I m in EXTREME PAIN!

[draboo]

Since I ve "retired", and no longer work in the intense physical job that I used to do, I decided to attempt some exercise . There is a workout room at the complex where we live, so 2 days ago me and Ruby go over and try one circuit of machines that are available.

I think I OverDid it. My biceps,triceps and shoulders are killing me. I m about to dig out the Vicoden we have stashed for emergencys like this.

We are planning another session today. Should I go thru the same bunch of exersises again, but with not so much weight and lesser reps?

Or wait for the pain to ease up before I try again??<--of course, thats the option that sounds best!--<

Picking up a cup of coffee even hurts! And I have a rough time straightening out my left arm fully.

Thanks for any feedback, seriously.

Brad

[SoloCamo]

Rest it...if you want results and less pain that is

[GroundZero3]

This sounds like someone jumped in and tried to be super man. Do some stretches and use less weights next time.

DO NOT LIFT IF YOU ARE LOOKING FOR VICODEN

[nickslick74]

Warm up before you exercise! Jog, ride a bike, hop on a eliptical, do something for at least 5 minutes. Do not lift cold!

[no1_vern]

Like GZ3 and Nick said - Dont exercise if your in so much pain your looking for pain meds. Whenever you start an exercise regimen you MUST TAKE it slow until you can relearn what your body can and cannot do. WARM up all the joints you will work out before starting any serious exercise sessions.

[The Real Bingo]

Pretty much what Vern said. But I do not suggest taking significant time off. Rest a day and go back...just ease into the routine, though.

Also, depending on what you're doing, 'warm-ups' are unnecessary. For weight routines, a light weight/high rep first set is all you need. For running, I'd suggest walking briskly first; no stretching or anything like that. Of course, those 'tips' probably counter-intuitive to most athletes, but it works. Also, depending on how often you exercise, two sets should be enough for any single weight exercise; after that, you're much more prone to pulling/tweaking something.

*I'm not a personal trainer, doctor, or kinesiologist...so my advice is purely speculative and based on personal results...anything you do is at your own risk.

[Steve R Jones]

NO PAIN NO GAIN - only applies to much Younger people.

[MegalosSkylaki]

I'll be happy to give you a Four-legged Shiatsu.
Plus, I'll throw in the Tail (mine not yours ) for a soothing touch.

DOOGFURD

[Gomer]

If you are as sore as you suggest, you need to take several days off. What you have done is not exercise, it was injuricise.

[what I would do] I would take the maximum dose of ibuprofen while I recover and I'd make sure to gently stretch those muscles while they heal to reduce scarring/tightening of the muscles that would make them more prone to reinjury.

When I resume... I'D TAKE IT EASY THE FIRST COUPLE OF WEEKS. I'd always warm up a bit to let the muscles know I am going to be using them and I'd always stretch immediately after (before I cool off) to let the muscles know they are done. I'll be a lot less sore and a lot less stiff. [/what I would do]

IMO only of course.

[GroundZero3]

I second Gomer, going right into a workout a day or two after your in this much pain is going to hurt you more than help you