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i tore my rotator cuff pretty bad about 8 months ago. i didn’t need surgery but my range of motion has been very low and my pain levels pretty high. i need to rehab my shoulder, get back to those pain free workouts and need help!

Hope I will get it as I really Need it !

I want to win a free copy.

Trying to win a free copy of shoulder program

I want to know about different hand positions for push ups. I get shoulder pain if I do push ups too often.

Fix my shoulder would improve my quality of life since i injured my shoulder years ago playing baseball. I have began working out and find a lot of movements bothering my shoulder. Thus hindering my performance on those lifts.

I’ve hit a snag going into new training sessions – scheduled to teach a new 6 week series introducing CrossFit inspired fitness for youth athletes and I’m in pain. Hard to teach what you can’t demonstrate so I need a real fix for my shoulder pain. I thought, like in the past, that I could just ice for a few days, take some anti-inflamatory meds and I’d be good go. Well, that ain’t cuttin’ it and I need some real help to fix this problem once and for all!

I have went through the shoulder cycle you describe, along with two surgeries for over 8 years. This program sounds like something I could use personally and for the many of clients with the same problems.

Entered the contest!

Good luck everyone!

I’m a self-experimenter. I have recently taken up kettlebells and gone through the most common kettlebell drills you can find on the net, such as push and press. I i jured my shoulder doing it – to be fair, not all that badly. It’s just that I had a nagging, pin-needle pain in my shoulder whenever I did push and press. Im in treatment for it at an acupuncturist, and I’m now looking for a system that could give me pain-free shoulder workout (and that would save me money NOT having to go to the acupuncturist anymore).

Would live to win a copy, and find out how to relieve my aching shoulders. Thanks for the opportunity!

When ya go to the doctors they just give shots and send you on your way.

Hello, I would be a good challenge for the sytem. While I’ve never had surgery, I’ve had various shoulder issues for years (I’m 50 now), from baseball days playing outfield and pitching, I now realize my warmup routine was either bad or non existent. I’ve had cortisone shots in both of them many times but don’t want any more out of fear of future consequences. I do warm them up better than I have in the past but am I doing them right? Up intil the 5 videos I was still doing most exercises wrong, and thought upright rows were good, as well as bench dips. I feel it is keeping me from doing heavier lifts which I really want to explore doing. Thanks for reading.

I could really use this information. being 47 and starting to rebuild my body has been a great adventure but there are days i feel 100 years old.

I´M VERY INTERESTED

I feel that having access to this quality information on how to fix my shoulder pain would be of great benefit to me right now. I have just received a sports scholarship for rugby at the university of Brunel, I am 21 and looking to continue playing at a high standard. Therefore I need to be avaliable for my team as a important player. In the past I have had numerous shoulder problems including a broken a colloar bone and repetitive rotator cuff problems. I am very focused on my sport and my training and as everyone else I do not want injury to prevent training or performance. I am always trying to prevent injuries occuring but do not have the best knowledge and am very thirsty to learn and develop. Thankyou, Jonah

Hi, I injured my shoulder a couple years back when I was weightlifting pretty regularly, I also work a job where I have to lift and carry heavy objects all day. I quit lifting weights to let it rest, though I still had to work, it hurt for quite a while but finally stopped hurting and I started lifting weights again, this time with a trainer. After making significant gains with no pain, one day when working out at home I injured it again, again I quit training to let it rest and after many months it finally quit hurting. I’m at that point now, scared to work out and afraid I’m going to re injure it. I’m still at the same job and having shoulder pain while having to continue the heavy lifting required in my job makes life really rough. I’d love to learn a way to heal and rehabilitate my shoulder and be able to play with my kids and lift weights again without pain. Thank you for your consideration, Chris Shipp

I have not been able to achieve my goal with regard to the bench, because I have been sidelined by shoulder pain at a time when I was making some significant progress. This has not just affecting my lifting program, it has also affected activities of daily life: reaching back to retrieve my wallet from my back pocket, reaching across my chest to put on my seat belt- things that do not involve lifting that have become painfully difficult. For those reasons, fixing my shoulder pain would not only enable me to get back on track with my lifting, but it would be a noticeable relief throughout my day.

This system looks perfect for what I’m looking for. I recently had surgery on my shoulder to remove a proximal aneurismal bone cyst in my right humerus. Because of this my shoulder is in a very kyphotic position and this prevents me from moving like I should. I have always actively participated in swimming, running, climbing, weight training, and soccer and I know this will help me get back to the level of competitiveness that I once had. Thank you guys for taking the time to put this together for those of us like myself who will certainly benefit from this.

I am a rugby coach who just experienced one of the worst seasons where injuries are concerned. 2 of my players dislocated their shoulder and several players got bicep tendinitis. I am from Asia and consulted several medical personnel on how to fix the problem but no one gave me the proper answers I was looking for to solve the problem.We are miles behing in sports medicine form the country I come form

I am hoping that the ” Fix my Shoulder pain” program will be the answer to preventing shoulder injuries for my next season as I still have not found the way to overcome the problem.

Thanks.

as a former power-lifter turned yoga instructor, massage therapist, and personal trainer, i value all the tools i can possibly access to help my clients (and myself, to be honest–my right shoulder is killing me). i want to be able to help those who come to me as best i possibly can. your blog has helped for sure, winning your video and text will help me help others even more thoroughly, to be sure.
thanks for picking me (and my clients)!
🙂

Hi guys. I just turned forty last year. I have coached high school hockey for 11 years. I have three kids all under ten years old. I recently became a certified fitness trainer. And in January i lost an edge while skating with the team, and crashed into the boards. After months of therapy, and no improvement in should pain, I went under the knife. 12 weeks later, I have as much pain as before surgery, despite months of rehab 3x per week. Why am I so interested in this? I want to keep coaching without pain. I want to sleep through the night again. I want to be able to play with my kids as the get older. And I want to know how to resolve this pain so I can pass it on to others that I work with, both high school kids and older folks like me.

I tore my rotator cuff, and really need to rehabilitate it….

Dear Sirs,
I have been receiving your electronic correspondence for the last couple of months and have found it extremely enlightening and most of all, honest and to the point.
The reason why I will find the information on how to fix my shoulder pain is really simple: I also recently got it and have not been able to perform my normal workout routines. Honestly I am not sure how I got it since it was not while performing a specific exercise that I felt any particular discomfort or pain but upon waking up one day, there it was, a localized pain that was not letting me lift my arm straight up.
I feel that learning about the possible causes of my pain and better yet, ways to handle it while still being able to continued training is a must for me at this stage.
I’d really appreciate being considered to receive this valuable information.
Thanks very much in advance and keep educating us all out here !!!
Sincerely
Juan Carlos Palacio

New studies change the information that Trainers and Instructors study during there initial training. It is a full time job staying current with new information, and if the trainer is only part-time – this is even worse. I find more and more people have shoulder issues in my classes, and they seem to be dominanting the supposed strong side of their bodies. I want to help these people strengthen their bodies including their shoulders, but NOT produce any further negative movements hindering possible repair. My morning class today is a group of middle aged people with many shoulder issues in the group. Tricep diips are not for many of them due to the shoulder stabilization requirements – however after watching the 5 worst shoulder exercises – I told them we are taking a break from dips and upright rows!! They were hoping for push ups too …. but NAH!!! I take my job very seriously, and I can say that this program and the research to create this program are going of great assistance to me and every client or participant in my classes. The better direction I can give them – the better proper development we create for those with healthy shoulders, and the better knowledge I can project to those with shoulder issues in need of repair. Thank you for the oppportunity!

