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Gym is quiet already, New Years rush is over
Argh, still can't squat or deadlift with whatever's going on in my groin. Had my testicles checked out today and they're all fine (refers to my earlier post) but after going back to BJJ it's still playing up and deadlifting with just the bar caused my groin some discomfort.
I'll probably have to give it at least another couple of weeks. Any suggestions as to what I can do instead of squat to DL in the mean time? Something which basically doesn't require any sort of squatting movement.
Just stop and rest or just do upper body.
My groin has been fine over the weekend so I may try really light squats tonight to see how it goes.
Always give it a week after you feel 'fine'
Gym is quiet already, New Years rush is over
The wrist wraps are very handy with heavier loads for sure.My wrists snapped just watching that.
Absolutely nothing wrong with wrist straps being used. They are protection/prevention aid for your wrists, and make sense when loads get heavier.
Absolutely nothing wrong with wrist straps being used. They are protection/prevention aid for your wrists, and make sense when loads get heavier.
They don't stop your forearms getting stronger, and your wrists have nothing in them to get stronger. Unlike straps/belts, wrist wraps actually serve a solid injury prevention role.Or you could just make your wrists/forearm stronger.
Joints are always the weakest points hence many elbow, knee and shoulder injuries.
Had a crack at the 50s today. First time in 6 years since my shoulder injury. It’s a ropey set but wanted to see how they felt. Short answer is, too heavy for now !
This may be a silly question but, why is that too heavy for you? I mean, I know it depends what you're going for but to me they looked like solid reps.