Hi Everyone,

[davidpr21]

I've been enjoying reading the various posts and would like to say Hi!
A little about myself, I've been weight training since I was about 16 (am now 24) I'm around 6'1, 238-240lbs
My main hurdle the last few years has been consistency which I am hoping to finally nail this year. (I've had/have ongoing problems with my knees, osteochronditis)
I've been using a good 12 Week Program I came across on the net to get myself back into a rhythm of which i'm into the 4th week of now and I'm starting to see some progress.
My main goal is muscle separation/definition as I'm pretty happy with where I am now in terms of width.
I'm using 5g of Creatine pre-workout and a good BCAA mixed with about 5g Glutamine post workout. I also take Vitamin C supplements every day and eat 4-5 meals a day incorporating as much protein as possible.
Obviously as I have'nt posted my routine yet it would be hard to critique, but any suggestions as to my supplementation/ best method(s) for muscle separation/definition would be greatly appreciated

Cheers

 

[Du]

Hey.

Your supplementation looks good.

What do you take for your osteochondritis?

 

[davidpr21]

How's it going du510!

For my osteochronditis (right knee) I'm just recently started taking Glucosamine with Chondroitin supplements. Last March I had an arthroscopy where my surgeon debrided and cleaned up my knee, which has really helped, however I am supposed to be having an osteochrondral Graft sometime this year.

Would you or anyone else in a similar situation recommend Glucosamine? I've read quite a bit about this supplement but it would be great to know if anyone has first hand knowledge.

Cheers

 

[Du]

How's it going du510!

For my osteochronditis (right knee) I'm just recently started taking Glucosamine with Chondroitin supplements. Last March I had an arthroscopy where my surgeon debrided and cleaned up my knee, which has really helped, however I am supposed to be having an osteochrondral Graft sometime this year.

Would you or anyone else in a similar situation recommend Glucosamine? I've read quite a bit about this supplement but it would be great to know if anyone has first hand knowledge.

Cheers

Personally, I have reiters syndrome, a type of reactive arthritis. A little different, but similar at the same time. I take glucosamine/chondritin pretty often, but I also take sulfasalizine. Its a perscription drug, and it works well. But, the MSM is close in substance. Might be worth a look.

 

[davidpr21]

That's very helpful, thanks mate.

Are you able to perform squats and deadlifts? I find that after doing these exercises my knees are quite sore. Can you suggest other compound exercises to replace these? or methods to reduce stress on the Knees.?

 

[Du]

That's very helpful, thanks mate.

Are you able to perform squats and deadlifts? I find that after doing these exercises my knees are quite sore. Can you suggest other compound exercises to replace these? or methods to reduce stress on the Knees.?

Yea I do. I havent done DL's in years, but not bc of my knees. My hips are bad, and some toe joints are bad, but my knees and ankles are fine.

Since I dont know much about the actual type of pain youre having, all I can suggest is to try various leg lifts. Like leg press, hack squat, lunges, leg extensions and curls. Just try them out and see what works for you.

 

[Arnold]

davidpr21 welcome to IM!

 

[Witmaster]

Greetings and Salutations!!!!

Welcome to IM

 

[King Silverback]

Welcome!!!

 

[Pylon]

Ahoy!