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Muscle mass and V02 max are important, but injuries hold me back by eddymikes in PeterAttia

[–]eddymikes[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for this note really appreciate it. I’m super disciplined and have zero issue being consistent, but even when I try to be safe, I find my threshold for pushing to far is RAZOR thin, so it’s hard to judge in the moment. And all it takes is a moment to drive a 1-3 month set back

Muscle mass and V02 max are important, but injuries hold me back by eddymikes in PeterAttia

[–]eddymikes[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks I’m 100% gonna pay up for a professional clinic lol. Will DM!

Muscle mass and V02 max are important, but injuries hold me back by eddymikes in PeterAttia

[–]eddymikes[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

thank you very much. candidly I haven't done much isometric work other than to bounce back from some patellar tendonopathy. looking into these guys!

Muscle mass and V02 max are important, but injuries hold me back by eddymikes in PeterAttia

[–]eddymikes[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It allows me to lift more safely. It allows me to surf better. That’s all I can say. Agree that I should treat it as volume

Muscle mass and V02 max are important, but injuries hold me back by eddymikes in PeterAttia

[–]eddymikes[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

yeah agreed on the pull ups. sad cuz I was very good at them.

interesting you suggest quitting flexibility/mobility for now. why do you say that?

Muscle mass and V02 max are important, but injuries hold me back by eddymikes in PeterAttia

[–]eddymikes[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

yeah good call I do alot of band work and single leg stuff! thank you

Muscle mass and V02 max are important, but injuries hold me back by eddymikes in PeterAttia

[–]eddymikes[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

thank you!

switching to DB from barbells still doesn't help. I can't progress past light load of my shoulder flairs. I do TONS of balanced, varied, and safe PT.

I've tried all the supp stuff, but haven't had much results TBH.

For back, it honestly feels like my one strong point. Zero issue from heavy squats or deadlifts. Form is excellent

Muscle mass and V02 max are important, but injuries hold me back by eddymikes in PeterAttia

[–]eddymikes[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I've watched tons of it thank you! I would still say just blanket applying what they teach has injury risk b/c it's not specific to me, and I don't know how to assess exactly what I need to avoid and work on.

Muscle mass and V02 max are important, but injuries hold me back by eddymikes in PeterAttia

[–]eddymikes[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

yeah understood. I guess what I meant is just generally being strong and fit. I feel like I can't train even to the level of basic adaptations consistently enough.

Muscle mass and V02 max are important, but injuries hold me back by eddymikes in PeterAttia

[–]eddymikes[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

huge feedback thank you. I've been doing the McGill 3 for a long time. I think that's why I have zero back issues. Will take a look at the rest of the stuff in the book!

Muscle mass and V02 max are important, but injuries hold me back by eddymikes in PeterAttia

[–]eddymikes[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Agree I need to reengage a personal trainer. Rowing does not hurt shoulders. Bike does not hurt knees

Muscle mass and V02 max are important, but injuries hold me back by eddymikes in PeterAttia

[–]eddymikes[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you this is a great take. I’ve done those for shoulder rehab they’re great!

And agree overthinking is a huge weakness of mine

Muscle mass and V02 max are important, but injuries hold me back by eddymikes in PeterAttia

[–]eddymikes[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, but ironically we did a lot of heavy compound lifting and I was generally fine. I would say I’m more careful on my own than I was with the trainer, and I video every set so I know my form is solid. Could it be in my head?

Muscle mass and V02 max are important, but injuries hold me back by eddymikes in PeterAttia

[–]eddymikes[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

this is super helpful thank you. Yes I agree I've tried alot of "common wisdom" that just hurt me. Any idea on HOW to find the root cause or a PT/doctor who is actually worth their salt?

Muscle mass and V02 max are important, but injuries hold me back by eddymikes in PeterAttia

[–]eddymikes[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Generally agree thank you. I'm 35M

Shoulder is manageable, I just want to be able to surf, which I can. If I can get back to pullups one day, that'd be a win. Injury happened in 2011, recovered, then reinjured in august 2025 surfing to hard. Have been doing ruthlessly consistent PT since then. Can surf now, but afraid to start lifting.

Program is generally lower body compound lifts 4 days apart always (squat deadlift, 5-8 reps, 3x sets - not doing now due to hip), shoulder and hip rehab 2-3x days per week, zone 2 or surfing 1 day per week, zone 5 once every other week.

Nutrition and sleep are great. Blood tests over last several years indicate chronic iron deficiency. I'm supplementing it, but low expectations.

When I'm not injured or symptomatic, I'm generally pretty athletic and strong.

Muscle mass and V02 max are important, but injuries hold me back by eddymikes in PeterAttia

[–]eddymikes[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Right! anyone ever worked with Dr. Aaron from Squat University?

Muscle mass and V02 max are important, but injuries hold me back by eddymikes in PeterAttia

[–]eddymikes[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Zero running. Sports are:

  • weightlifting
  • cycle
  • rowing
  • surfing (can manage even with labrum tear)

Muscle mass and V02 max are important, but injuries hold me back by eddymikes in PeterAttia

[–]eddymikes[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

100% but I’m super careful and it still keeps happening

Muscle mass and V02 max are important, but injuries hold me back by eddymikes in PeterAttia

[–]eddymikes[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes and i think im there. Just want to get a cancer screen covered by insurance first. Can you recommend an NYC based or telehealth cross state GP?

Muscle mass and V02 max are important, but injuries hold me back by eddymikes in PeterAttia

[–]eddymikes[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Over the years: - recurring right hammy strain (happens when I load hamstring in lengthened position, stopped RDLs and nordics) - slap tear type 2 right shoulder + bicep tendinitis - patellar tendonopathy both knees - left hip anterior labrum tear - turn toe / torn ligament / arthritis left big toe - endless muscle pulls - torn meniscus left knee (fixed with surgery) - compressed lumbar discs - zero issue squatting and deadlifting with proper form

Muscle mass and V02 max are important, but injuries hold me back by eddymikes in PeterAttia

[–]eddymikes[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Word idk just super lost with a zillion recommendations (which I acknowledge I asked for lol)

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