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So.... I have googled inconclusively...
I have noticed over the last 3 weeks that on chest day when I am bench/dumbell pressing and on arm day when I am working triceps that i have weakness/discomfort in my left (dominant) arm. I assume it is a tricep issue but it happens/is felt in the outside mid section of my left arm.
Possible tendonitis? I'm going to have to rest it for a couple of weeks but am loath to do this as I have only had 1 week this year where i havent hit the gym 4 times.
Any advice on what this could be and how to help it mend fast?!
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"Get in the pool take the pressure off until it heals big up for hydrotherapy x"
I love that advice tbf - swimming is great exercise - but my severe scoliosis means I cant really swim! (Long story) |
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If your theory is correct then it's an overuse issue, you also sort of endorse this by saying you always hit the gym 4 times a week.
Sounds like you need to rest it asap and go and see a physio. If it is tendonitis you don't want to make it worse as it can become much harder to heal. Worst case you could eventually rupture the tendon. |
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If it is tendonitis which I have had loads of from gym/BJJ. Rest is good but active rest. I trained just cut out whatever aggravated it. Ice is great, massage but not just the area but the whole surrounding area as tightness further up might be the actual root of the problem. Most importantly see a physio as they will tell you the exact problem. |
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"Try Biofreeze? Resting would help, easier said than done though! Physio would be able to pinpoint what's wrong.
Treble your omega 3 dosage!!  "
Interesting. Thanks all. Omega 3 trebled!
Prob is overuse etc... will cut out most tricep work for a few weeks and see if that helps. Annoying though. |
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Have a week or two off from upper body work and then stop doing the exercise that aggravates it. I get it from barbell curls so stopped doing them and it hasn’t flared back up since. |
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I can't remember the name for this type of injury but if I remember correctly the way to diagnose it is to hold a big heavy book in a pincer grip at arm's length and you will feel the pain in that exact spot.
It is an overuse injury.
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OP I used to get this. I have historically had weak rear delts and struggle with complete range of motion to get my arms completely over head.
Recently I have been focussing on rear delt work and strengthening my back and have noticed that the pain in the outside of my Tricep area has diminished.
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"OP I used to get this. I have historically had weak rear delts and struggle with complete range of motion to get my arms completely over head.
Recently I have been focussing on rear delt work and strengthening my back and have noticed that the pain in the outside of my Tricep area has diminished.
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Thanks for the reply. I do a lot of rear delt and upper back work. Havent had amy pain with that. Do a day a week of it. Maybe a side delt issue as had some discomfort with that |
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"I can't remember the name for this type of injury but if I remember correctly the way to diagnose it is to hold a big heavy book in a pincer grip at arm's length and you will feel the pain in that exact spot.
It is an overuse injury.
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Cheers. Ye had that. Must be a volume issuenas have been over training in terms of volume last few months really. Need a reset and to change up my routine. Chest flies and pull downs forna few weeks i think. Annoying as wanted to move forward as recently hit 100kg on bench |
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"I can't remember the name for this type of injury but if I remember correctly the way to diagnose it is to hold a big heavy book in a pincer grip at arm's length and you will feel the pain in that exact spot.
It is an overuse injury.
Cheers. Ye had that. Must be a volume issuenas have been over training in terms of volume last few months really. Need a reset and to change up my routine. Chest flies and pull downs forna few weeks i think. Annoying as wanted to move forward as recently hit 100kg on bench"
Well done on the 100kg bench.
If your routine needs a shake up I'd recommend reading Brawn by Stuart Mcrobert.
All the best. |
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"OP I used to get this. I have historically had weak rear delts and struggle with complete range of motion to get my arms completely over head.
Recently I have been focussing on rear delt work and strengthening my back and have noticed that the pain in the outside of my Tricep area has diminished.
Thanks for the reply. I do a lot of rear delt and upper back work. Havent had amy pain with that. Do a day a week of it. Maybe a side delt issue as had some discomfort with that"
I was actually suggesting that weak rear delts, which connect to the scapula. might be causing a muscular imbalance in your the triceps through the triceps scapula connections. |
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"OP I used to get this. I have historically had weak rear delts and struggle with complete range of motion to get my arms completely over head.
Recently I have been focussing on rear delt work and strengthening my back and have noticed that the pain in the outside of my Tricep area has diminished.
Thanks for the reply. I do a lot of rear delt and upper back work. Havent had amy pain with that. Do a day a week of it. Maybe a side delt issue as had some discomfort with that
I was actually suggesting that weak rear delts, which connect to the scapula. might be causing a muscular imbalance in your the triceps through the triceps scapula connections."
Possibly but relatively strong on rear delts tbf. Unless its a genetic weakness at attachment points. Def seems to be tendons though |
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I have this problem as well. What works for me is to keep exercising the part but with the lightest of weights.... To keep the blood circulating and to keep the muscles moving. Some of those large elastic band things can help.... But do it all gently and don't be tempted to push the exercise... |
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"I can't remember the name for this type of injury but if I remember correctly the way to diagnose it is to hold a big heavy book in a pincer grip at arm's length and you will feel the pain in that exact spot.
It is an overuse injury.
Cheers. Ye had that. Must be a volume issuenas have been over training in terms of volume last few months really. Need a reset and to change up my routine. Chest flies and pull downs forna few weeks i think. Annoying as wanted to move forward as recently hit 100kg on bench"
As others have said, see a physio for the injury - hope it clears up quickly. But you should definitely have scheduled deloads in your programme - your body needs them! It will actually help your progress rather than hinder it. |
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You r body and is worth protecting at any cost. See a physio ASAP. Ice for acute issues and heat for chronic trouble relief. Don't try to force a very quick resolution. See a physio and follow their advice |
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"So.... I have googled inconclusively...
I have noticed over the last 3 weeks that on chest day when I am bench/dumbell pressing and on arm day when I am working triceps that i have weakness/discomfort in my left (dominant) arm. I assume it is a tricep issue but it happens/is felt in the outside mid section of my left arm.
Possible tendonitis? I'm going to have to rest it for a couple of weeks but am loath to do this as I have only had 1 week this year where i havent hit the gym 4 times.
Any advice on what this could be and how to help it mend fast?!
Thanks in advance guys"
Like others have said it doesn't sound like a tricep issue but rather tennis elbow.
This results in your brain limiting the power of the affected arm in order to prevent further damage.
At the stage you're at it's usually not enough to just rest it. Proper rehab is essential.
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"So.... I have googled inconclusively...
I have noticed over the last 3 weeks that on chest day when I am bench/dumbell pressing and on arm day when I am working triceps that i have weakness/discomfort in my left (dominant) arm. I assume it is a tricep issue but it happens/is felt in the outside mid section of my left arm.
Possible tendonitis? I'm going to have to rest it for a couple of weeks but am loath to do this as I have only had 1 week this year where i havent hit the gym 4 times.
Any advice on what this could be and how to help it mend fast?!
Thanks in advance guys
Like others have said it doesn't sound like a tricep issue but rather tennis elbow.
This results in your brain limiting the power of the affected arm in order to prevent further damage.
At the stage you're at it's usually not enough to just rest it. Proper rehab is essential.
You can't message me on here as we have men blocked but find me on Instagram and I'll help you out.
@cm_body_evolution
Before anyone says anything, no I do not care about hiding my identity. I'm very open about my sexuality and I run my own business so I don't have an employer than can fire me."
Really appreciate that dude. I've messaged you on insta  |
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