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Title: i really think my right leg is longer than my left?
Post by: anabolichalo on April 18, 2013, 01:26:15 PM
somehow my pelvis always seemed tilted to one side causing the spine to bend to even it out?

 ???
Title: Re: i really think my right leg is longer than my left?
Post by: Tapeworm on April 18, 2013, 01:36:42 PM
Oh for pete's sake.  :(
Title: Re: i really think my right leg is longer than my left?
Post by: jodsy on April 18, 2013, 02:34:30 PM
you are the worst thread starter in history
Title: Re: i really think my right leg is longer than my left?
Post by: gym**rat on April 18, 2013, 02:45:53 PM
If your goal is to sound like a pathetic, ignorant, dumb fuck you have succeeded 100%. Your kid is going to be born with more sense than you have right now. Please do one of 2 things, leave or die. I could care less which you choose.
Title: Re: i really think my right leg is longer than my left?
Post by: anabolichalo on April 18, 2013, 02:52:52 PM
If your goal is to sound like a pathetic, ignorant, dumb fuck you have succeeded 100%. Your kid is going to be born with more sense than you have right now. Please do one of 2 things, leave or die. I could care less which you choose.
dont you mean couldnt care less?
Title: Re: i really think my right leg is longer than my left?
Post by: Big Chiro Flex on April 18, 2013, 02:53:06 PM
It's doubtful you actually have a true anatomical short leg. Jus from your pic you can see you are globally listing to the left. SCM is more prominent on the right, probably compensating for some head translation/rotation.  

Its 99% Likely your pelvis has rotated posterior/inferior and  anterior/superior   to compensate for your fkd up spine, which will produce an observational short leg, when in fact both legs are most likely the same length. Look up a chiropractor with a GOOD reputation in your area. Hit me up if you need info on finding one.
Title: Re: i really think my right leg is longer than my left?
Post by: anabolichalo on April 18, 2013, 02:55:30 PM
It's doubtful you actually have a true anatomical short leg. Jus from your pic you can see you are globally listing to the left. SCM is more prominent on the right, probably compensating for some head translation/rotation.  

Its 99% Likely your pelvis has rotated posterior/inferior and  anterior/superior   to compensate for your fkd up spine, which will produce an observational short leg, when in fact both legs are most likely the same length. Look up a chiropractor with a GOOD reputation in your area. Hit me up if you need info on finding one.
i dont really understand this lol


Title: Re: i really think my right leg is longer than my left?
Post by: gym**rat on April 18, 2013, 02:55:54 PM
dont you mean couldnt care less?

Yes you are correct. Now go back to counting the hairs you have left, or measure your legs or whatever else you are obsessed with.
Title: Re: i really think my right leg is longer than my left?
Post by: anabolichalo on April 18, 2013, 02:56:57 PM
Yes you are correct. Now go back to counting the hairs you have left, or measure your legs or whatever else you are obsessed with.
sure

why do you make that sound like bad things

Title: Re: i really think my right leg is longer than my left?
Post by: Big Chiro Flex on April 18, 2013, 02:57:50 PM
i dont really understand this lol




I didn't expect you to.

Just do as I say bro, you will thank me later.  Also, start deadlifting ASAP, your lower back is nonexistent. Healthy pelvis' need a strong low back.
Title: Re: i really think my right leg is longer than my left?
Post by: cephissus on April 18, 2013, 03:00:17 PM
I didn't expect you to.

Just do as I say bro, you will thank me later.  Also, start deadlifting ASAP, your lower back is nonexistent. Healthy pelvis' need a strong low back.

lower back is nonexistant?????

WTF?! the things people see never cease to amaze me...  not doubting your expertise chiro, but i don't know how you can come to this conclusion
Title: Re: i really think my right leg is longer than my left?
Post by: THE BOUNCER on April 18, 2013, 03:00:36 PM
wouldnt posting a picture of your legs be a better idea then your upper body considering the thread title? lol
Title: Re: i really think my right leg is longer than my left?
Post by: anabolichalo on April 18, 2013, 03:02:39 PM
I didn't expect you to.

