limited mobility

traveller · #1 June 7th, 2004, 11:36 PM

I think you guys may be amused by my problem I had today while showering at the gym. I normally prefer showering at home because I'll never worry about forgetting anything like a shirt, a pair of socks or underwear. This morning, however, I needed to workout after spending over 12 hours working through the night at the office, and I definitely needed a shower. At the gym I worked out arms for a few hours. My arms were so pumped, that my forearms and biceps limited my range of motion even more than normal. For example, in my normal, 'cold' state (19"), I cannot bend my arm to touch any part of my anterior deltoids; my biceps and forearms get in the way. If my pecs are pumped, I have problems reaching parts of my face and neck. So, after my workout, in the shower, I could barely wash parts of my shoulders, and couldn't wash my back without a long wash cloth that I lacked at the gym. That was a bit frustrating for me because I felt so grungy.

That gym where I worked out today is in the suburbs south of San Francisco. It's not the type of place where you ask someone to help wash your back. If I worked out at Gold's Castro or SOMA, I *might* of toyed with the idea of asking someone for help, but I probably would never have the nerve to do so. :^P

Traveller

arpeejay · #2 June 8th, 2004, 03:04 AM

<send cell phone number to Traveller>

Darlin', anytime your back needs washin', just give me a holler. It's a bit of a hike from Ann Arbor to the Bay Area but BELIEVE ME I'd be glad to oblige!

:-)

xoxo

richard

Notbigenuff · #3 June 8th, 2004, 04:40 AM

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Originally Posted by traveller

I think you guys may be amused by my problem I had today while showering at the gym...My arms were so pumped, that my forearms and biceps limited my range of motion even more than normal. For example, in my normal, 'cold' state (19"), I cannot bend my arm to touch any part of my anterior deltoids; my biceps and forearms get in the way. If my pecs are pumped, I have problems reaching parts of my face and neck. So, after my workout, in the shower, I could barely wash parts of my shoulders, and couldn't wash my back without a long wash cloth that I lacked at the gym. That was a bit frustrating for me because I felt so grungy.

Traveller, you have a way of making me jealous, and somewhat 'excited,' at the same time! I've had situations where I have been sore enough the next day from a too long work out where I couldn't lift my arms to tie my tie so I have an idea of what you are talking about--and though my arms aren't as large as yours (only 17") I have had a situation where I was asked to touch my shoulder but couldn't because my bicep got in the way, which I thought was cool actually and it impressed the guy I was working with (it was a stage combat class by the way).

So I say enjoy the experience and think of the growth that you're about have from such a good pumo! At least I've always noticed that an increase in pump size seems to be followed by an increase in cold size

brent · #4 June 8th, 2004, 06:40 AM

Thank you for your post. God, I hope I can have problems like that soon.

#5 June 8th, 2004, 08:12 AM

I think the poll results are in favor of envious and willing rather than amused. :-)

Next time, just "go for it", you might even get your butt flicked with a wet washcloth after he's done and a date for the night too. LOL

Or next time you see someone in the same situation, mention your experience in this problem and volunteer (don't forget the butt flick). ROFL

claygrant · #6 June 8th, 2004, 11:24 AM

I'll add my 2 cents here... I have 15" arms and lately I've had trouble adjusting my headphone earbuds after a bicep workout. It's funny but also damn motivating at the same time. I can't even imagine how I'd reach to scratch an itch on my back if I had 19" guns!

ottomun6 · #7 June 8th, 2004, 12:59 PM

...hmm, maybe if I flew to San Fransisco to check on the....uh, ....uh, public facilities and, um... public -well-being of...uh, local bodybuiders, maybe I could justify the trip

. Yeah, that's it!! I can't let a fellow muscleman hurt himself trying to reach those muscle bound bodyparts!! It's my civic duty to help others

[insert Yankee-Doodle music here]

RadRx · #8 June 8th, 2004, 01:06 PM

Am I the only one smirking that the guy named 'traveller' has limited mobility?

For some inspiration on this front, check out www.bigmikemorris.com This guy is a complete tank in the gym.

So I guess now we'll all be using bad hairstyles and open collars as criteria for a true muscleman?

RadRx

brent · #9 June 8th, 2004, 01:47 PM

That Mike is f**king HUGE!