I had problems that came on and off for the past several years. I hope to find something that will truly help me.

In 2007, playing soccer, I had my shoulder injured. It was two ligaments broken (or displaced). A SLAP and Bankart lvl. 4 injury. I didn’t do anything until last year because it was dislocating even while sleeping. After surgery my shoulder wasn’t able to rotate as much as I used to. When I began working out I realized I couldn’t do any overhead movement painless. When I saw this website some hope grew in me. Maybe I’m able to get my shoulder normal again. This program is perfect!!!

I just turned 51 and am starting to notice the creaks and tweaks my body is making – back, knees, and shoulders, among other things. Following some kettlebell exercises in January, my right shoulder has never been the same. Add to that, I’m a “knowledge-worker” so I spend hours a day with my shoulders hunched over a keyboard. I would use your material not just to get my shoulder back, but to keep it strong and flexible as I perform my daily work AND put another 51 years of demands on it.

This information is just what I have been looking for. Both the people I train as wll as myseff will be able to put this to use in our training and since shoulder injuries are so common this should be a great help.

Would love to win this copy and hopefully fix my bad shoulder. Then i could throw my little girl up in the air andit not hurt so much anymore.

I am an aspiring Olympic Archer. I play golf too regularly, throw a ball for my dog often without warming up-you know that you can’t deny playing fetch:). I also an a personal trainer/massage therapist. This information is critical to keep both myself and my clients in tip top shape. As stated previously by yourself, Geoff N and others ad nauseum…it is tough to keep clients on the “straight and narrow” as far a form is concerned and they invariably hurt their shoulders.
Help me help others.

Hi my name is don and feel your video would be Invaluable to me. Iam 43 years old and trying to stay in shape. I suffer from problems with my right shoulder of which no help could be offered other than rest it. Iam a nurse by trade and its sometimes difficult to transfer patients I would love a copy of your video series

I have been plaqued with an inflamed right AC joint. Have been to countless PT rehab centers. Some offerent little relief, but it constantly kept coming back. Have to sleep on my back at night, can’t even lie on my right side as when wake up the whing is swollen like a grape. Pain is managle, but an annoyance, as have not been pressing overhead in my workouts close to two years. The clips I watched of how not to shoulder press by you validated I had good form to start with. Only thing left in this puzzle to relieve the AC it seems the joint is reshaped. Would love to get back to overhead pressing my kettlebells eventually pain free and not wake up with the thing swollen.

Hi , I’m going 60 and need all the help I can get ! Been fighting my shoulders for years .
Good luck to all who enter !

My shoulders have been in bad shape for years. The right side falls out of socket fairly frequently. I was told I would need surgery to correct them but I would like to see if strengthening and conditioning will help.

I was impressed with the shoulder videos and tried the hang technique and it does work and that inspires me to
want the rest of it ergo my entry. Have had a load of bad luck lately and I’m hoping for something good to happen
for a change. Hope whoever wins will put it to good use.

I just turned 53 and have been fighting right shoulder pain for as long as I can remember. It comes and goes but it hindered my racquetball game and tennis game for years, caused constant pain as I threw thousands and thousands of Little League batting practice balls, and I have not been able to maintain a consistent resistance training regime for the past 6 years. I came across a video on Funk Roberts’ site demonstrating proper technique for a DB shoulder press which led me to the video of the 5 Worst Exercises for You Shoulders & How to Fix Them. I have already eliminated most of the pain from my training routines by simply pressing properly and avoiding the indicated exercises. Thanks for the incredible advice and I look forward to more!

I have been seriously and consistently working out for the past two years. I’ve gone from 170 pounds to over 210 and and around the same body fat percentage as where I started, and will be doing my first bodybuilding show in the spring. The pain that has existed in my right shoulder has started to cause differences in development between the left and right side of my upper body. I’ve gone through the traditional shoulder pain cycle and am ready to fix the problem before I lose shows due to symmetry issues. Not to mention, I LOVE lifting heavy, and I’m sick of babying my shoulder!

March, 2011: I ran my sportbike off the road and was thrown around. At one point I recall putting my left arm out to stop myself from rolling and that was a huge mistake. Immediately after I stood up, I ran to help another rider who dropped his bike in the middle of the windy, hilly two-lane road — we picked his bike up before traffic got to it.

October, 2012: Both my shoulders, especially the left, are still messed up (the wing area and teres minor) and I’ve given them a break, gone to the chiropractor and shoulder specialist, and my shoulders still have not recovered. There doesn’t seem to be any tearing of the rotator cuff, and no bones are broken or fractured. It’s muscle and nerve pain which increases after certain workouts and practice fights.

While I can do bench press and weighted pull-ups, I have to limit these and other exercises and reduce intensity. All I want is to be able to workout again like I did prior to wrecking the motorcycle. I believe “Fix My Shoulder Pain” will help me recover quickly, not just temporarily relieve my pain.

After lifting weights for almost a decade, I have developed shoulder issues which has altered my range of motion and held me back from making personal gains in the gym. Over the past year I’ve been experimenting with techniques to help increase the flexibility and stabilization of my shoulder and shoulder joints. I enjoy passing along the knowledge I’ve gained so others can learn from my mistakes. With the knowledge provided in the Fix My Shoulder Pain system I can hopefully stay healthy to purse my own personal gains in the gym and pass that knowledge on to others so that they may do the same.

I was told I have arthritis from bench pressing for 30 years. I have pain where the collar bone attaches to the shoulder. Would like to know what to do to get rid of that pain. Thanks.

Few weeks ago I started feeling pain in my rotator cuff. I continued working out, but it’s getting worse. I really want to win a free copy.

I had arthroscopic surgery on my rotator cuff 4 years ago, and my workouts have not been the same since. I not only cannot lift as much weight as before, but my range of motion hasn’t been the same either. Anything that would help my cause would be greatly appreciated.

my rotator cuff would appreciate this

I am eager to learn what Rick and Mike have to offer. I have, what seems to me, a rather strange problem. I injured my left shoulder a few months back doing seated DB presses. I’ve not been able to bench since then or do a good pull-up. Strangely, I’ve discovered that doing things like cleans and BTN push-presses don’t hurt. Actually they help. I’ve no idea why this is, but I’ve been hitting these hard lately. Hopefully, this product will teach me why, and help get rid of the nagging pain whenever I bench or do a pull-up.