Just do as I say bro, you will thank me later.  Also, start deadlifting ASAP, your lower back is nonexistent. Healthy pelvis' need a strong low back.
i actually stopped deadlifting around may because i figured maybe my back is not straight

i could deadlift 200kg for 5 reps with complete inertion of the barbell on the floor each rep

with straps tho


(completely naturalol)
Title: Re: i really think my right leg is longer than my left?
Post by: Big Chiro Flex on April 18, 2013, 03:03:28 PM
lower back is nonexistant?????

WTF?! the things people see never cease to amaze me...  not doubting your expertise chiro, but i don't know how you can come to this conclusion
Nonexistent = a bit harsh obviously, but his erectors shrink as they meet his pelvis. Classic sign with Bodybuilders that they aren't deadlifting (at all, enough, or properly.)

AnalbolicH your look good man, I'm impressed.
Title: Re: i really think my right leg is longer than my left?
Post by: jodsy on April 18, 2013, 03:03:48 PM
i could deadlift 200kg for 5 reps with complete inertion of the barbell on the floor each rep

with straps tho
its cause your so BIG

 ::)
Title: Re: i really think my right leg is longer than my left?
Post by: Marty Champions on April 18, 2013, 03:04:50 PM
little falcon
Title: Re: i really think my right leg is longer than my left?
Post by: Big Chiro Flex on April 18, 2013, 03:05:33 PM
i actually stopped deadlifting around may because i figured maybe my back is not straight

i could deadlift 200kg for 5 reps with complete inertion of the barbell on the floor each rep

with straps tho

Straps are fine man. But don't stop, it's so important. I would see so many fewer (future) patients if EVERYONE   (not just my athletic patients) was doing some form of light deads and squats. Just be good with your form bro and train smart.
Title: Re: i really think my right leg is longer than my left?
Post by: anabolichalo on April 18, 2013, 03:05:41 PM
its cause your so BIG

 ::)

well i was really proud that day

even tho hossein rezazadeh has been filmed power cleaning 220kg

you gotta enjoy the little moments where you feel good about something
Title: Re: i really think my right leg is longer than my left?
Post by: anabolichalo on April 18, 2013, 03:08:28 PM
it's like when i feel like i'm standing straight

i'm actually leaning on my left leg somehow


i used to need a mirror to do a back double bicep without completely bending my spine in some fucked way

now i still need it i guess but it wont be as bad as before if i try the pose without mirror in front to checkout the straightness of the torso
Title: Re: i really think my right leg is longer than my left?
Post by: cephissus on April 18, 2013, 03:26:29 PM
Nonexistent = a bit harsh obviously, but his erectors shrink as they meet his pelvis. Classic sign with Bodybuilders that they aren't deadlifting (at all, enough, or properly.)

AnalbolicH your look good man, I'm impressed.

i thought that was just because the fibers stop at that point, and the rest is tendon:

(http://img15.imageshack.us/img15/3091/rcolemanphoto622.jpg)

even the biggest erectors shrink down to tiny tendons as they get down to the pelvis.
Title: Re: i really think my right leg is longer than my left?
Post by: anabolichalo on April 18, 2013, 03:28:57 PM
dorian yates says deadlifts are completely useless for a bb

and he also hates squats
Title: Re: i really think my right leg is longer than my left?
Post by: cephissus on April 18, 2013, 03:36:27 PM
dorian yates says deadlifts are completely useless for a bb

and he also hates squats

if you watch blood and guts, his "rows" may as well be deadlifts.  he did squats for years before switching to hacks/leg press, too.
Title: Re: i really think my right leg is longer than my left?
Post by: anabolichalo on April 18, 2013, 03:36:53 PM
maybe i should practice standing straight in front of mirrors for hours to retrain my CNS
Title: Re: i really think my right leg is longer than my left?
Post by: anabolichalo on April 18, 2013, 03:38:03 PM
if you watch blood and guts, his "rows" may as well be deadlifts.  he did squats for years before switching to hacks/leg press, too.
so does that mean "strict" rows are pretty useeless?


