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2003/12/24, 09:39 AM
Hello,
I have been lifting heavily on bench now for about a year. I just started experiencing a lot of pain in my left shoulder. I went to the doctors and they determined that I have developed tendonitis in the shoulder. They recommended therapy. I haven't attended any yet. I was hoping the shoulder would heal itself by me avoiding the bench press. I haven't touched the bench press in about 1 month. This is extremely depressing for me, since this is my favorite exercise. I have a few questions: 1. What exercise would be a good alternative to bench press? I feel like I am not hitting my chest like I use to. I currently do flat dumbell press, incline, decline, pull overs, flies, and peck deck. 2. How long does it usually take for recovery? 3. Will I ever be able to return back to doing the bench press? For me to go into the gym and not be able to do this exercise effects me a lot. Please advise. Thank you.
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