Thread: Pulled muscle?

Well I have just about worked through the shoulder (assume rotator cuff) pain. It still bugs me, but not so much I can't work though it. Plus it seems to be getting stronger by the work out. HOWEVER, last night doing weighted crunches, I pulled something on the right side of my abs. in one spot about mid-way and to the outside edge. I was in the third set and after about 4 reps I felt a pinch and each additional rep hurt a little more. I quit at about 6. It wasn't like the sore you get from working them. It was sudden and in just one spot. I hope this isn't because I'm getting older? At any rate, I want to let it heal before going back at it. Is there a rule of thumb? or is it completely different for each person? Thanks

Originally posted by gr81
listen to your body, and most importantly don't rush something when you have the rest of your life to heal. You don't want to end up with some chronic injury b/c you rushed back into lifting when you were young.

Thanks for the reply gr81. I wish I were younger, but it's my job to be older (53). I haven't touched the weights since I was 33 and have been back at it for about 3 months now. I guess I will give these a week or so and give it a go again.