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Old 02-28-2008, 06:15 PM
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Default Re: Bench help

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Originally Posted by dennis View Post
I know you do not want to hear this but if the delts are "messed up " you should not be going overboard on the bench.When I was in my late 20's and midway through the 30's it was so important to me to bench big.Now in my 40's all I need to do on bench is enough to make me sore..It is not important to me anymore to lift a big number on the bench..correct form and keeping myself growing is what is important to me now.I am glad to hear about your progress bro..hard work always pays off..just be carefull with injuries that might shut the bench down for you....
i totally understand. i take anti-inflamatory pills to help. i think once summer comes around i'll try to take some time off from benching heavy and focus on healing up my body.
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