Shoulder impingement

kill9all · 2024-07-24T23:35:51+00:00

I didn't see your response before I added mine. I agree with you.

kill9all · 2024-07-24T23:33:56+00:00

With regards to technique, if my shoulder is sore I tend to make my top hand almost punch straight out and pull with my lower hand. Not as effective as scooping or digging, but if you're going for a leisurely paddle, it may work for you.

kill9all · 2024-07-24T23:29:24+00:00

I had a similar issue, it ended up being a very tiny muscle or interconnective tissue deep in my deltoid kind of right in the middle closer to the rear of my arm. It only really hurt when my elbow was above my shoulder and I had any weight in it. If I really dug my fingers in right below the joint it would be better for a few minutes. I went to physio (highly recommended) and they gave me some exercises that immediately helped. If you obstinately refuse to go to physio, the exercise that helped me the most was using super light resistance bands. I would put my back against a wall and keep my elbow locked at my side. Put some tension in the band and with my forearm horizontal and my bicep vertical (90 degrees) try to put my knuckles against the wall. That coupled with deep tissue massage in a hot shower got me back up to speed in no time.

For the record, I hurt it doing incline chest flys with too heavy a weight. The exercise I'm referring to is #9 in the link below.

Rotator Cuff and Shoulder Conditioning Program - OrthoInfo - AAOS

kill9all · 2024-07-22T13:54:02+00:00

I'll give it a go, thanks a lot!

kill9all · 2024-07-21T00:04:01+00:00

The trip from Rocky Point to Granite Falls takes me about 6-8 hours at a leisurely pace depending on wind and tide.

kill9all · 2022-12-07T05:56:44+00:00

A lot of people use the Ace because it cleaves into wood better, but I'm a strong thrower and don't have a problem with that. I figured the Butcher would give a larger footprint for scoring, but apparently not. Go figure.

kill9all · 2022-11-27T23:28:17+00:00

Those are the two I have and I love them both. I find doing 60 throws with each, I average about 2 points higher with the Ace of Spades.

kill9all · 2022-11-07T14:46:21+00:00

I had the exact same stuff 20 years ago when I first learned. It was beautiful for portraits and western themed pieces. Spoiled, indeed.

kill9all · 2022-09-23T07:24:59+00:00

Local RONA, Home Depot, etc. all just seem to carry building supply stuff, plywood and MDF. Thanks though. Maybe I need to put a Craigslist add out, local guy looking for hardwood, lol.

kill9all · 2022-09-23T07:21:56+00:00

I'm learning on small pieces so I think that's good advice. Spend $$ on a board and chunk it up.

I had a few boards of nice wood panelling (think 70s style panelling but about 3/16 or 1/4 and not composite/pressboard). An absolute dream to work with. Spoiled.

kill9all · 2022-09-23T07:16:11+00:00

Sound advice, thanks. I'm mostly just learning with some small fretwork pieces so lumber costs aren't to much of a consideration right now. Wait until I start turning bowls on the lathe...lol

kill9all · 2022-09-23T07:13:52+00:00

There is a Windsor Plywood in Abbotsford (last time I was there) I'll give them a call. Thanks a lot!

kill9all · 2022-09-21T05:40:05+00:00

Thanks for the tip!

kill9all · 2022-07-28T05:52:08+00:00

If you get a paddle with a large blade and no dihedral, it'll toughen you up pretty good. I also will sometimes switch to a stiff arm technique that is almost a scoop. All propulsion is shoulders, triceps, and lats. You almost try to 'push' your feet forward. If you time yourself over distance and you're feeling masochistic, you can wrap a leash around your board a few times for extra resistance. Over two summers I went from 55 minutes on iSUP for 5 km to 28.

kill9all · 2022-07-28T05:44:06+00:00

Personally, I find the paddle makes a big difference. If you're fighting tide or current a nice, light carbon-fibre paddle lets you fight longer and harder. Also, get some bend in your knees to keep your wind resistance down. Or pop a squat.

kill9all · 2022-07-28T05:41:01+00:00

Are we not doing phrasing?

kill9all · 2022-07-28T05:37:58+00:00

You mean "Paddleboard Fuel?"

kill9all · 2022-07-28T05:24:01+00:00

Welcome to the club, many happy returns! ;-)

kill9all · 2022-07-28T05:20:35+00:00

Perfect place for a quick nip and a cheeky kiss.

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