Jeepers who workout, weights and gym thread

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That's so true!! First laugh of the day on that.

 

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Anyone have any tips for joint pain such as elbows? I like to lift heavy and it's keeping me from doing so. I had to go lighter but more reps.

 

[OverlanderJK]

Anyone have any tips for joint pain such as elbows? I like to lift heavy and it's keeping me from doing so. I had to go lighter but more reps.

Stop eating carbs.

 

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Stop eating carbs.

I eat very few carbs, mostly protein.

 

[TrailHunter]

Anyone have any tips for joint pain such as elbows? I like to lift heavy and it's keeping me from doing so. I had to go lighter but more reps.

You could try Magnesium.. I think Glycenate form is the best. 100mg twice a day for starters. And stick with it.

 

[WJCO]

Anyone have any tips for joint pain such as elbows? I like to lift heavy and it's keeping me from doing so. I had to go lighter but more reps.

For chest pressing exercises try dumbells vs barbells and instead of keeping the weights perpendicular to your body, turn the inboard side of the dumbell towards your head a little. You'd be surprised how much that relieves elbow tension. Picture below with blue lines as reference. Just experiment with it.

 

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For chest pressing exercises try dumbells vs barbells and instead of keeping the weights perpendicular to your body, turn the inboard side of the dumbell towards your head a little. You'd be surprised how much that relieves elbow tension. Picture below with blue lines as reference. Just experiment with it.

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Thanks, I'll give it a try.

 

[JHaus]

Anyone have any tips for joint pain such as elbows? I like to lift heavy and it's keeping me from doing so. I had to go lighter but more reps.

I've had good results from some joint-related supplements. Hyaluronic acid, glucosamine/chondroitin combo, and MSM.

 

[AZVAJKU]

Anyone have any tips for joint pain such as elbows? I like to lift heavy and it's keeping me from doing so. I had to go lighter but more reps.

Not sure of your age but I experienced the same issues as I got older. Once I dropped the weight down and the reps up it helped a lot. In addition the number of days a week I could work out has changed. Five days on and two off is no longer possible. The bottom line is your recovery time has increased as you get older. Recovery time is probably the most critical aspect now.

Also be as strict as possible in your movements and if that shit hurts don’t do it!

Core is super important and make sure and stretch after your workout. Stretch your back and lower body even if you did not work legs or back as part of your workout.

WJCO is completely correct on the dumbbells. Also try incline instead of flat. That helped me a lot!

As OverlanderJK mentioned eat a high protein diet. The old Food Pyramid is bullshit and carbs kill.

Lastly much of the lifting advice in the blogosphere is oriented towards 20 year olds and guys taking anabolic enhancements so keep in mind that normal humans need way more recovery.

 

[NPC 6060⁸42]

Anyone have any tips for joint pain such as elbows? I like to lift heavy and it's keeping me from doing so. I had to go lighter but more reps.

Been in the same boat. Started using Kaatsu blood flow restriction. Supposed to give the same results with lower weights by increasing mitochondria function. I’m just starting back though since I was stupid back in September and ended up injuring my shoulder.
One thing I will say about diet not to disagree with any of the previous advice about carbs I think it’s most important to avoid refined carbs. Eliminate added sugars but not fruits and veggies.

 

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Not sure of your age but I experienced the same issues as I got older. Once I dropped the weight down and the reps up it helped a lot. In addition the number of days a week I could work out has changed. Five days on and two off is no longer possible. The bottom line is your recovery time has increased as you get older. Recovery time is probably the most critical aspect now.

Also be as strict as possible in your movements and if that shit hurts don’t do it!

Core is super important and make sure and stretch after your workout. Stretch your back and lower body even if you did not work legs or back as part of your workout.

WJCO is completely correct on the dumbbells. Also try incline instead of flat. That helped me a lot!

As OverlanderJK mentioned eat a high protein diet. The old Food Pyramid is bullshit and carbs kill.

Lastly much of the lifting advice in the blogosphere is oriented towards 20 year olds and guys taking anabolic enhancements so keep in mind that normal humans need way more recovery.

I'm 51 and in better shape than I was in my high school football/lacrosse days. After losing 75 lbs I tend to keep pushing myself too hard out of fear of getting big again.
Totally agree on the food pyramid. 90% of my diet is protein (red meat) and my carbs come from fruit. I don't eat vegetables very much because they mess with me.
Yes, the incline is much better for me.

 

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Been in the same boat. Started using Kaatsu blood flow restriction. Supposed to give the same results with lower weights by increasing mitochondria function. I’m just starting back though since I was stupid back in September and ended up injuring my shoulder.
One thing I will say about diet not to disagree with any of the previous advice about carbs I think it’s most important to avoid refined carbs. Eliminate added sugars but not fruits and veggies.

I just looked up Kaatsu blood flow restriction. Looks interesting and I will read more about it. Thanks!