seems only "skinny" guys do them

the pros all cheat super hard with 4 plates or more


me i do rows with like 80kg  :(
Title: Re: i really think my right leg is longer than my left?
Post by: Grape Ape on April 18, 2013, 03:40:35 PM
maybe i should practice standing straight in front of mirrors for hours to retrain my CNS

Practice not posting instead  and we'll all be better off.   But, as long as dipshits keeps responding to your posts seriously, I guess we're stuck with you.
Title: Re: i really think my right leg is longer than my left?
Post by: anabolichalo on April 18, 2013, 03:41:36 PM
Practice not posting instead  and we'll all be better off.   But, as long as dipshits keeps responding to your posts seriously, I guess we're stuck with you.
you guy dont you realize how serious this is


if i fuck my back that means i cannot workout anymore

this means i will spend even a lot more time on GB
Title: Re: i really think my right leg is longer than my left?
Post by: Grape Ape on April 18, 2013, 03:42:45 PM
you guy dont you realize how serious this is


if i fuck my back that means i cannot workout anymore

this means i will spend even a lot more time on GB

You are a master of your craft, I will give you that.
Title: Re: i really think my right leg is longer than my left?
Post by: quadzilla456 on April 18, 2013, 03:44:57 PM
somehow my pelvis always seemed tilted to one side causing the spine to bend to even it out?

 ???
You are very sexy (no homo) anabolichalo! You are a strong man. These pictures are even more powerful than your previous ones and you took care of those nice tats! Awesome!
Title: Re: i really think my right leg is longer than my left?
Post by: anabolichalo on April 18, 2013, 03:47:58 PM
You are very sexy (no homo) anabolichalo! You are a strong man. These pictures are even more powerful than your previous ones and you took care of those nice tats! Awesome!
you are too kind my friend

i'm just a narrow crooked spined ectomorph on roids
Title: Re: i really think my right leg is longer than my left?
Post by: Big Chiro Flex on April 18, 2013, 04:02:48 PM
i thought that was just because the fibers stop at that point, and the rest is tendon:

(http://img15.imageshack.us/img15/3091/rcolemanphoto622.jpg)

even the biggest erectors shrink down to tiny tendons as they get down to the pelvis.

Muscles do turn into tendons. But you're still wrong....his erectors are too small. As he just said he quit doing deads some time ago.
Title: Re: i really think my right leg is longer than my left?
Post by: anabolichalo on April 18, 2013, 04:03:53 PM
the major reason for quitting them was actually the theory that deadlifts cause the obliques to grow and the waist to widen

and since narow shoulders and wide waist i figured i better qiuit
Title: Re: i really think my right leg is longer than my left?
Post by: dj181 on April 18, 2013, 05:10:17 PM
can we get a side shot? i think it could give us a better indication of what's up and what the problem could be

and be sure and include your ass in the pic (no homo)
Title: Re: i really think my right leg is longer than my left?
Post by: deadpan on April 18, 2013, 05:31:23 PM
you probably have mild scoliosis or something like that. much more likely than your leg being shorter.
Title: Re: i really think my right leg is longer than my left?
Post by: DanielPaul on April 18, 2013, 07:52:23 PM
Did your parents meet at a family reunion if so this could be the reason
Title: Re: i really think my right leg is longer than my left?
Post by: Schnauzer on April 18, 2013, 07:58:26 PM
the major reason for quitting them was actually the theory that deadlifts cause the obliques to grow and the waist to widen

and since narow shoulders and wide waist i figured i better qiuit

DO NOT quit doing deadlifts. They are the single best exercise for overall mass, and essential to building a great back. I don't do them every back day anymore because I am over 40 now, so I do them twice per month. I am a big Yates fan, but he is wrong about deads.

