So this morning I'm doing leg press, feeling brave, so skip the normal warmup set and jump into 120 kg 12 reps which is a bit hard but going ok. Then I increase it to 160 kg and on the second press feel a pop in the lower ribs on my right side. Not too sore but uncomfortable. Completed the set taking care to focus on breathing and ended up ok. Sore when I move right side now and feeling very stiff.
Googled it a bit and it seems a fairly common injury in the weightlifting/bodybuilding arena. Happened to me before when a cow landed on top of me (don't ask) and yes a real cow. Hurt on the left side then and I could barely breathe. Took forever to heal.
What can/should I be doing/not doing to 1) avoid a repeat, 2) strengthen affected area, 3) increase healing.
Any feedback/ideas would be appreciated!
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