The Bodybuilders Thread: Circuit II

Since we are asking about our aches and pains.
Been working out for around a year. 6 times a week. Seen some good progress. Problem is everytime i do any chest related exercise like bench, flys, dumbell chest press, my left shoulder gets really sore and i have to stop way before my chest is actually fatigued at all. The weights are light so i dont think im trying to push too heavy. Ive been meaning to go to check it out. Physio or biokineticist? Any other tips or things that could be causing the problem?
 
davidc75 said:
Since we are asking about our aches and pains.
Been working out for around a year. 6 times a week. Seen some good progress. Problem is everytime i do any chest related exercise like bench, flys, dumbell chest press, my left shoulder gets really sore and i have to stop way before my chest is actually fatigued at all. The weights are light so i dont think im trying to push too heavy. Ive been meaning to go to check it out. Physio or biokineticist? Any other tips or things that could be causing the problem?
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Are you warming up your shoulders before chest workouts? Is your form correct?
 
The_Mowgs said:
Are you warming up your shoulders before chest workouts? Is your form correct?
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I do a warmup befor i start. I think my form is correct. As for my form i think its ok. I try to keep my elbows in and not flare my shoulders as i can feel that it exacerbates the problem.
 
this is just my ego talking but am I the only one still feeling too weak for their old routine, I barely completed my sets yesterday and I was using maybe 60% of my milestones from last year :cry:
 
rayven_king said:
this is just my ego talking but am I the only one still feeling too weak for their old routine, I barely completed my sets yesterday and I was using maybe 60% of my milestones from last year :cry:
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it'll come back quick. Just keep it up.

I took 3 weeks off and started with about 30% less volume than I when I stopped. I literally karked off the first week with DOMS and fatigue. Week 2 was better and by week 4 I was hitting the same volume and weights again.
 
davidc75 said:
Since we are asking about our aches and pains.
Been working out for around a year. 6 times a week. Seen some good progress. Problem is everytime i do any chest related exercise like bench, flys, dumbell chest press, my left shoulder gets really sore and i have to stop way before my chest is actually fatigued at all. The weights are light so i dont think im trying to push too heavy. Ive been meaning to go to check it out. Physio or biokineticist? Any other tips or things that could be causing the problem?
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Either is a good starting point. Personally, I would go see a Bio first.

http://sic.org.za/what-we-do/the-difference-between-physio-and-biokinetics/

Where are you located? I can refer you to someone that charges decent rates and is good in Fourways.
 
davidc75 said:
Since we are asking about our aches and pains.
Been working out for around a year. 6 times a week. Seen some good progress. Problem is everytime i do any chest related exercise like bench, flys, dumbell chest press, my left shoulder gets really sore and i have to stop way before my chest is actually fatigued at all. The weights are light so i dont think im trying to push too heavy. Ive been meaning to go to check it out. Physio or biokineticist? Any other tips or things that could be causing the problem?
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After a workout where it was sore, how long does it take to feel close to 100% again? I'm not expert, but if you are OK like 2 days later then go to a bio. If you are actually injured like a few days later still, go to a physio.

How is it if you use a neutral grip for dumbbell chest press?
 
davidc75 said:
Since we are asking about our aches and pains.
Been working out for around a year. 6 times a week. Seen some good progress. Problem is everytime i do any chest related exercise like bench, flys, dumbell chest press, my left shoulder gets really sore and i have to stop way before my chest is actually fatigued at all. The weights are light so i dont think im trying to push too heavy. Ive been meaning to go to check it out. Physio or biokineticist? Any other tips or things that could be causing the problem?
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Skip the flys - they put a lot of pressure on your shoulders. Rather do cables
 
Thanks for all the replies. Think ill go to a bio. Neutral grip same pain. Its like my whole left arm is fatiguing and my hand also gets quite tired even though my grip isnt being stressed. The pain goes away almost immediately after i stop the exercise, but it will twinge the rest off my workout. Only on chest day. Doesnt bother me when i do shoulders at all. Maybe my left shoulder (non domimant side) is weaker and just cant take any weight.
 
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yeldoom said:
I tried searching this thread but didn't find any feedback on Supplements SA whey protein. I'm thinking about buying the following:
Whey Protein Concentrate: https://www.supplementworld.co.za/supplements-sa-whey-protein-concentrate.html
and
SSA Creatine Supreme: https://www.supplementworld.co.za/supplements-sa-creatine-supreme.html

Is this a good buy?
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I used SSA whey in the beginning. Mixed fine with milk or water, no clumping. Until I bought a 3 L oneday and there were small little insects in the whey powder. Probably extra protein
 
yeldoom said:
I tried searching this thread but didn't find any feedback on Supplements SA whey protein. I'm thinking about buying the following:
Whey Protein Concentrate: https://www.supplementworld.co.za/supplements-sa-whey-protein-concentrate.html
and
SSA Creatine Supreme: https://www.supplementworld.co.za/supplements-sa-creatine-supreme.html

Is this a good buy?
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https://mybroadband.co.za/vb/showthread.php/501094-Gym-Supplements

I would however be very mindful of a product that boasts this: "15% size increase in 6 days."

I hate protein powders. They are siff, and have stuff in them that I don't need. Most here recommend MyProtein. It's however quite expensive and difficult to get in. I use the following when I cannot get a protein source in after any workout:

https://www.takealot.com/optimum-nu...t1kAKgYDMWgMtzPUPyYjwjSF0wP_YfBUaAtd9EALw_wcB

It should be noted that I eat enough protein to fuel growth for my endurance training. I purely take the protein shake to accelerate recovery as I often do 2 x 1/1.5 hour sessions a day, and around 4 hours on a Saturday.
 
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Gothan said:
I used SSA whey in the beginning. Mixed fine with milk or water, no clumping. Until I bought a 3 L oneday and there were small little insects in the whey powder. Probably extra protein
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How close to the expiry date?
 
yeldoom said:
That's **** expensive.
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Yeah - it is. But it does not have creepy crawlies in it... :sick:

Just did some quick maths.

Optimum Nutrition 100% Whey Gold Standard - R16 per serving

Supplements SA Whey Protein Concentrate - R7.5 per serving
 
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Are there any private/unknown Gyms in or near Durbanville/Brackenfell?

I'm looking to see if I can go to a place where there's more than one squat rack? Bleh.
 
Emjay said:
Yeah - it is. But it does not have creepy crawlies in it... :sick:

Just did some quick maths.

Optimum Nutrition 100% Whey Gold Standard - R16 per serving

Supplements SA Whey Protein Concentrate - R7.5 per serving
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Per serving means nothing really, per Kg is more useful. I always do my whey comparisons by Kg when looking for the best deal, I usually go for whichever USN or Nutritech deal is the best at the time of needing to restock. It's usually between TAL or Chrome ;)
 
Eedubz said:
Per serving means nothing really, per Kg is more useful. I always do my whey comparisons by Kg when looking for the best deal, I usually go for whichever USN or Nutritech deal is the best at the time of needing to restock. It's usually between TAL or Chrome ;)
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Nutritech is awesome! I am currently trying titan labs and the taste is excellent
 
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