Extreme shoulder pain..

[MD2000]

It seems like everytime I try to do any type of chest excercise..it absolutely kills my chest.

My chest routine is:
Flat Bench Press (3x8)
Incline Bench Press (3x8)
Dips (3x8)

Usually when I lift..my chest doesn't really hurt..in fact I think that my chest could probably handle more weight but my shoulders absolutely kill me. Anyone know what could be the reason? I've studied all the forms and stuff and it seems like I'm doing everything right..any suggestions?

[USMuscle9403]

First off, I'd like to state that flat bench press can be VERY VERY rough on shoulders. I know I will get flamed for this and I don't care, but it tears up my shoulders and a LOT of other people that STILL do the movement. If you are having shoulder problems, I highly recommend taking these out. When was the last time you took some time off? How are your rotator cuffs? <~~ Do you think that may be the problem?

[D.Maist09]

well wat i do so alot of the weight doesnt go to my shoulders i pinch my shoulderblades together and that takes alot of the stress off the shoulders and mainly on the chest

[qwert_666]

yea, this sounds like a case of too much weight

take it easy for a bit and let yourself heal

[MD2000]

Originally posted by USMuscle9403
First off, I'd like to state that flat bench press can be VERY VERY rough on shoulders. I know I will get flamed for this and I don't care, but it tears up my shoulders and a LOT of other people that STILL do the movement. If you are having shoulder problems, I highly recommend taking these out. When was the last time you took some time off? How are your rotator cuffs? <~~ Do you think that may be the problem?

I used to do Dumbbell presses..but I decided to switch it up. I've been doing flat bench for a about two months..since I wanted to hit my chest differently. If I'm correct, rotator cuffs help you move your shoulders..I think. Well..that may be a problem..when I swing my arms around I can hear a slight clicking in my shoulder..but it doesn't really hurt that much..its just a little bit.

Originally posted by D.Maist09
well wat i do so alot of the weight doesnt go to my shoulders i pinch my shoulderblades together and that takes alot of the stress off the shoulders and mainly on the chest

Thanks for the tip..I'm gonna try that next week.

[MD2000]

I've tried the suggestions posted here but to no effect? Anyone know what else I can do!

[eggy_wont_grow]

go see a doc and find the source of the problem

got a doc?

[SrnkaT08]

Originally posted by eggy_wont_grow
go see a doc and find the source of the problem

got a doc?

exactly, how come nobody stated that..this forum should not be used as a doctor, you should seek medical attention..instead making the situation worse during the time u could be at the doctor...