[quote]njrusmc wrote:
To rb33:
I’m dealing with a particularly nasty AC injury and wrist injury at the same time. The wrist injury prevents me from gripping bands, so shoulder rehab is very difficult. It’s been 15 weeks (almost 4 months), and I’ve lost 12 lbs, my body fat is the same. Basically, I went back in time 18 months in terms of gains. On top of that, I can only type one handed, which severely affects my job and study efforts at home.
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Do not get discouraged. Once you achieve a weight, it’s easier to get it back then to reach it. I was 197 for the longest, but then I hit 210. I lost 10 lbs, then easily gained it back. Now I’m 198 again and pretty weak, but WHEN I heal, I’ll get it back again. So will you.
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MRI showed nothing for me. Labrum, RC muscles, and tendons all healthy. Just a little inflammation at the AC joint … yea right. Bitch has been hurting for 4 months I haven’t done a single pushup since. Find rehab that woks; scapular wall slides, overhand band pulses … there are so many things out there.
The “hips” comment is a valid one. I have a bad pelvic tilt and I’ve been working to fix it … but again, I can’t use my shoulder or my right hand. It’s difficult to do anything, and very discouraging. Maximal regression. Just don’t quit and become one of those guys who “used to lift”.[/quote]
Thank you for your support. I hope we will be able to work out as hard as we used to do. Kettlebell swings are great to cope with the pelvic tilt as to my experience, maybe you could try it.
And no, i havent quitted yet. I still go to the gym sometimes to do some lower body workout. If not i do at home with bands. Motivation decreased but luckily passion is still there.