Weird cramping issue.

[Colbaker]

Hi all,

Not sure if this is a medical thread and if it is deemed so then please accept my most sincerest apologies.

Anyway, i started up my weight training today after a very long break and after doing my dumbbell curls i found that my biceps kept cramping and trying to pull my arm in, It was fine if i kept the arm straight but as soon as i tried to bend they would cramp.

Now i used to have this problem with my Abs where i would do sit ups and have to lay flat for a few minutes to stop them cramping, i actually never got over that either.

I am warming up and stretching down so am a bit confused on why this would be happening, I am ready to admit it may be something i need to see my doc about but wanted to know if any of you guys have had anything similar

 

[manic111]

It could be as simple as not eating well enough or being dehydrated, or it could require medical attention. I'm not sure anyone on here could tell you to be honest.

 

[arknor]

Common causes of skeletal muscle cramps may include muscle fatigue, low sodium, low potassium, and/or low magnesium.

Try eating a banana just before you work out?

A.F.A.I.R your supposed to eat a banana if you wake up with leg cramps

 

[icecold]

It's likely to be an electrolyte imbalance.

However, it also concerns me that the only body parts you've mentioned training are you biceps and abs, both of which are quite irrelevant in terms of prioritisation.

 

[arknor]

It's likely to be an electrolyte imbalance.

However, it also concerns me that the only body parts you've mentioned training are you biceps and abs, both of which are quite irrelevant in terms of prioritisation.

It's all about the biceps when your wearing a well fitting tshirt
It's like the wonderbra for men

 

[Colbaker]

It's likely to be an electrolyte imbalance.

However, it also concerns me that the only body parts you've mentioned training are you biceps and abs, both of which are quite irrelevant in terms of prioritisation.

I am training all muscle groups but i only get the cramps in the biceps and abs.

I will try the banana thing and keep hydrated and see if it improves, if not i think i will have to go see the gp.

Thanks for the reply's guys.

 

[icecold]

Hydration is not just about the fluids you intake, but also your electrolytes. Consider buying some electrolyte tablet and looking for good sources in your diet (banana is a good example).

 

[Begbie]

Hydration is not just about the fluids you intake, but also your electrolytes. Consider buying some electrolyte tablet and looking for good sources in your diet (banana is a good example).

On top of this, I get mine from MP. Incredibly cheap and lasts for ages, barely changes the flavour if the water is cold enough too.

Only seem to need it when I'm cycling though.

 

[icecold]

I stick to the tablets for the convenience, keep some in my gym bag. A good investment for everyone tbh, not just people doing sport.