Title: Re: i really think my right leg is longer than my left?
Post by: el numero uno on April 18, 2013, 08:29:47 PM
DO NOT quit doing deadlifts. They are the single best exercise for overall mass, and essential to building a great back. I don't do them every back day anymore because I am over 40 now, so I do them twice per month. I am a big Yates fan, but he is wrong about deads.



Good shot, but deadlifts are not for everyone, they wreck my neck and low back  :'(
Title: Re: i really think my right leg is longer than my left?
Post by: cephissus on April 18, 2013, 08:44:07 PM
deadlifts were always my best lift, i did them religiously

my back is utter shit

???

i wonder if half the guys itt would still be giving 'halo shit if they had his condition?  i've had similar problems over the years (in that it's something that doesn't affect most people) and every time you ask a question about something like this, half of the replies are along the lines of "wtf dude why dont you just [suggests something completely obvious that the person has doubtless already tried, making self heard despite having nothing to say]" and then getting mad?  WTF?  I've never understood this.
Title: Re: i really think my right leg is longer than my left?
Post by: Schnauzer on April 19, 2013, 12:56:11 AM
deadlifts were always my best lift, i did them religiously

my back is utter shit

???

i wonder if half the guys itt would still be giving 'halo shit if they had his condition?  i've had similar problems over the years (in that it's something that doesn't affect most people) and every time you ask a question about something like this, half of the replies are along the lines of "wtf dude why dont you just [suggests something completely obvious that the person has doubtless already tried, making self heard despite having nothing to say]" and then getting mad?  WTF?  I've never understood this.

Not sure if this is aimed at me but I wasn't giving him shit, I was giving him advice. I assume he posted here because he wanted advice from other lifters.
Title: Re: i really think my right leg is longer than my left?
Post by: cephissus on April 19, 2013, 12:57:34 AM
Not sure if this is aimed at me but I wasn't giving him shit, I was giving him advice. I assume he posted here because he wanted advice from other lifters.

nah, moreso the people who just tell him to shut up

it's like

if you aren't interested, don't click the thread ???
Title: Re: i really think my right leg is longer than my left?
Post by: bigmc on April 19, 2013, 02:33:41 AM
DO NOT quit doing deadlifts. They are the single best exercise for overall mass, and essential to building a great back. I don't do them every back day anymore because I am over 40 now, so I do them twice per month. I am a big Yates fan, but he is wrong about deads.



step away from the pies "big" guy
Title: Re: i really think my right leg is longer than my left?
Post by: Schnauzer on April 19, 2013, 02:44:02 AM
step away from the pies "big" guy

Throw your picture up, moron. I'm 42, drug-free, and strong as an ox.
Title: Re: i really think my right leg is longer than my left?
Post by: C-BuZz on April 19, 2013, 03:12:13 AM
Did you take those pictures today  ??? Man your starting to look like shit. No offence.

Might need to up the dose a bit...

Throw your picture up, moron. I'm 42, drug-free, and strong as an ox look like cswol.

I agree....
Title: Re: i really think my right leg is longer than my left?
Post by: Griffith on April 19, 2013, 03:25:37 AM
so does that mean "strict" rows are pretty useeless?


seems only "skinny" guys do them

the pros all cheat super hard with 4 plates or more


me i do rows with like 80kg  :(

I stopped doing rows, they feel a bit risky on my lower back.
Title: Re: i really think my right leg is longer than my left?
Post by: Sweedee on April 19, 2013, 03:31:15 AM
I stopped doing rows, they feel a bit risky on my lower back.

I love barbell rows with light weight super slow negatives and really "squeze" and pause at the top a bit.
Title: Re: i really think my right leg is longer than my left?
Post by: Schnauzer on April 19, 2013, 09:06:37 AM
Did you take those pictures today  ??? Man your starting to look like shit. No offence.