Thanks for this offer!

If this can Fix my shoulder pain I will definatly be giving a try. It seems legit and is not another ” must have too good to be true” Your site was recommended by a trusted source which led me here today.
As a 52 female I lift heavy at the gym and at home deal with the work load of caring for my quadriplegic boyfriend .Plus the house hold chores that come that need my attention ..
I do the usual stretches but always seem to be favoring my left shoulder. Would love to win my copy but will be checking this out no matter.Plus winning anything is fun 🙂

Trying to figure out how to deal with my unstable shoulder joints. This course could be an answer.

Rick and Mike,
I am very excited about your program and feel I would be a great candidate for your contest. As a former competitive gymnast (ring specialist), a martial artist and kettlebell enthusiast, I have had chronic shoulder problems over the years, many of which have side-lined me for months (many) at a time. In fact it was my shoulder injuries that inspired me to become a chiropractor, which I have been practicing for the last 27 years. I am always on the look out for new effective methods for rehabilitating and preventing shoulder injuries, especially mine. Rick, your kinesiological evaluation of shoulder biomechanics was spot on! So I am intrigued to say the least. Bottom line – pick me. It’s a win-win situation!

Hi I have been struggling with shoulder pain in my left shoulder for multiple years now. I believe it is due to an injury from football. It plagues me and constantly irritates my shpulder and rhomboid. I have been to multiple high level chiropractors who work on professional level athletes and none has been able to solve it for certain. The last doctor said he could get me back to 100% but I havent been able to see him as I live in Los Angeles and he works in the bay area. I desparately need some help with my shoulder so I can get back to training optimally. I really desire to start this program so I hope you can hear my pain. Thanks.

I have shoulder pain

I would absolutely love this program in order to fix my shoulders at this time. I am currently preparing for the RKC certification so I could start teaching kettlebell classes. However, my shoulder pain has really put me back for who knows how long. I believe your system would greatly help

I’m 54 and in the US Army Reserves. while serving my right shoulder has been dislocated 7 times – first time when I was 47. After 2 operations and almost 2 years of rehab I have good range of motion and serious loss of muscle tone in the upper chest. the Army says it’s a 10%+ disability, I say with the right program it’s just ability waiting to be developed.

I will always put the mission first
I will NEVER quit

Bill

Had bone spur removed in March. Just finished rehab last week and was told not to do any exercise where my hands go above my shoulder for the rest of my life and no heavy weights. I am 48 and I don’t accept that as a solution. I have been weight training for 7 years and have not lifted since March. I miss weight training please send me a free copy.

I want to win a free copy so I can fix my shoulder pain!

For the past 4yrs or so ive been unfortunate to have suffered fairly badly with shoulder pain. Having tried numerous different methods to get the fix i have so far yet to find it..:hence my reason for turning to you, this is my last option before turning to surgey, something which i don’t want. As a firefighter it is extremely important that i am fit and healthy, this hasn’t been the case and nearly resulted in me not getting the job in the first place.
What i would give for a healthy shoulder cannot be put into words. It would be life changing, it would mean i could dedicate myself to training 100% and start heading towards the goals that are currently unattainable.

Enjoyed your tips and hoping to win this video.

Thanks

Can’t lift light bench press

Two years I was terribly out of shape, and really obese two years ago (130+kg at 182cm height). Married life, work, sitting in office all day, etc had it’s toll and I simply stopped working on myself. This really affected my health and everyday life in many ways.

I decided to change and return to the gym. Over next 10 months I lost 40 kg (around 90 pounds).
However, during this hard time for me, I hurt my shoulder doing dips.
Now my shoulder is in chronic pain, preventing me from really advancing my bench and military press, even affecting my posture for squats and similar. I’ve been trying some of the advices provided by you and I think I can feel the improvement, so I would really benefit from your program.

30 years behind a desk and computer combined with a lack of balance in weight training in my younger years has left me with some dysfunctional shoulders. I could definitely use a program to fix my shoulders!

Mike

I don’t have an injury so far, but if I win a copy, I can use it to keep myself pain- & injury-free. Prevention is better than cure, after all.
And, if you add material for other body parts, I would want to get those, too.

I am a fysiotherapeut and strenght coach för tennis players in sweden. It is a lot of shoulder injuries in tennis and I work on That problem and need to now more about to rehab and prevent it. I also have a impingment problem my self that make my swiming difficult 6month Back. I training for Ironman triathlon.

This past February, I was doing one armed rows when I got a searing pain in the shoulder. I stopped immediately and left the shoulder alone but it never healed. There is always a dull ache in that spot and it is tender to the touch. I’m hoping that your program will help rectify the problem.
Thanks for considering my entry.
William

I want to learn something new about shoulder injuries. I had shoulder injury 3 years before, and somehow I succeed to fix my problem. Since then, I am really interested about fixing and preventing injuries. I think there is a lot of things,still to learn-to make shoulders stronger and healthier! I am really glad,that you make this kind of program to people like us.

Do you ever wonder if you are going crazy? I have been an athlete for about 50 of my 61 years of my life, so I am pretty in tune with my body and how it functions and what may be out of whack in regards to injures. I am a coach of several sports (competitor in age group events as well) and have had a ton of training over the years on how to “work out” (proper techniques and all). However, I have had a shoulder problem for six months now that I have seen a doctor, message therapist, and everyone else I can think of to try and fix to no avail. It may be that I don’t rest it enough or perhaps it is because I am getting too old to be as active as I am, but I have not been able to get rid of this problem. Please help!

I’ve had problems since a dislocation so I am curious to know whether such a program may help me.

I have an a/c phase 2 shoulder injury going on 6 months now I been to the therapist had a Mir and a cortisone shot nothing working I can sleep at night or work out most of all just want my sleep back I’m a grumpy man when I don’t get me sleep lol (thanks) good luck to all 🙂

I hurt my shoulder pretty bad in a early 20s doing heavy bench presses. I never saw a doctor and to this day still have not. My shoulder has never completely healed and when ever I do push ups or bench presses or really any shoulder exercise my shoulder hurts a lot. Normally I have to quit exercising and wait weeks for it to heal. I would like to try fix my shoulder pain system and see if I can build my shoulders up to the point where I can exercise pain free again!!

Thanks,
Paul

My shoulders are trashed after spending 25 years as a tile finisher; Chopping up mortar (mud) & hauling them around in five gallon buckets have left them in bad shape. I had surgery on my right shoulder a few months ago in which they removed a 1/4″ of my collar bone, a biceps tendon, the bursa & fixed the rotator cuff. I’m due to have my left shoulder done in December. I would like to regain the strength & mobility I once had-possibly even surpassing it! I think this program would be very beneficial to me.
Thank you for your consideration.
Sincerely,
William

I had decompression surgery on my right shoulder about 10 years ago and did great for quite awhile. Over the last year or so I have started to feel the same symptons in the left one. I went through a little rehab and got one injection. I pretty much went away from workouts so that I could play golf for the summer but have started back in and have the same issues. Even pushups are pretty brutal on that left shoulder. I plan to start really working on my shoulder so I can return to some lifting and upper body work soon. Look forward to the guidance and have something proven to work.

