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3.30K viewsDecember 29, 2018

Hank G. (anonymous) December 23, 2018 0 Comments

My apologies if this question has been asked before but any recommendations for progressing back into lifting after finishing rehab of a significant low back injury? I injured my back during the early fall and have taken the last three months to rehab (McGill 3, walks, carries, etc.) to the point where I am now pain-free. I haven’t touched a barbell since October and would like to start training again in the new year. Is it recommended to jump back into an offseason program or would I be better served taking a slower progression on the main lifts? Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

Brian Carroll Answered question December 29, 2018

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Answer 1 · 2018-12-29T20:02:38+00:00

Hi Hank,
It may have been answered before, but it depends on many variables.
If you haven’t read Gift of Injury, then I would suggest you do so to see all that must be considered before programming your return.
Def better served taking the slow route, in my experience.
I don’t know the extent of your injury and what you’re dealing with– If you are 100% pain-free, then I would suggest working with versions of the lifts before getting back to the barbell. What I mean by forms are KB movements that are not too aggressive right away to bridge the gap.
If you would like me to program a custom offseason or if you want to do a consult, let me know. But giving you a direct answer is impossible as there is much to the puzzle.
Thank you,
BC

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