This limited mobility story reminds me of when I was in the Navy, there were several guys on my ship with arms so big, they couldn't salute properly... I wish I had that problem too!

arpeejay · #10 June 8th, 2004, 04:11 PM

And his hair is perfect!

rpj

Jace · #11 June 9th, 2004, 12:42 AM

I honestly don't know where guys get their motivation to build their bodies up. I am in such awe.

It seems almost hopeless for me. But it's so great to hear what other have been acomplishing.

I can't even fathom being muscluar! =)

WTG!

jace

jco2007 · #12 June 9th, 2004, 04:04 AM

Hey Jace

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...But it's so great to hear what other have been acomplishing.

I can't even fathom being muscluar! =)

You're not the only one (I feel the same way), I agree with you in that its good motivation to see what others are achieving with their determination. For me anyways, I salute them (respect guys), and draw inspiration and endeavour to stumble along my own path hopefully away from skinnydom.

#13 June 9th, 2004, 05:54 AM

Well, whenever you guys are ready you know there are people who can help. You're right though, it does take determination. I never had it in sufficient quantities to reach my goal of being a recognized winner but I built a healthy life for myself.

In some respects I think there is too much information out there, a newbie is overwhelmed with conflicting and pseudo scientific explanations especially from the muscle mags. It takes a little help at first to sort through the gobbledy-gook and get back to basics. Someone to personally show you how to do exercises properly is very important to avoid learning the hard way what is dangerous. Everyone who's been in the game for a few years can provide from experience any number of "what not to do" examples. Make friends with a bodybuilder of experience and teaching attitude.

You are not going to get as big and the magazine heros by following their routine. You have to develop your own routine starting from basics and learning over several years. Sorry, no shortcut! A good well written book is better than any of the magazines. Use the magazines to JO with and use the books to learn from.

In principle though it's simple, exercise safely, eat smartly, sleep sufficiently, keep at it, learn more.

Whenever you're ready...

brent · #14 June 9th, 2004, 06:27 AM

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Originally Posted by LeatherGryphon

... " Use the magazines to JO with and use the books to learn from."
...

OK, LG put tons of good info in that last post, but I wanted to focus on this line. The magazines have to put out different ideas & philosophies each month, and their routines are for the super advanced. Books need to work month after month, and generally have good info in them.

It is difficult to stay motivated, so we all need to reach out to those around us for help & motivation.

jco2007 · #15 June 9th, 2004, 06:45 AM

LeatherGryphon and Brent, many thanks for the explanations and advice, speaking for myself only, they have been noted.

glammaman2000 · #16 June 9th, 2004, 05:46 PM

a lot of people may find it hard to believe;but the guys who get the best results REALLY ENJOY WORKING OUT!if all you want is the change in appearance,the growth comes too slowly for someone who hates exercise.for me,it's the best part of my day,wish i could more!

traveller · #17 June 9th, 2004, 06:38 PM

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Originally Posted by glammaman2000

... the guys who get the best results REALLY ENJOY WORKING OUT!...,it's the best part of my day,wish i could more!

I typically work out at the end of my workday whether that's 7 a.m. or 9 p.m. I look forward to it. It's a great way for me to de-stress/decompress. Besides it fulfills my need to work my muscles. If I'm lucky, I'll see some eye candy at the gym. I can get rather bitchy if I have to shorten my workout time, or cancel it entirely. Recently, given a huge workload, I had the choice between working out (my nearest gym where I have membership is 2 miles away from work) and going home (35 miles from work--one way) for a few hours. I chose to workout for several hours, and then return to work; I lived at worked for two days.

BTW, my desire to work out affects how I plan my vacations/trips, and where I stay.

Traveller

glammaman2000 · #18 June 9th, 2004, 07:21 PM

i am generally"the sweetest person alive"(copyright)but if i can't work out,i can get pretty crabby.

Notbigenuff · #19 June 9th, 2004, 08:28 PM

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Originally Posted by glammaman2000

i am generally"the sweetest person alive"(copyright)but if i can't work out,i can get pretty crabby.

And one of the best things about working out is, even if you are kind of down, depressed, feeling fatigued, or crabby when you start working out--by the end of the workout you always end up in a happier mood (at least I seem to!).