Would like like to win a copy of the program cause I’m worried about my shoulder condition, sometimes it aching after a workout, and I’m so worried that future injury might happen and I wouldnt achieve my ultimate dream:( and we all know that if we didn’t make a solution for this problem that problem would go bigger, its like a domino effect! simple shoulder cracking sound may lead to >> shoulder pain would lead to>> shoulder injury >>and it would lead to hospitalization>> would spend big money for hospitalization and surgery>>> and permanent disability!>> and we may not able to go to gym again. I want to win because I know the information that I will learn from this program is a real solution 🙂

Up through high school I was a gymnast. Almost all of my physical conditioning has been through bodyweight exercises. However, sometime last year my right shoulder started bothering me when in inverted positions like handstands, doing cartwheels, or even the Downward Dog pose in Yoga. (I’m pretty sure the pain came from doing breakfalls in Karate.) I’ve mostly been avoiding inverted positions now. I’d love to find a long-term solution to this soreness!

Lot shoilder injuries from inproper technique would love to be able to help fix them up.

ok its easy shoulders are my machine gun i use it in all what u do in life not only gym so if i cant use them right then i will be always not feeling comfortable thats why i am looking for a copy 😀

Looking at surgery…. really sucks to have this much shoulder pain in both my shoulders and for different reasons…
Would love the help of your program. Really want to be able to lift weights again some day!

Hope I will get one!

I have two torn rotator cuffs and as a result limits to mobility and flexibility. These limits have a huge impact on what I can do, not only in the gym but in my general quality of life. The pain level is something I’ve become accustomed too but would really like to be able to do more.

Lot of ahoulder injuries due to improper techique would to help fix all those injuries and teach to make sure they dont get anymore injuries

I went through years of stress from being in a bad relationship. As a result I became very lazy and haphazard about working out. All the stress from my bad relationship went right to my shoulders as a result of this and my haphazard workout schedules I know have frozen shoulder and extremly tight shoulder muscles which has also caused pain in my neck as well. Anyways when I workout now at my local ymca whenever I do shoulder exercises of any kind it causes me severe pain and I really feel the stiffness in my shoulder joints and the tightness from my shoulders I feel down into my arms causing me to not be able to lift to my potential. I really think you shoulder program can help me out big time. Like I said my shoulders are extremly tight and sore most of the time. I feel that your program will help me loosen realign and strengthen my shoulders and thus relieve pain and get me lifting to my potiential. I am a fairly big guy and know if I did not have the shoulder pain that I do or the stiffness that I do I would have the great potiential of lifting and pulling with a great amount of strength which I know is within my body. I love lifitng and want to be able to lift to the potential I know I am capable of. I also want to have functional strength in my shoulders and know that strengthening my shoulders will go a long way to helping reileve the pain not only in the shoulders but also in my neck. I would be very greatful if you picked me to win one of your programs for free. Thank you very much for taking the time to read my comments. My snail mail address is 51 Lewis drive Orillia,Ontaio,Canada L3V 7S1 if I should win. I hope to hear from you that I won and keep up the good work in helping people with shoulder pain and stiffness.

I have been struggling with pain in my right shoulder for over four years now. At 51, I’m trying to get back into shape and keep my strength levels up and this is a major stumbling block for me. I had it assessed including an MRI and, of course, the Ortho wants to do surgery. I have been doing stretches and trying to balance my shoulder development to improve this issue and I have but there is still the nagging sticking point and the anxiety of hitting the angle of acute pain that is keeping me on machines for my training. I believe I need to get back to some dumbbell and barbell training to hit the core muscles. Without it, getting my strength levels back seem less probable. I would also like to be able to throw a ball again. 🙂

The FMSP would improve my quality of life because it would not only stop my shoulder pain, but teach me how to avoid re-injuring my shoulder.

I don’t know exactly what I did that caused my shoulder injury – watching the videos on shoulder exercises to avoid showed me it could have one of those exercise – I think I used to do them all. I’ve used a physical therapist and a biokineticist for a total period of over 6 months – it seemed to me to be treating the symptoms and not getting to the root cause of the problem. I would be fine after a few weeks of treatment – I would be in pain, so I wasn’t using my shoulder, but it wouldn’t take long for the pain to come back.

I hope that if I win FMSP, I’ll be able both treat the symptom (the pain) and the root cause.

I’m a 69 year old practicing veterinarian who’s been doing triathlons and marathons for the past 30 years. I have been having a difficult time maintaining upper body conditioning over the past 2 years due to shoulder pain. I usually do 2-3 strength training sessions each week but for the past few months have trouble getting through chest and shoulder workouts without significant pain.
After taking the “5 worst exercises for your shoulders” quiz, I realize most of my problem is self-inflicted.
Some friends my age have had “rotator cuff surgery” with mixed results.
Surgery is NOT an option for me as long as I see myself functioning as well as they are after the surgical “fix”.
I was convinced, even prior to seeing your SR3 Method advertized, that my “problem” could be addressed through physical correction and conditioning. I just didn’t know the correct approach.
Your program is answered prayer.

Seems like this program would be really beneficial to me. Hope I can win it!

Fantastic tips for the safest most beneficial shoulder workouts demonstrated by real pros.

-Firstly thank you for the volumes of info you have shared with us so far,of which I found helpful and beneficial.

If Fix will fix my shoulder pain it will help me pursue my certification of RKC ,I plan taking it on April
I am also considering NSCA CPT
I Wish you all success in your recovery and your carriers in strength and conditioning
Mr. Kaselj, thank you
Mr. Westerdal, thank you

The fix shoulder pain system will improve a quality of life because when u are injury free with your shoulders you can do a whole lot with your body in terms of training had. Your shoulders are your guide to trainings which involves the upper part of your body so without the right workouts on them you will end up in injury’s and no results too. so this is why i need this information.

I think the Fix My Shoulder Pain system would improve my quality of life by finally allowing me to re-align/re-shape my shoulders to offset all the years of pain from performing weightlifting exercises incorrectly and stooping over my work computer for hours on end. I believe my shoulder blades are tilted forward from these activities, and therefore I am in a constant cycle of injuring my shoulders from weightlifting, and then going to multiple practitioners in a desperate attempt to find a solution (physical therapists, chiroprators, massage therapists, Rolfers, Active Release Technique…and then some!) Ultimately the result of all these doctor visits is the same — a much lighter wallet, some temporary relief, and a pat on the back with a few stretches and exercises I can continue at home which in hindisght I realize have done nothing to get to the root of the problem. I have been searching for a solution which will target the root cause instead of the symptoms — but to date my search has gone in vain. My ultimate goal is to improve the overall health of my shoulders by re-positioning them so that as I grow older (I am 45 years old), I can continue with an overall conditioning program that will keep me fit, pain free and feeling young! I very much look forward to the release of your system…thanks in advance for what is sure to be a hugely successful program!!

