I have double jointed fingers, I started lifting without gloves.

Noticed my fingers hurt after a workout (I don't mean calluses, skin, etc) but rather probably from gripping dumbbells or barbells tightly..

Does this have to do with my fingers being double jointed? Any studies on this?

This post was edited by ArtofApocalypse on Feb 25 2016 11:19am

For the term double-jointed, if you mean hypermobility, yes, this can cause soreness after a workout from gripping the bar tightly.

The solution is mostly not to grip as hard, and/or try the suicide grip as opposed to the traditional.

oh great, yes hypermobility....

I am just genetically not right to lift.

Thanks

This post was edited by ArtofApocalypse on Feb 25 2016 11:34am

Hi Ray, sorry if this isn't your expertise, in which case feel free to ignore. Do you use/recommend using sunblock in general, and/or a skincare regime?

Just asking because I'm getting co2 fractional laser surgery done soon and my dermatologist told me to wear sunblock every day from now on even though I haven't had treatment yet. It was surprising to me because it's England and February, so it's not very bright at all. I guess he is just making sure my skin stays the way it is until it gets lasered.

I knew the sun's UV radiation causes your skin to age but I assumed because it's not bright or warm here then it would be non existant in my case. Do you think it's worth wearing sunblock indefinitely in the future (months/years after laser treatment I mean)? I'm 22 so it's not a huge concern of mine but I'm just thinking 10+ years ahead

This post was edited by dro94 on Feb 25 2016 03:06pm

Sunblock/Sunscreen is extremely important. I would highly recommend that you use it if you are spending any more than 15-30 minutes in the sun each day. I would recommend looking into a more natural version without nanoparticles, such as the Kiss My Face brand.

Here is the example:


http://smile.amazon.com/Kiss-My-Face-Sunscreen-Sunblock/dp/B0048IDICC/ref=sr_1_1_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1456438085&sr=8-1&keywords=kiss+my+face+sunscreen

and

http://smile.amazon.com/Kiss-My-Face-Sunscreen-Sensitive/dp/B00028PJD8/ref=sr_1_3_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1456438085&sr=8-3&keywords=kiss+my+face+sunscreen

Hey,

I used to work out very consistently for about 5 years straight, 3 years ago. I started recently going back to the gym and have noticed pain in my right shoulder, a slightly sharp pain when I bench at the front corner of my shoulder when I hit about 90 degrees. I did experience this when I worked out before as well but not as much. I did start out slow this time, doing 135 3 sets of 10 just to get back in the groove. It almost feels like my rotator cuff.

Any suggestions/thoughts on what it could be and what I can do about it?

*when I was young, I did break my collar bone, unsure if that's relevant though.

Stats:
Height: 6'1"
Weight: 180
Arm span: 5'11"

What do I eat?

Short Term Goal: Gain strength / muscle.

Long Term Goal: Get a lot stronger / gain a lot more muscle / lower body fat % to 10-12%.

Stats:
Age - 21
Height - 5'5"
Weight - 165 lbs
Body Fat % - 25 ish I think?

I lift 5 days a week roughly 60-90 minutes each session.

Desk job / full time student so not much activity outside of lifting.

edit: been keeping a training log here -- http://forums.d2jsp.org/topic.php?t=73995288&f=60

This post was edited by spt_94 on Feb 26 2016 04:37pm

Definitely sounds like a rotator cuff issue. The solution, much like any other simple injury is rest, ice, compression, and elevation. Good thing the shoulder is already elevated (above the heart), so that leaves rest, ice, and compression. The compression part can be tricky given the location of the shoulder. An ace bandage can work if wrapped correctly, however. Ice should be applied liberally at a rate of around 20 mins on and 40 mins off, 3 times a day. You also should give yourself at least 1 week off to prevent the problem from getting worse. Rotator cuff issues are among the most common in bodybuilding/powerlifting, and often can become serious injuries without proper care.

Also to prevent the problem in the future, make sure you sufficiently warm up before you go heavy. Also stretch between sets, and if you start to feel shoulder pain, STOP immediately and change the grip/angle of whatever exercise you are doing.

Use this plan:

http://forums.d2jsp.org/topic.php?t=21269614&f=60&p=345300636
5x5 plan


and this diet:

Workout Days:

2,500 cals (approx)

Meal 1 - 3 whole eggs + 5 egg whites + green peppers and onions + 3/4 cup oatmeal (uncooked volume) + handful of mixed berries (any)
Meal 2 - 6 oz grilled chicken + 1 cup cooked brown rice + 1 large salad + 1 tbsp olive oil + vinegar
Meal 3 - 2 slices whole grain bread + 1 can of tuna + 1 oz of 2% cheese + 1tbsp mayo + veggies (tuna sandwich) =
Meal 4 - 6 oz grilled sirloin steak 90/10 or leaner (trim off the fat) + 1/2 cup black beans + 1/2 cup brown rice + veggies + 1 tbsp olive oil
Meal 5 - 40g protein shake + handful mixed berries + 1 slice whole grain bread w/ 1 tbsp peanut butter and 1 tsp jelly =
Meal 6 - 3/4 cup of 2% cottage cheese + 1tsp heavy cream + handful mixed berries + 10 almonds + cinnamon to taste =



Non-Workout Days:

2,000 cals (approx)

Meal 1 - 2 slices whole grain toast + 2 tbsp peanut butter + 1 tsp jelly + 20g protein shake (half a shake basically)
Meal 2 - 4 oz LEAN ground beef or steak + 1 cup broccoli + 1 cup black beans
Meal 3 - 1 large apple, 1 large banana, 20g protein shake
Meal 4 - 6 oz chicken breast + large green salad + olive oil and vinegar
Meal 5 - 6 oz salmon or other fish + green beans + carrots
Meal 6 - 1/2 cup greek yogurt + handful of mixed nuts




If the diet isn't cutting it (insufficient gains), please add 500 cals to each and re-evaluate.

Thanks, at what point will I need to worry about cutting down my bf %?

edit: also I am following that 5x5 plan. Entering my 3rd week now. Been tracking it here: http://forums.d2jsp.org/topic.php?t=73995288&f=60

Do you have any tips?

This post was edited by spt_94 on Feb 29 2016 05:38pm