How long do you rest between sets on average? Why?
1-2 min depending on the exercise and my workout for that day
- Updated Dec 20, 2008 4:52pm
Have you ever had a lifting injury?
Yes
What type of injury was it? How long were you injured? How did you recover?
I've had multiple injuries over the years. I had an acute cervical radiculopathy causing triceps weakness, herniated lumbar disk, AC DJD . . . right now I'm dealing with rotator cuff tendonitis. I've found avoiding aggravating lifts usually allows proper recovery, although it's tough holding myself back. Usually pushing yourself through the pain ain't a good idea . . . although I do need patients to keep my operating room schedule full and pay the bills. ;)
Over the years I've found myself lifting lighter weight and higher reps which seems to helps prevent injuries too.I've had multiple injuries over the years. I had an acute cervical radiculopathy causing triceps weakness, herniated lumbar disk, AC DJD . . . right now I'm dealing with rotator cuff tendonitis. I'v...more
- Updated Dec 20, 2008 4:50pm
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