I have gleno-humeral arthritis,torn labrums,AC joint arthritis,rotator cuff impingement.

I have pain ,stiffness,and limited ROM in various planes of motion.I avoid all overhead pressing or similar activities.I have learned to work around a problem that is always there.

I am looking to strengthen/bulletproof my shoulders and to avoid surgery especially arthroplasy.

Thanks for the opportunity and for reading.

🙂

I had to have surgery on both of my shoulders because they grew with a little hook, that slowly shredded both rotator cuffs every time I moved my arms. When they went in to fix the right one, they saw that the muscle was 99% ripped off the bone. They stitched and screwed it back into the bone. Over a 2 year recovery period just to get the muscle to where it was before it was torn. Needless to say, my shoulders are very week and interfere with my training as they can only handle so much. I think this system would greatly improve my life in many pain free ways!

I am 24 years old and now have near constant pain in my shoulders due to being taught to do exercises that actually damaged my shoulders while preparing for football season (3 of 4 years of my highschool career). We collectively trusted our strength coach to teach us proper exercises and form to be in peak condition while minimizing our chances of injury in the gym and on the field. I now lift in a facility where there are a lot of younger guys including a large portion of the highschool team lifts when they can’t make the team workouts during off season conditioning. I wish to better my own workouts, but would also love to be able to help others avoid similar circumstances that I have experienced.

I am a 71 year old fitness trainer with increasingly restricted movement of my shoulders. Not only does this limit what I can do in demonstrating exercises for my clients, it also lessens my credibility with them. In addition to that, I am also an avid gardener, and both the length of time I can spend in the garden and the enjoyment I can get from it are being diminished by this shoulder problem. I now have a growing collection of books on remedies for shoulder problems which include massage, stretching, and shoulder injuries. So far, my progress with ridding myself of my problem has been both limited and frustrating. From what little I have already read and applied from the suggestions in the e-mails I have received, I feel encouraged to pursue learning about the SR3 method. Hopefully, I will be able to join my son in a half Ironman he will be competing in September next year. Having fully functioning and strong shoulders will dramatically change my life and eliminate my fears about becoming unable to do all the things I love and want to do.

I messed my shoulder up breaking a staff assault up at the prison I work at now eveeytime I bench my shoulder just kills me.

I don’t how I found this site, but im sure glad I did! I’m not sure how I did it, but I strained my rotator cuff about six months ago in the gym. Was it uptight rows, laterals done too heavy? I don’t know. It just HURTS and has really slowed my progress. I have goals for my 57th birthday, in January, (dead lift, squat and dumbbell bench) and hopefully, with your help, I can repair my shoulder.

I’m a young father to be and I had a dream about nine months ago. In this dream, I saw myself as physically fit (which I was not at the time) and in my dream, my wife commented how she really liked me with some muscle. When I told my wife about the dream, she commented ‘hmmm, that would be nice.’ So I set out to learn as much as I could about the best way to workout, but found many sites lacking and contradictory. I would like to learn from you as to how to build lasting principles that will helpme for years to come, not to mention teach others as well!

I have shoulder pain, would greatly appreciate this program.
Thank you…..

Hi Rick, I am currently recovering from a right shoulder rotator cuff injury and am finding difficulty performing some of the shoulder exercises. Also, my wife trains with me and she broke her collar bone on her left shoulder and cannot do lateral or dumbbell shoulder presses without experincing discomfort. I believe your system will help get us to perform more shouldeer type exercises. Your “5 Worst Exercises” videos have been a help already – as we adjusted out program accordingly. Thanks.

I have impinged both shoulders which the first time took 18 months to to heal. I have had trouble with my left shoulder but now I am experiencing pain in my right shoulder and bicep. Any suggestions to relieve these shoulder issues would be greatly appreciated.

Thank for the opportunity to win your “Fix My Shoulder Pain” system. I have dealt with shoulder paid for 30 years and have tried many methods to overcome the pain without success so I would greatly appreciate your system to finally be free if this pain 🙂

Thank you and have a great day!

I badly dislocated my left shoulder when i was 13 at school playing football. I spent 2 months with a physio following the injury to rehab my shoulder. I have competed at various sports to a high level and have always suffered from pain and weakness in my left shoulder. I have seen lots of different therapists and even had an orthopedic surgeon opinion. I can not sleep on my left side and often have a dull ache in my left shoulder joint. Because it is my non dominant arm i have managed but always wondered how much better an athlete i could be if my left shoulder was 100%. I am now 30 and have suffered long enough with this injury, i have exhausted almost all avenues of rehab. I believe i would benefit from Fix My Shoulder Pain so with Rick’s help i can learn to conduct a self assessment on my shoulder and begin to take steps to fix it. I hope at the end of the program i can sleep better, become pain free and realize my true potential as an athlete.

Hi. I suffer from tear rotator cuff and tenontitis. i didnt proceed with an operation the last minuite. i really need to work this out somehow as i feel sick and sore. moreover i have a 2,5 year old son with whomei want to spend quality time. Now i cannot even get him on my shoulders. Thsnks for giving us the opp.

I am a martial arts instructor dealing with repeted shoulder pain. My family all seem to think it runs in the family. I believe it is simply a lack of knowing what to do and what NOT to do.

Well to get straight to the point. I’m a 26 year old aspiring for strength and I had an accident. The accident occurred when I was trying my hands at the 110lbs dumb bell should press my spot wasn’t watching close enough and I lost control on my right arm which lead to a dislocated shoulder. After physio my should has show improvements but I feel this informations package may bring me back to my goal of a big powerful log press. Please help me

I am experiencing pain in both my shoulders as well as some cartridge popping. I am worried that if I don’t get these problems corrected soon it will put a stop to my training. I am 45 years old and trying to begin a body transformation for myself. I really want this to work out but not to the extent that I damage myself in the process. I really think your program will be extremely helpful since I do not have a personal trainer to guide me. I am self taught and motivated.

Thank you
Rob

I turned 50 this year and decided it was time to get in shape. I went on a diet and lost 65lbs and now I need to exercise to get in shape. Unfortunately, I have bad shoulders from old football injuries and struggle to do any kind of shoulder or chest exercise. I would really like to get in great shape and blow people’s minds but without your program it is unlikely I will succeed. I would be a great testimony for your product.

Hi Mike,
I recently injured my shoulder doing Kettlebells. It currently restricts my movement when I raise my arm above my head leaving me with limited flexibility. From everything you have stated, being able to do your system would definitely have a positive affect on my shoulder by getting rid of the pain by realigning the shoulder and socket properly. I certainly look forward to getting the information regardless.
Thank you for your consideration!
Dennis

I’ve had labrum surgery in my right shoulder, 3 yrs go. Now my left shoulder is in pain. It doesn’t feel like the same thing. I’m fine with any pulls. It’s the presses that cause a lot of pain. Can’t sleep on that side. Aches a lot of the time.Anything reaching over head or out to the side is a problem.Any help would be greatly apreciated.

