I have a micro fiber tear in my upper back muscle. The intial tear was on Feb. 28th, when I was working out. I thought it was healed, but I tore it again on May 20th while working shoulders. Now I am afraid to work out at all. I am trying to wait until it heals, but it doesn't feel like it ever will. Anyone have any advice on how to speed this whole healing process up, so I can get back into the gym. I am quickly losing all the muscle I worked so hard to put on.
any advice on a back injury?
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Make sure your diet is in order so the body has the greatest repair process.
Get plenty of protein and carbs and make sure your fat intake is inline.
I think in your case a 40/40/20 distribution should help.
I hate to say don't workout, but you need to stop stressing your back. That means no deadlifts, no rows, no pull-ups, etc.
Get plenty of protein and carbs and make sure your fat intake is inline.
I think in your case a 40/40/20 distribution should help.
I hate to say don't workout, but you need to stop stressing your back. That means no deadlifts, no rows, no pull-ups, etc.
Go see a doctor to find out the severity of your injury.
i agree with cynic; you diet is probably the most important factor you can improve to speed recovery. i had a bad back injury and i know what you feel like when you say you never think it will heal but it does eventually : ). Just ttry not to hurt it again and eat well.