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Elong said:
Swimming knackers me like, I don't think I have a great technique which doesn't help. Used to go to the pool a couple of days after a cricket game when I was playing a higher level and run a few k's in it, really good on the joints.
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Aye, there was a bloke at the pool last night. A big fella, obviously works out, but his technique was awful.
 

Having a day off today after 4 in a row. Just going to do some core instead. I've pulled something in my upper back which is annoying, at least it isn't my lower back.
 
maddison said:
Just be careful with your exercise selection if you've had disc problems. There are certain movements that you should avoid in strongman training, log press being a big no no. When doing a log press there is typically quite a lot of backwards lean, which isn't good if you've had a disc problem.

Try front squatting more, you'll get less stress on your discs. Dale Norris who used to win the Welsh strong man every year he wasn't injured before switching to MMA had to transition to them for the bulk of his training after a disc bulge.

You'll also likely lack some back control, so make sure someone is watching your deadlift and making sure you have no play in your alignment when pulling. Don't assume someone will know to look for this either

Brian Carol has a few videos up on his webpage, with Stuart Mcgill giving him some one on one instruction. http://briangcarroll.com

Avoid sit ups, crunches, and good mornings too.

Good luck with the 200kg (y)
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Cheers Maddsion.

I'll be honest with you, if it makes my back ache too much then i don't do it. I started doing kettlebells last year but stopped after a few sessions as it just put too much pressure through my back. The guy who I have for PT has some immense knowledge and experience in power lifting (especially for his age!) and he's happy with my form in the likes of deadlifting - since i've started it I was wary and so made sure i kept good form rather than just trying to go to heavy beyond my limits.

I'll take a look at those vid's though thanks b)
 

Spencer said:
Cheers Maddsion.

I'll be honest with you, if it makes my back ache too much then i don't do it. I started doing kettlebells last year but stopped after a few sessions as it just put too much pressure through my back. The guy who I have for PT has some immense knowledge and experience in power lifting (especially for his age!) and he's happy with my form in the likes of deadlifting - since i've started it I was wary and so made sure i kept good form rather than just trying to go to heavy beyond my limits.

I'll take a look at those vid's though thanks b)
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It's all about disc movement, you need to avoid it.

The kettle bell pain is likely because you're got some play going on in your back when you do the movements.
 

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