Might need to up the dose a bit...

I agree....

Put your picture up so we can all see your perfect physique ::)
Title: Re: i really think my right leg is longer than my left?
Post by: Schnauzer on April 19, 2013, 09:30:26 AM
Put your picture up so we can all see your perfect physique ::)

Nevermind, I found it. Looks like another loud-mouthed little twink.

(http://s13.postimg.org/55o39btc7/avi1.jpg)

(http://www.getbig.com/boards/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=468765.0;attach=514601;image)

(https://encrypted-tbn2.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcSJpojJfqARR2oDIYyo2vXVIYSNDk7IuZo9iSwMLRr2uZF-J94)
Title: Re: i really think my right leg is longer than my left?
Post by: gh420 on April 19, 2013, 09:54:25 AM
Your brain size is smaller than your balls
Title: Re: i really think my right leg is longer than my left?
Post by: gh420 on April 19, 2013, 09:59:25 AM
I need small balls so they can fit comfortably in your mouth
you asshole i was referring to anaholicho, shut the fuck up you idiot
Title: Re: i really think my right leg is longer than my left?
Post by: Schnauzer on April 19, 2013, 10:00:54 AM
you asshole i was referring to anaholicho, shut the fuck up you idiot

Sorry  ;D
Title: Re: i really think my right leg is longer than my left?
Post by: gh420 on April 19, 2013, 10:02:46 AM
Sorry  ;D
No problem  : ;)
Title: Re: i really think my right leg is longer than my left?
Post by: Man of Steel on April 19, 2013, 10:04:56 AM
A solid assessment would require you to peel the panties stud.
Title: Re: i really think my right leg is longer than my left?
Post by: C-BuZz on April 19, 2013, 05:15:44 PM
Nevermind, I found it. Looks like another loud-mouthed little twink.


Dude, you look like a fat blob. No offence.
Title: Re: i really think my right leg is longer than my left?
Post by: njflex on April 19, 2013, 05:20:48 PM
Dude, you look like a fat blob. No offence.
i'm on board for team lean,,,but that's a thick back,,strongman type that carries an anvil,anchor,buoy,,and smells like aspercreme...traps and around it has some shape with the size and looks wide as well,,he's not bragging about a washboard and who knows the rest ,,but still pretty big..
Title: Re: i really think my right leg is longer than my left?
Post by: C-BuZz on April 19, 2013, 05:40:47 PM
i'm on board for team lean,,,but that's a thick back,,strongman type that carries an anvil,anchor,buoy,,and smells like aspercreme...traps and around it has some shape with the size and looks wide as well,,he's not bragging about a washboard and who knows the rest ,,but still pretty big..

I hear what your saying. But being a fat blob is as you know is a million times easier to be than shredded. I looked exactly the same many years ago.
Title: Re: i really think my right leg is longer than my left?
Post by: njflex on April 19, 2013, 05:48:37 PM
I hear what your saying. But being a fat blob is as you know is a million times easier to be than shredded. I looked exactly the same many years ago.
agree,,but maybe thats his thing,,big/strong,,ya know hey big guy,,,referred to whenever he enters room ....
Title: Re: i really think my right leg is longer than my left?
Post by: Schnauzer on April 19, 2013, 07:45:53 PM
i'm on board for team lean,,,but that's a thick back,,strongman type that carries an anvil,anchor,buoy,,and smells like aspercreme...traps and around it has some shape with the size and looks wide as well,,he's not bragging about a washboard and who knows the rest ,,but still pretty big..

Nice assessment, njflex. Some of us work out to be big and strong. C-Fuzz calling me a "fat blob" is totally deluded.
Title: Re: i really think my right leg is longer than my left?
Post by: C-BuZz on April 20, 2013, 04:12:07 AM

Nice assessment, njflex. Some of us work out to be big and strong. C-Fuzz calling me a "fat blob" is totally deluded.