Definitely could use help with the shoulder pain issue. Thanks for the opportunity.

I am a high school students and injured my shoulder during squats. its happened last year and still i never have relief. I went to doctor and he tole me to put balm on it, but it only helps if i dont move around. every since than i havnet been able to pay attention in any of my classes and what makes it worse is to carry a 25ib backpack to school everyday, which just makes my shoulder hurt more.

My bench press power/strength is hampered by injury to my shoulders(more on my stronger side: right)
Any good advice will help.
Thank you

highschool student – injured during squats – doctor says balm = no effect on my end – can barely pay attention in class – have to carry 25ib backpack 5 days a week- this system will help me recover from the injury and i will be able to pay attention in class and go back to playing sports

I have had a shoulder injury for about a year now which is affecting both my training and work . I am a single parent and work as a self employed heating engineer which requires a lot heavy lifting etc . Not only does my family rely on me to bring in an income, I train my son at the gym to help him with his post traumatic stress disorder . This is becoming more difficult to do . I would really appreciate the help which would benefit not just me but my whole family.
Thanks for considering me Luis Garcia UK

I certainly could use this!

I really need to win the pain free shoulder routine. I haven’t gotten to train for years because of an injury to my shoulder from training hard. Hopefully, I’ll win win and get back to training.

Hello guys,

I come from Greece south east part of Europe. I tore my rotator cuff and thankfully I didn’t need surgery but this injury stopped my training in boxing and weights for quite a long time. I’m trying to start again because training is my sanctuary.
Thank you in advance.

I am famale bodybuilder. I injured my right rotator cuff and took me months of massage/chiropractor visits and carefull workouts to get better. The right side was still weaker (normally stronger). Now it feels better and what happen…I have a pain on my left shoulder. I am so upset. I really don’t know what I did wrong…not enough warm up, compensating for the injured right one. I could certainly use your guidance. Thank you

I could really use this. I had shoulder surgery for a SLAP tear almost a year ago and it hasn’t recovered well despite following all the directions given by my ortho and PT. So, help please?

This program could improve the quality of my life by improving my wife’s life. She has the shoulder injury and when she is happy I am happy. She was injured after doing a rather “extreme” weight program that in the beginning made her strong and fit but later made her sore and sad. When my wife is sad I am sad and whe she is happy I am happy. We are both chiropractors and depend on the health of our joints on a daily basis. We also used some of our professional tools such as, adjustments, cold laser, rock tape etc. without any significant results. Your program is arrivimg at the right time as I also have quite a few patients (mostly women) recently who have similar issues. When my patients are happy I am happy and I am sure their husbands are happy. So it seems that qiute a bit of happiness is resting on your hopefully non-injured shoulders.
Thanks for all you do.

I have had both shoulders operated on , rt shoulder in 1980 with a severe posterior dislocate, left shoulder in 2012 with a torn cuff. Always fighting some sort of pain in both shoulders i would love a system that could finally get me back on track and hopefully pain free.Thanks Bill

Because I have experienced shoulder pain for the past 5 years, I am always hopeful for some correct information to help me to heal/correct the problem. I work out so discipline is not a problem with me. I have tried and stilll do a routine every day for the shoulders (as well as for back and abs), and have not missed once in 5 years. I have avoided some excercises that were told to harm rather than help, and try not to sleep on either shoulder. I am open for anything new out there, and I just started a simple “hang” at the gym before my workouts, which makes perfectly good sense. I understand that I am one of many, many people out there who have pain in their shoulders, but I know that I would follow instructions. Thanks for your consideration.
Lou

64 year old former Marine and power lifter, been lifting since I was 12 years old and want to continue. In the last 4 years I’ve had rotor surgery on both shoulders and my right shoulder was eventually replaced. My left shoulder is bone on bone and needs replacing as well but I’m in no hurry to go thru that again. I was retired early because of these injuries and my knees. Conversely I have a much slower life style and want to continue to lift, however even after all the surgeries and replacements I still experience some shoulder pain and I’m looking for a program that will allow me to be pain free and continue somewhat abbreviated training. None of the physical therapist or surgeons seem to agree on what a workout program should look like, they’re not used to dealing with old combat athletes and lifters and basically think I should be completely happy with a 5 lbs. chrome dumbell and a mirror. I know at my age I’m not looking for PR’s but would like to retain decent muscle mass and feel good. Thanks

I think I would benefit from this system for the following reasons, a) I do manual demolition as my occupation, which is a lot of shoulder work. B) at 56 years old I training to go into bodybuilding when I retire. C) and lastly, I do have some pain in my left shoulder that comes and goes that I would like to try this system on. Thank You.

I am 47 years old. I run a very successful facility in New Jersey where we coach large groups, semi-private and athletic performance S & C programs. For the last several months I have had a cranky left shoulder and have been diligent in using SMF techniques, some of Kelly Starret’s SMF/’flossing’ strategies, massage therapy…and although my issue is not getting worse (does not disrupt my performance too much) it does have some impact on my load progressions. This fact is important for the simple fact that at the request of our 3 boys Matt, Luke and Christian I will be competing as a non-affiliate athlete in the 2013 Crossfit Games. I need to have my shoulder as near 100% as possible. It is important that I show my boys that even at 47 years, you can be incredibly competitive even with a group of men much my junior. The goal that I have mentioned is larger than the Crossfit Games…I want it to be one of those life lessons that I can share with our boys that expresses how vitally important integrity of character and commitment are in achieving the goals we set out to accomplish in life. If a goal is that important…You will take the required measures to meet the challenge…Period!
Keep Rockin’, brothers Mike & Rick!

I am 66 years old and in relatively good physical condition. I play tennis two or three times a week and workout in our University gym usually two or three times per week. About 6 months ago I started to have slight pain in both shoulders. I thought I would be able to work it out, but it has continued to become worse despite physiotherapy and other interventions. I was quite excited when I read about the 5 worst exercises you can do for your shoulders and immediately stopped doing the ones I had been doing. Now I feel that the next step of rehabilitation that your program is offering would be ideal to get me back on track to being pain free once again.

Need shoulder pain relief

I am a 59 year old male. I have been active all my life and enjoy a very active lifetyle. Nine months ago, something happened during a workout which has continued to result in pain and stiffness throughout the entire shoulder girdle. I have had a couple of steroid injections, and have also seen a physical therapist for several visits. Although, I have had some relief, the pain and stiffness is still present. I am unable to sleep on that side and it very much limits my ability to workout. He orthopedic guy I was seeing has suggested that the next step would be an mri withe the possibility of surgery. However, I do not want to go that route if there is still an option of healing through an appropriate exercise and stretching regimen. Thank you.

