Sorry, Eddie, this thread kind of snuck by me.
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Originally Posted by Ben Weitz
Hyperextension injury to the spine may result from arching backward while performing unsupported overhead presses,(32)…Hyperextension can cause abnormal loading of the facet joints and the capsules, resulting in an inflammatory response. It can also increase the load on a preexisting spondylolisthesis, resulting in greater strain to the supporting tissues.
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If you're arching your back the whole time then you probably need to reduce the weight. I know sometimes it can be difficult to avoid when getting up those last few difficult reps. Try contracting your abdominals as hard as you can (while trying not to hold your breath)and tightening your glutes as well. This should counteract that hyperextension somewhat. I tried it just the other day and it worked very well for me.
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If you act sanctimonious I will just list out your logical fallacies until you get pissed off and spew blasphemous remarks.
Last edited by EricT; 05-19-2006 at 10:41 AM.
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