Hi Cathe,
3 months ago I found out i had a bulging disk in my lower spine when i went to the doctor for terrible back pain... I've been going to the chiropractor and she got me stable enough to go back to my normal routine. However, there's certain exercises i have to modify in order to not aggrivate my lower back...I have discomfort after doing almost all leg exercies because of the weight i need to train with to gain muscle mass and make my workout worth my time....i was thinking about investing in a weighted vest so that i can use a lighter barbell...what are your thoughts on this? Will i beable to gain muscle from using a weighted vest? I know it's probally safer than using a heavy barbell but is it as effective? I also train with a weight lifting belt so that i have more back support, which is what the doctor recommended.
Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
Diana
3 months ago I found out i had a bulging disk in my lower spine when i went to the doctor for terrible back pain... I've been going to the chiropractor and she got me stable enough to go back to my normal routine. However, there's certain exercises i have to modify in order to not aggrivate my lower back...I have discomfort after doing almost all leg exercies because of the weight i need to train with to gain muscle mass and make my workout worth my time....i was thinking about investing in a weighted vest so that i can use a lighter barbell...what are your thoughts on this? Will i beable to gain muscle from using a weighted vest? I know it's probally safer than using a heavy barbell but is it as effective? I also train with a weight lifting belt so that i have more back support, which is what the doctor recommended.
Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
Diana