Fix my shoulder pain system sounds like a dream!! After chiropractic, Physiotherapists, and an exercise physiologist have unfortunatley left me resigned to the fact that my shoulder pain may never disappear… Yahoo for the revolution that offers a sure fire way to be able to train like a trooper and put on muscle around the shoulder girdle and upper arm, without the feeling that one day i will wake up and not be able to lift my hand. Also will allow me to try a whole new range of shoulder specific exercises, cant Wait 😉

Hi Mike and Rick,
Implementing your information will make a improvement in my client’s shoulder health! I am the owner and sole trainer at a successful private exercise studio. I am a former gymnast and have shoulder injuries that can take the joy out of life when they flare up. Your information has helped me already to manage my shoulder pain. I would love to be able to access your information so my client’s with shoulder issues will get relief. I have a networkThank you so much.

Sincerely,
Terry Cayea
Shape of Your Life

I had surgery on my left shoulder(torn labrum) over 7 years ago and my shoulder has never been the same. In fact it has gotten so badly recently, that I went to see an orthopedist yet again(getting MRI in 2 weeks.). I have tried p.t., chiropractic, yoga, changing up my workouts multiple times. I even completed my first ever triathlon this past weekend. But, I’m so tired of not being able to do more and more activities. Swimming is even painful and it has gotten to the point where it hurts to pick up my 3 year old son.

I sit in front of a computer most of the day, work 10-12 hours/day, commute 1 hour each way and still manage to workout 4-5 times a week. I am desperate to fix my shoulders(no pain, more flexibility, etc) just because I want a normal, pain-free and healthy life. I am willing to do anything and put whatever time I need into it, so this program sounds like a dream fit for me.

Where do I begin with my list of ailments? At the age of 48 and being a competitive Natural Bodybuilder with over 23 shows under my belt, I have been my own worst enemy over the years of not listening to my body when it is hurt or hurting. I had shoulder surgery back in 2006 on the left side and now the right side is starting to give me issues as well. I have worked around this issue for the past 5-6 months and have been reluctant to schedule an Ortho Appt due to not wanting to hear that I am going to require surgery to fix it. I have been researching rehab sites and other material in the hopes of trying to fix it myself to no avail. I came across your new system by chance one day and I am very intrigued with your ideas and concepts that will fix my shoulder. Your system is appropriately named…because that is what I WANT….”Fix My Shoulder Pain”

Summer has always been my favourite season, but lately it’s been getting a nightmare: my shoulders (especially the right one) started aching in 2006 and got worse each summer every time i tried to play beach volley or surfing (paddling out had become really painful) and in the end i had to give up. I’m not a pro or anything but i always loved to play and surf with my friends and now i really miss it. I recently discovered Rick’s videos about the “worst” exercises and found out i was constantly doing two of them in the gym, so i immediately tweaked them.

I hope this program will help me to heal my shoulders and get ready for summer 2013:-)

I would really like to win this!

I am a 75 yr old male into RKC for about ten years on my own with a little instruction from a Seattle-based RKC
certified instructor helped immeasurably. My right shoulder has been injured several times in falls and a construction-
related incident handling a heavy beam. I believe the exact information and specific guidance provided in Fix My
Shoulder Pain could provide the help I am looking for.

I had shoulder surgery in 2003 to relieve tighness and inflamation caused by years of improper lifting technique. I have recently gotten back into training seriously for bodybuilding. I find that I am starting to experience the tightness and discomfort I used to experience before surgery. I am looking into active release but need something in addtion to rebalance my shoulder girdle so that I may train consistenly.

Well, I am a high school English teacher and martial artist. We live in a age and society that is so adjusted to sitting in a chair and looking at a computer screen for almost whatever “profession” (in quotes, because I can’t really thinkof any professional nowadays that would not use a computer) you are in or choose to be in. WIthout pain-free shoulders how can we successfully “carry the weight of the world on our shoulders”?

I believe it is the mission of society to reeducate the citizens (even of the future) to be in physical shape in order to carry on with a mentally and spiritually health society. If not for the physical body what can we do to give back to society (of course, there are ways around it), but if we do have phsically healthy bodies, we can do so much more. WIth healthy shoulders we can carry that much of responsiblity on them, while we add whatever phsical activity we can with them. Because the shoulders are key to pretty much any and all upper body exercise.

Im studying to physiotherapist and im suffering from shoulderproblems myself so i could use a copy for selfuse and for getting even better at helping others… i hope i win 🙂

Hi !

I tried your ” quick fix ” grasping as bar over head and it worked! I be working out for 14 years and have definitely been experiencing the shoulder pain cycle.

In 2003, I had a surgery on each shoulder due to an old football injury and years of unhindered strength training. The dull pain was causing sleepless night, irritability and extreme fatigue. A year and a half of PT, cortisone and other unsuccessful therapies led to the knife. Things were better until 2010. Since then, my shoulders have regressed almost to pre-surgery status. I changed the type and frequency of my exercise routines and it helped greatly but it’s still my weakest and least stable joint/muscle group. I’m a Certified Nutrition Consultant, which played a huge part in my overall health improvement, and this specific method would help properly rehabilitate and reshape my shoulders so I can be confident when instructing my clients (injured powerlifters and athletes for the most part) in the same regard. I love being able to refer these different methods along with my nutrition/lifestyle recommendations to my clients to improve their health and lives!

Well…i’m poor….and my shoulders hurt..and i’m almost 17.

Hi there. I injured my shoulder from over use at a fast food restaurant as a second job 3 years ago. I then had to quit and went through physio which helped but not cure. I have changed my bed, and pillow but it has not helped. Unfortunately the injured shoulder is also the one i sleep on. Sleep is not good as i wake up several times with shoulder pain. I’m not sure what else i can do but learn to live with it. If you think your program can help I’d appreciate any help you can give. Thanks for your consideration.

I have been in the military for 15 years now, and as anyone that has dealt with them knows the pain cycle you describe is standard procedure with any kind of injury with the medical system we have to deal with. I have been having shoulder pain for aobut 3 years now off and on, and it seems when I stop lifting weights, which I love to do, it gets worse. When I am lifting it improves but never totally goes away so it appears I am on the right track just not all the way there and with the help of this program would have to say my pain would go away and I would be able to continue to make gains in lifting and help allow me to perform my job with less pain as it can be a major distractor when it really matters.

Hi, my names Eric. I got into lifting weights in the spring of 2011 following a program made by Rusty Moore from the fitness black book website. With only one month left to finish with the program I torn my left shoulders rotator cuff doing a lift improperly. Completely my own fault. After a few visits to an orthopedic doctor we came to the conclusion that I would need surgery, but I can’t afford it. Knowing that even with surgery the shoulder isn’t really “fixed” anyways I would like to have some help with rehabilitating my shoulder instead. The rehab exercises they had me do for 3 months just made my shoulder worse. There is chronic pain, although it has lessened over the year. My shoulder cracks pretty bad because there is some cartilage damage as well. The pain sometimes even extends down to my bicep.