Prove me wrong then, lets see a front pic & don't make it a blurry/small one like cswol's to hide the rolls.
Title: Re: i really think my right leg is longer than my left?
Post by: Schnauzer on April 20, 2013, 04:13:47 AM
Prove me wrong then, lets see a front pic & don't make it a blurry/small one like cswol's to hide the rolls.

Fuck you. Post your picture, bitch. Until you do, shut the fuck up.
Title: Re: i really think my right leg is longer than my left?
Post by: Schnauzer on April 20, 2013, 04:14:36 AM
Prove me wrong then, lets see a front pic & don't make it a blurry/small one like cswol's to hide the rolls.

I already put my pic up. You want to criticize me? Let's see YOUR world-class physique.
Title: Re: i really think my right leg is longer than my left?
Post by: Borracho on April 20, 2013, 05:06:58 AM
lol
Title: Re: i really think my right leg is longer than my left?
Post by: Schnauzer on April 20, 2013, 05:17:30 AM
Waiting on C-Bitch to post his picture....
Title: Re: i really think my right leg is longer than my left?
Post by: Borracho on April 20, 2013, 05:21:16 AM
Waiting on C-Bitch to post his picture....

Prepare to be astonished.
Title: Re: i really think my right leg is longer than my left?
Post by: Schnauzer on April 20, 2013, 05:22:11 AM
Prepare to be astonished.

I hope so. He talks a lot of shit, so he better look pretty f'ing good.
Title: Re: i really think my right leg is longer than my left?
Post by: Borracho on April 20, 2013, 05:25:29 AM
I hope so. He's talks a lot of shit, so he better look pretty f'ing good.

I said you'll be astonished but I didn't give a reason why.  ;D
Title: Re: i really think my right leg is longer than my left?
Post by: Schnauzer on April 20, 2013, 05:26:21 AM
I said you'll be astonished but I didn't give a reason why.  ;D

If this fag doesn't look better than a prime Dorian, I will be disappointed.
Title: Re: i really think my right leg is longer than my left?
Post by: deadpan on April 20, 2013, 08:35:53 AM
the major reason for quitting them was actually the theory that deadlifts cause the obliques to grow and the waist to widen

and since narow shoulders and wide waist i figured i better qiuit

you should probably quit squats then too since that grows your core significantly more than deadlifts
Title: Re: i really think my right leg is longer than my left?
Post by: deadpan on April 20, 2013, 08:41:05 AM
deadlifts were always my best lift, i did them religiously

my back is utter shit

???

i wonder if half the guys itt would still be giving 'halo shit if they had his condition?  i've had similar problems over the years (in that it's something that doesn't affect most people) and every time you ask a question about something like this, half of the replies are along the lines of "wtf dude why dont you just [suggests something completely obvious that the person has doubtless already tried, making self heard despite having nothing to say]" and then getting mad?  WTF?  I've never understood this.

maybe you were just doing them wrong? afaik most strength coaches say strengthening your back will actually help to alleviate any spinal problems you have.

but again, you have to take great care to use proper form. i can't tell you how many idiots i see in the gym doing cringe-worthy deads with too much weight, doing some kind of insane leaning back spine impingement lockout and then complain about their back. whoever keeps spreading the myth that you need to do that ridiculous powerlifter lockout needs to be shot. it's just as bad as the people that say squatting below parallel is bad for your knees.
Title: Re: i really think my right leg is longer than my left?
Post by: Big Chiro Flex on April 20, 2013, 10:34:03 AM
maybe you were just doing them wrong? afaik most strength coaches say strengthening your back will actually help to alleviate any spinal problems you have.

but again, you have to take great care to use proper form. i can't tell you how many idiots i see in the gym doing cringe-worthy deads with too much weight, doing some kind of insane leaning back spine impingement lockout and then complain about their back. whoever keeps spreading the myth that you need to do that ridiculous powerlifter lockout needs to be shot. it's just as bad as the people that say squatting below parallel is bad for your knees.

