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    Training/nutrition for older guys

    Hi All, I notice much of the posts/threads deal with gaining weight or bulking up. I am 102KG, probably need to drop 10KG so gaining weight not an issue. :) Also, there doesn't seem to be a lot of material around for 50+ guys (like me) who probably need to re-think routines to allow for injury...
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    [Article] Bodybuilding Exercise : Exercises for Back

    Agree - lifting own bodyweight is a tough gig for most bigger guys or beginners. Helps if you can work on other strength work then work on chins with someone spotting. Get pulldowns and bent rows up there in terms of poundages then give chins a go.
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    Noooooo......Elbow Pain!

    Elbow Pain Depends on where the pain is localised. If on the inside of elbow, is probably Tennis Elbow, if on the outer side, Golfer Elbow. Google both and I think you will gain an understanding of the biomechanics involved. Either way, is tendon soreness from repetitive stress. Probably best...
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    Sciatica

    Thanks for the advice. Piriformis syndrome really seems to describe the symptoms. A long time ago, I had treatment for sacroilliac joint inflammation and I thought it might be recurring, but it looks more like Piriformis. I had a workout on Monday, but will (try to) rest until after I see physio...
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    Sciatica

    I turn 50 in August - was a gym rat in my late 20's to mid 30's. Made a comeback to gym in December 2010 - I have been careful to slowly increase weights, in small increments, high reps (aiming for max 10, min 8). Now on split routines. Recently developed what I think is sciatica - weird as it...
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