Joaquin Malagon Posted November 5, 2017 Share Posted November 5, 2017 Hello community, I've been wanting to start GST for quite some time but due to injuries I've had to wait it out. It has been two years since my more recent injuries. I had developed biceps, triceps & (right) wrist tendonitis from my faulty gymnastics type training, which has become chronic but it is much, much improved since then. I also have one side of my body (from head to toe) that is very tight (left side) and the other side is more flexible and seems prone to injury (right side). As well as an old injury from running that has affected my right knee. I'm finally going to be seeing a PT soon to address my issues. I was just curious as to what my injuries actually are, my elbows were definitely messed up from premature planche training and tricep push ups. Although, the anterior part of the elbow doesn't hurt anymore but rather when performing a light curl (don't worry I'm not doing anything remotely difficult, I think a year+ is enough time to learn from my mistake) for example, I feel a "pull" on the posterior portion of the elbow around the olecranon process (anconeus area), especially during the negative portion. Anyone have experience with this? Just curious while I wait for my PT appointment in two weeks . Also for anyone who has finished rehab, how do you know you are ready to train or exert yourself? I'm worried of injuring myself again once I start. Any input is appreciated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank Santasiero Posted November 5, 2017 Share Posted November 5, 2017 It appears as if your injuries happened while not following the GB program. The GB program is designed to gradually introduce intensity and work capacity while restoring mobility. The beginning of the program starts at a very beginner level. Check with your PT. Maybe starting the GB program from the beginning will help you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pauline Taube Posted November 5, 2017 Share Posted November 5, 2017 Hi Joaquin, I'm sorry to hear about your inures, but happy to hear that you are healing up. As Frank mentioned, it's a good idea to check with your PT first. Building your work capacity while restoring mobility deficits will most likely help you along your way. Even when beginning Foundation form the beginning, always stay off any movements that are causing pain. Please keep us posted on how it goes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joaquin Malagon Posted November 6, 2017 Author Share Posted November 6, 2017 Thanks Pauline and Frank for your input. You're right Frank I was not following nor did I own the GB courses during that time. My approach was hazardous at best. I look forward to staying injury free and I will definitely keep members posted in case they are interested. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joaquin Malagon Posted November 13, 2017 Author Share Posted November 13, 2017 Hey community, I just got back from my physiotherapist appointment. I left with mixed feelings, although my therapist was very knowledgeable, it seems that perhaps my issue is beyond a biomechanical issue. He suggested that I see a specialist in connective tissue diseases to rule out any other possibilities prior to treating the symptoms (tendinosis). It has been over two years since the injury which seems like quite the long time, I know it could take 6 months to a year easily. Also the tension I described on my left side, I didn't realize this but it was not detectable visually which leads to the question as to why my perception tells me otherwise. I really want to get to the bottom of this. Any input or suggestions are appreciated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pauline Taube Posted November 14, 2017 Share Posted November 14, 2017 Hi Joaquin, I understand your frustration and I hope you get to see a specialist soon. In the meantime I recommend keeping up with your training as long as it doesn’t cause you any pain Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joaquin Malagon Posted November 15, 2017 Author Share Posted November 15, 2017 Hey Pauline thanks for the input. Would seeing a Sports Medicine Doctor be a good idea as well? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tanya Hill Posted November 15, 2017 Share Posted November 15, 2017 Hi Joaquin, I do think that would be a great idea. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joaquin Malagon Posted January 6, 2018 Author Share Posted January 6, 2018 Hello Community, waiting for an MRI at the moment although I was thinking about something. Do the programs contain unilateral work whether it's stretching, strength or mobility? Or unilateral drills for activating specific muscles groups? I was curious to know as it would be beneficial for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Étienne Lajeunesse Posted January 6, 2018 Share Posted January 6, 2018 5 hours ago, Joaquin Malagon said: Hello Community, waiting for an MRI at the moment although I was thinking about something. Do the programs contain unilateral work whether it's stretching, strength or mobility? Or unilateral drills for activating specific muscles groups? I was curious to know as it would be beneficial for me. Hey Joaquin, There are many unilateral exercises in all GB courses. It always depend on what you need! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joaquin Malagon Posted January 7, 2018 Author Share Posted January 7, 2018 (edited) Great, thanks @Étienne Lajeunesse. Just the answer I am looking for. Edited January 7, 2018 by Joaquin Malagon 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joaquin Malagon Posted February 24, 2018 Author Share Posted February 24, 2018 Hello community, just thought I'd update people here. I still have not had an MRI due to insurance change, so hopefully sometime soon. In the meantime I have worked on progressions similar to those seen in F1 (which I do not own) and have worked my way up to ground rows, floor pushups, tuck hollow/bent arch holds. My biggest obstacle seems to be too more tension on my left as opposed to my right which seems harder to consistently activate. In fact I don't stretch the right side at all. The left side wants to take over during exercises so I stretch or foam roll that side prior. Lower body might be out of the question for a while. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joaquin Malagon Posted February 27, 2018 Author Share Posted February 27, 2018 Does anyone have any idea what the issue could stem from? Obviously an over the internet diagnosis is not going to be accurate but an idea of what it could be related to would be nice. Any input in general would be appreciated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melina Park Posted February 27, 2018 Share Posted February 27, 2018 Hey Joaquin, I spent the last 3 years working with an issue with my psoas. I’m not an expert, but I stumbled upon this thread, and I might be able to offer you some 20:20 hindsight advice. If you have the means, do physical therapy. Go all in. Put a hold on everything else... including GB until you graduate from physical therapy. They can give you a functional fitness test to identify your weak/strong/tight muscles. And work with you weekly as your body changes. Shop around if you need to, PTs specialize in different things so find one that works for you. As much as you’d like to dive back in, backing off and healing up is worth gold in the long run. It seems like you have many questions on different pain areas, sometimes it’s better to have someone you can show and work with in person. For me, and most people, the area radiating the pain isn’t the problem. Overall, exercises programs a better when you start them pain-free. You get more out of the program and mentally, the setbacks of pain don’t haunt you. I tried several times to jump in before I was ready and, well, it put me back and was mentally frustrating. Having injuries requires a shift in perspective. Here are several questions for you to ask yourself: what are my goals? Is what I am doing working? How have others with similar issues achieved what I want to achieve? And, in five years if I still have pain what would I tell myself to do now? While I may be more active now I still monitor everything, take steps back often, take rest days, and had to say no to running for awhile...but even slow progress is awesome when it’s pain-free. Wishing you the best! Hope this helps 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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