Daily Tip #10 – Don’t train through an injury

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I know this sounds like common sense but I see a lot of people at the gym training through an injury. Don’t get mistaken by my words. We could train AROUND  an injury, but not the injured part itself. I see guys complaining about shoulder pain but then  their buddies would still urge them to work in. In all honesty, I think this is really stupid because you can’t hold your friend accountable for it. Especially if it gets worse. Injuries cause by pushing are the worst as guys really like displaying their strength on the bench press and shoulder press. So heed my words. If it hurts, don’t train the injured body part. Have it checked by the doctor, do your own research and fire your buddy.

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About Edsel

I have been dabbling with weights the last 15 years and seriously studied strength training the last 10. My history in being formally trained in an academic setting started at the University of the Philippines taking up Masteral Units in Human Movement Science. This has been followed since by acquiring certifications from the National Strength and Conditioning Association, Can-Fit-Pro and the Poliquin International Certification Program. View all posts by Edsel

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