Differences in limb strength

Training Q&A [Moderated]
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I’m coming up on 6 weeks post pinched nerve. Other than some pain here and there, I’m mostly still just dealing with extreme weakness in my right tricep and pec. I’m finally starting to see some progress with some strength returning however there’s still a huge disparity in the strength of my left side vs right side.

my question is while I’m still rehabbing my right side, should I be just maintaining on my left side? For example on dumbbell presses I’m just now getting to 45 on my right side but 65’s with the left and it feels fairly easy. I’m not sure if I should jump up to 70s or just keep the weight the same until my right side catches back up.

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Brett,

Thanks for the post. Glad to her you’re feeling better and continuing to improve. I would not limit the “stronger” side the sides independently of one another. There is some cross talk between the sides with at least some transference of training effect. The R side will catch up soon!

-Jordan

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Much appreciated Jordan! I’ll let my strong side continue to keep on trucking then