfortable. I was able to still do regular bench presses without any pain but would feel it doing shoulder presses so I layed off for several weeks doing any dumbell inclined or shoulder presses...... Anyway 2-3 months later I think the injury is gone and I did 60 lbs on inclined and again reaggrivated or noticed the same feeling in my right shoulder while trying to get the weights into position its not nearly as bad as when I first got this tweak or messed with my rotator cuff but at this point I really am wondering if this annoyance will entirely go away at this point.

I guess the shoulder is a very fragile and complex joint and I don't know what I should be doing to fix this injury it doesn't seem severe but at the same time its still lingering around and its very unique to one certain position my shoulder has to be in to even notice it (Like getting dumbells into position on a inclined bench, and only certain angles of a shoulder press)

i cant give you any medical advice or advice on injuries but the 1st thing i would do is take glucosamine, second thing i would do if it didnt go away would be get it checked by a doctor

 

[Andalite]

i cant give you any medical advice or advice on injuries but the 1st thing i would do is take glucosamine, second thing i would do if it didnt go away would be get it checked by a doctor

Agreed. See a doctor. Don't trust anyone over the internet completely for this. I can help you with exercises and shit but thats all.

 

[Andalite]

Deadlift Training
Mesocycle 19 - Week 1​

Beginning Thoughts:

Just got back from the gym...So tired!​

Workout:

Deadlifts:
415 lbs x 3 reps
455 lbs x 3 reps
455 lbs x 3 reps
435 lbs x 3 reps
435 lbs x 3 reps
The goal was to add density to today's training in comparison to M18 W3 Doubles training....My grip was better than last week but it gave me some trouble on the last reps of every set. Lots of rest in between sets - over 10 minutes every time. This workout took a lot out of me.

Hand Extensions:
2 bands x 15 reps x 3 sets

Swiss Ball Jackknife Pikes:
Skipped​

Videos:

Deadlifts:
YouTube - M19 W1 Deadlift Training.wmv​

Overall Impression:

So I ran this little experiment. I can't help but sleep on my stomach spread eagled on the bed. I just cannot sleep in any other position. But, this awkward position has lead to some hyperextension of the back at night and it's been affecting my negatively because I've been experiencing some back pains - lower back tightness and easy fatigue in general. But, over the last 10 days I have struggled and tried my very best to sleep strictly on my back and it's been a pain in the ass but I have managed to sleep in that fashion for almost all the nights. And I could REALLY sense the difference right from day one actually. Almost NO lower back tightness! I hope this lasts. It's not a big deal but I hate sleeping on my back. Zero comfort.

I hope everyone's had a good week. My weekend has already begun! ​

 

[the.gladiator1987]

do you do deadlifts with straps or chalk or anything? mixed grip or double overhand?

 

[Andalite]

do you do deadlifts with straps or chalk or anything? mixed grip or double overhand?

LOL...there is a video link right there!

I use a mixed grip + chalk

 

[ExtraMile]

dont u find it boring sitting around for over 10mins between sets of deads?! lol...

 

[Andalite]

dont u find it boring sitting around for over 10mins between sets of deads?! lol...

No not really.

 

[JDid23]

ROFL i love how the 2 kids watched you do deads then looked at that other guy and he watched you as well... Same shit happens to me only i am not using 455 pounds

do you know your 1RM dead?