BOOM! You nailed it! I used to be all about maxing on deads, got to 560lbs and saw a video of myself and realized it was too sloppy. Now I keep it 5plates per side or less, and just go for slow, clean reps. Back has never grown better.
Title: Re: i really think my right leg is longer than my left?
Post by: Schnauzer on April 20, 2013, 11:43:20 AM
BOOM! You nailed it! I used to be all about maxing on deads, got to 560lbs and saw a video of myself and realized it was too sloppy. Now I keep it 5plates per side or less, and just go for slow, clean reps. Back has never grown better.

Bingo! Form first, then poundage.  The other thing about deadlifts that people don't realize is that there are two phases to the movement.

1. From the floor to your knees, the weight should be moved only with the legs. You are essentially doing the bottom half of a squat.

2. As the bar passes your knees the weight should be progressively shifted to the back, so by the time you are standing erect your back is doing all the work.

The negative is the opposite: your back controls the weight as the bar lowers toward your knees, but once past your knees the legs take over.

For anyone having neck or back pain, I recommend looking up at the ceiling the whole time you are deadlifting (or squatting). This forces your lower back to stay flat and should alleviate any back or neck issues.
Title: Re: i really think my right leg is longer than my left?
Post by: Schnauzer on April 20, 2013, 11:44:59 AM
Dude, you look like a fat blob. No offence.

Still waiting on C-Bitch's picture... ::)
Title: Re: i really think my right leg is longer than my left?
Post by: jodsy on April 20, 2013, 01:19:40 PM
maybe you should try and stretch your other leg
Title: Re: i really think my right leg is longer than my left?
Post by: Schnauzer on April 20, 2013, 01:24:46 PM
maybe you should try and stretch your other leg

Having one leg longer/shorter than the other is pretty common. I have it and it has caused mild scoliosis of my lower spine. The only real remedy is to wear an orthopedic lift in the shoe of the shorter leg. I never did that, I just learned to live with it.
Title: Re: i really think my right leg is longer than my left?
Post by: jodsy on April 20, 2013, 01:26:11 PM
Having one leg longer/shorter than the other is pretty common. I have it and it has caused mild scoliosis of my lower spine. The only real remedy is to wear an orthopedic lift in the shoe of the shorter leg. I never did that, I just learned to live with it.
cool story bro
Title: Re: i really think my right leg is longer than my left?
Post by: Schnauzer on April 20, 2013, 01:38:33 PM
cool story bro

cool post "bro"
Title: Re: i really think my right leg is longer than my left?
Post by: Big Chiro Flex on April 20, 2013, 01:40:10 PM
Having one leg longer/shorter than the other is pretty common. I have it and it has caused mild scoliosis of my lower spine. The only real remedy is to wear an orthopedic lift in the shoe of the shorter leg. I never did that, I just learned to live with it.

How did you determine that it was an anatomical short leg?
Title: Re: i really think my right leg is longer than my left?
Post by: Schnauzer on April 20, 2013, 01:41:02 PM
How did you determine that it was an anatomical short leg?

Doctors caught it when I went through MEPS
Title: Re: i really think my right leg is longer than my left?
Post by: cephissus on April 20, 2013, 02:42:27 PM
maybe you were just doing them wrong? afaik most strength coaches say strengthening your back will actually help to alleviate any spinal problems you have.

but again, you have to take great care to use proper form. i can't tell you how many idiots i see in the gym doing cringe-worthy deads with too much weight, doing some kind of insane leaning back spine impingement lockout and then complain about their back. whoever keeps spreading the myth that you need to do that ridiculous powerlifter lockout needs to be shot. it's just as bad as the people that say squatting below parallel is bad for your knees.

