Unbalanced friend

**MrPerfect** · 01-21-2003, 11:35 AM

I have a buddy i just started working out with and I am putting him on my routine to help him build some strength. The only problem is one side of his body is much stronger on the brench press then his other causing and uneven and i would think dangerous lift. Does any have any suggestions or know how to correct that?

MP

**MBaraso** · 01-21-2003, 02:44 PM

Originally posted by MrPerfect
I have a buddy i just started working out with and I am putting him on my routine to help him build some strength. The only problem is one side of his body is much stronger on the brench press then his other causing and uneven and i would think dangerous lift. Does any have any suggestions or know how to correct that?

MP

Have him use dumbells for bench, instead of the bar...

**wrstlr69sdnl** · 01-21-2003, 09:43 PM

eather that or you can spot him on one side for the flat incline or decline just spot that one side and make sure its sraight with the other side

**MrPerfect** · 01-22-2003, 06:25 AM

Thanks guys, will that side ever catch up?

**willpharmd** · 01-22-2003, 07:21 AM

I agree with MBaraso, start doing benches(flat, incline, or decline) with dumbells. Then u can spot just his weak side under his elbow until it catches up with his strong side. Keep the reps low if he wants strength. Pyramid up to 4-6 reps. Just my opinion.

Good Luck

***BIG TEXAN*** · 01-22-2003, 08:38 AM

MBaraso and willpharmd are right....dumbells!

**majorpecs** · 01-22-2003, 09:37 AM

I will say it one more time to make sure you get it...DUMBBELLS!! Good luck on straightening him out..

**MrPerfect** · 01-22-2003, 04:17 PM

Thanks guys, the message is loud and clear. I can never find a workout partner that doesn't have some odd problem or god awful form ... at least i guess this is a small problem .. Dumbbells it is ..

MP