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Skipping exercises to build the lower body at the gym?

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wakefulBagels2
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Posted on Mar 20, 2024, 12:02 pm
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If I plan to do the surgery, is it better to skip limb lengthening days in the gym? My limbs are one of my strong points and I am able to lift heavy loads. I’m afraid lifting heavier will result in too much muscle which could make the surgery even more painful.
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truthfulBurritos
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Posted on Mar 20, 2024, 12:02 pm
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Same issue here – I’m not extremely muscular, but my legs account for a significant portion of my weight. I believe it’s best not to bulk up too much muscle before undergoing limb lengthening to avoid potential muscle discomfort when lying down.
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Posted on Mar 20, 2024, 12:02 pm
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I think the contrary is true as during limb lengthening, the muscles have the potential to decrease because the legs are stretching and becoming thinner in the process. Additionally, remaining in a resting position for most of the day can contribute to muscle loss.
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Posted on Mar 20, 2024, 12:02 pm
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I think in general there is a trade-off. Increased muscle mass typically leads to enhanced blood circulation and improved bone development. However, having more muscle can also result in more difficult stretching. My legs were very strong, and I experienced superior bone growth compared to others, but I also endured more pain than most.
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thrilledPudding
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Posted on Mar 20, 2024, 12:02 pm
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and how is your day going? How much have you lengthened using which techniques?
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cheerfulCamel5
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Posted on Mar 20, 2024, 12:02 pm
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No idea m8 but my legs are noodles right now. And I was able to squat 130kg for reps not that long ago.
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Posted on Mar 20, 2024, 12:02 pm
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This idea also troubled me to some extent. At the moment, I only train my legs once a week and stretch three days a week. Due to genetics, my legs have never been large, but they are strong and well-defined. I truly think that if returning to lifting heavy weights like before the surgery is achievable, it will be a challenging and slow process that demands a great deal of patience and determination, similar to the experience of doing a squat for the first time in your life, starting from scratch.
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Posted on Mar 20, 2024, 12:07 pm
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If I plan to do the surgery, is it better to skip limb lengthening days in the gym? My limbs are one of my strong points and I am able to lift heavy loads. I’m afraid lifting heavier will result in too much muscle which could make the surgery even more painful.
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truthfulBurritos
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Posted on Mar 20, 2024, 12:07 pm
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Same issue here – I’m not extremely muscular, but my legs account for a significant portion of my weight. I believe it’s best not to bulk up too much muscle before undergoing limb lengthening to avoid potential muscle discomfort when lying down.
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Posted on Mar 20, 2024, 12:07 pm
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I think the contrary is true as during limb lengthening, the muscles have the potential to decrease because the legs are stretching and becoming thinner in the process. Additionally, remaining in a resting position for most of the day can contribute to muscle loss.
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