i've read so much on form, watched so many videos, i think my head is going to explode... i've tried everything everything in the book and then some.  i suppose there's a possibility a coach could find something that slipped by my notice, but trust me when i say i know what a good deadlift looks like, and have spent an absurd amount of time worrying over every aspect of form.  i, too, cringe whenever i see someone pull with a rounded back, etc.

i'm practically convinced, at this point, there's got to be something wrong with me.  i've never even felt the slightest thing in my erectors or traps from doing deadlifts, good mornings, or sldls, for example.  pretty much the only place i ever used to feel them was in my lats, and even that is a distant memory.
Title: Re: i really think my right leg is longer than my left?
Post by: jprc10 on April 20, 2013, 03:48:59 PM
i've read so much on form, watched so many videos, i think my head is going to explode... i've tried everything everything in the book and then some.  i suppose there's a possibility a coach could find something that slipped by my notice, but trust me when i say i know what a good deadlift looks like, and have spent an absurd amount of time worrying over every aspect of form.  i, too, cringe whenever i see someone pull with a rounded back, etc.

i'm practically convinced, at this point, there's got to be something wrong with me.  i've never even felt the slightest thing in my erectors or traps from doing deadlifts, good mornings, or sldls, for example.  pretty much the only place i ever used to feel them was in my lats, and even that is a distant memory.

There is nothing wrong with you, just deadlifts don't work right for your body, that's it. Deadlifts never did a thing for me either, so I dropped them and I have no back pains at all.
But of course, you're always going to have people that say things like "you have to deadlift" or "you have to squat" or any of those things, basically they are just trying to project on others what works for them, which is silly since everybody responds differently to training.
Title: Re: i really think my right leg is longer than my left?
Post by: deadpan on April 24, 2013, 11:40:28 AM
i've read so much on form, watched so many videos, i think my head is going to explode... i've tried everything everything in the book and then some.  i suppose there's a possibility a coach could find something that slipped by my notice, but trust me when i say i know what a good deadlift looks like, and have spent an absurd amount of time worrying over every aspect of form.  i, too, cringe whenever i see someone pull with a rounded back, etc.

i'm practically convinced, at this point, there's got to be something wrong with me.  i've never even felt the slightest thing in my erectors or traps from doing deadlifts, good mornings, or sldls, for example.  pretty much the only place i ever used to feel them was in my lats, and even that is a distant memory.

very strange, are you either really short or really tall or have weird proportions? i'm 6'3" and had to adapt my deadlift form into a more of a weird romanian hybrid to get the most out of them. but yeah you're right, for some people it just doesn't work. maybe try some other way to hit your erectors like back extensions? you just have to find out what's best for you i guess.

i agree that not all exercises are for everyone, some people swear by stuff like upright rows but i personally believe they do more harm than good in most cases.

*edit* something that might help others, what helped me get my deadlift form down better was visualizing and thinking of it as more of a "hip thrust" than a lift. with the glutes and hams doing most of the work and the erectors just being a in a rock-solid stabilizing position. for the lockout, don't lean back, once your head is in a neutral position above your feet, try to actively straighten out as if standing to attention, shoulders back and thrust into the bar while keeping your core consciously flexed, so that you can look down and clearly see your abs, crotch and feet under you.
Title: Re: i really think my right leg is longer than my left?
Post by: anabolichalo on April 24, 2013, 12:01:34 PM
i've read so much on form, watched so many videos, i think my head is going to explode... i've tried everything everything in the book and then some.  i suppose there's a possibility a coach could find something that slipped by my notice, but trust me when i say i know what a good deadlift looks like, and have spent an absurd amount of time worrying over every aspect of form.  i, too, cringe whenever i see someone pull with a rounded back, etc.

i'm practically convinced, at this point, there's got to be something wrong with me.  i've never even felt the slightest thing in my erectors or traps from doing deadlifts, good mornings, or sldls, for example.  pretty much the only place i ever used to feel them was in my lats, and even that is a distant memory.
truly indeed, those are also my sentiments