I’m 26 and really enjoyed lifting weights because I was making huge gains for being an ectomorph. Before I got injured I was able for the first time in my life to bench 200lbs which was about 40lbs more then I weighed at the time. That feeling was awesome! I wasn’t even training for bench! But, because of my shoulder I haven’t been to the gym since, only doing some bodyweight training once in awhile. I miss lifting and want to check out the Fix My Shoulder Pain program.

Thanks

I’m 65 years old, a retired Army guy. I’m an active fly fisher, bow hunter, and row my raft and pontoon boat on local rivers and lakes. I need my back and shoulders to be in good shape to keep up this outdoor lifestyle. I work out regularly with dumbbells, body weight exercises, stretching and cardio. I injured my right shoulder while working out (upright rows and dips – now I know better!), and ended up having rotator cuff surgery. I’ve rehabbed it pretty well, and am back in the woods and on the water again. I want to keep my shoulders healthy, and avoid injuring them again. Your Fix My Shoulder Pain system will give me the knowledge to focus on doing things right, re-shape my shoulder joint, and improve my flexibility and endurance. I’ve proven that I have the discipline to work out regularly – now I just need the knowledge to improve my shoulder workouts, prevent more injuries, and keep them in good shape. Thanks much, Thatcher Beaty

I would really enjoy it if I would win the contest

Hi Rick,

Years of playing hockey, badminton and tennis have left their mark! Nothing major, but I’m aware that the range of motion in shoulder work at the gym and at home is not what it should be, more on the left than the right. An injury to the right wrist some years ago has aslo meant that in some movements I’ve “adapted” things to try and protect it – not necessarily the best ways. The info reads well and the content could be just what I’ve been needing for some time to make necessary corrections after a more accurate assessment!

Here’s hoping and many thanks,

John

I’ve had a shoulder injury since May this year and I have been trying to look and find good info how to rehab it but the whole web is quite full of contradictory information. At this point I am in a serious need for some guidance.

Lots of shoulder issues over the years. I could use some help in with fixing the problem.

Hi Rick,

Everything is OK with my own shoulders, but I’m trying to help another guys who have different shoulder issues. So, I will be gratefull for any practical information and I definitely know that you are realy practical. Thank you for you job.

I am a strength coach at a high school in South Florida and this would be a great resource for me and the coaches at school. I hope I win.

I am going to get this program regardless of winning one or not. I don’t know if that’s good to say or not when trying to win something, but i would love to review this to further my knowledge on the subject of shoulders. I recently just started my strength and conditioning business, and i work primarily with baseball players. I am an information junkie and this new product looks like it is put together well and will have some very interesting and pertinent information that a strength coach like me could use to really educate the kids and parents that I am responsible for. At this point in my life this product would be extremely helpful because you would provide me with information that is top notch and ready for me to make an immediate impact on a ton of people that are high risk for shoulder injuries! The fact that i would have great information like this would save me from making mistakes and doing the research myself.

I have injured my shoulders a couple of times from working out in the past and have lost a LOT of progress. I am hoping to learn to heal faster and avoid future injuries.

Hi

Ive always had issues with my shoulders but not as I have now.. I was really doing great on Crossfit.. even won the first contest and everything was looking awesome…! When after a workout with a lot of ringdips my shoulder was never the same again :(( I’ve been going to chiropractor for months with no luck and this shoulder is really ruin my quality life at work , when I sleep and now I’ve lost the chance to qualify for the next CF contest.. really noticing changes in my mood towards my family.. I just want to fix my shoulder and get back to my normal mood and life quality..

Training in the gym it’s the only thing that makes me fell good, I can’t imagine my life without it. Through years (even though I don’t have a good genetic for muscles) I’ve got good results, got stronger and bigger. Lately I ‘m felling pain and discomfort on my left shoulder, and whenever I search some professional help all I hear it’s “stay 2 or 3 months out of the gym”. I don’t want it, I don’t want to stop, I want something that will help me and solve my problem and improve myself. I saw in your program the solutions that I always needed. Thanks for the opportunity

First of all, my passion in life is competitive sports. I’m always trying to improve my game, whether it’s basketball, volleyball, or tennis. At this point in my life (I’m 33), I’ve had a nagging shoulder injury that hasn’t gone away in about 8 years. I’ve done the typical shoulder rehab cycle (ice, stretching, strengthening, physiotherapy, etc), and as soon as I play volleyball or tennis, it becomes obvious the injury is still there. When I spike a volleyball, it feels like my deltoid rips (EVERY TIME!), and when I serve in tennis, it feels like my shoulder is going to give out, and my arm is going to fall off my torso. A friend of mine actually said to me (talking about volleyball), “Man, remember when you were good?!” Ouch! A healthy shoulder would allow me (and help my teams) to be more competitive. I would love to be able to spike a volleyball and be able to serve again in tennis with confidence, with power, and WITHOUT PAIN! (and I’m sure my volleyball teammates would really appreciate it). If the system works for me, I will promote it whole-heartedly to others with shouder issues. If it works for me, it will work for others as well.

I have had issues with my shoulders for over 20 years and have been diagnosed with SLAP lesions in both. The doctor I went to recommended surgery but I really didn’t want to be in a cast 3-4 months – twice. I have recently started the StrongLifts 5X5 program and, at about the half-way point, my shoulder pain is beginning to return. I very much want to continue with this program as a life-style change, but the return of my chronic shoulder pain threatens that. I would very much like to see if your program can eliminate this pain that I have had for so many years and which is threatening the goals I have set for myself. My dream is to be able to hit the gym and feel confident that my shoulders aren’t going to hurt and won’t be holding me back.

Thanks,
Steve

I broke my collar bone some years ago, and the range of motion in my right arm has been compromised ever since. Training hard is a staple in my life, and it means so much more to me than getting fit. I am always seeking out the best possible information in my quest to become the strongest version of myself, and having access to your system would help me in growing strong. This is my entry for the contest, and I thank you for your consideration.

Don’t need 250 words. Being able to sleep all night without pain, hopefully avoiding shoulder surgery (again), put my arm around my wife’s shoulder without wincing…it’s the seemingly little things that would make the biggest difference in my life. Thanks for the opportunity.

I need this program because I am a competitor in both powerlifting and strongman, I began strongman at the age of 39, after 20 years of on again, off again lifting and bodybuilding. I just began my powerlifting career this year and at my first meet broke and set national records.
About a year and a half, almost two years, ago, I destroyed my left shoulder with over training for strongman events. I went on and competedand qualified for nationals, but had to take a year off to fix my shoulder. This year I qualified for nationals, but my shoulder is flared up again.
I believe your program will help me finally fix my nagging issues and go on to achieve my goals, which are to place top three in America’ s Strongest Woman, and to break and set the world records for my weight class in powerlifting.whatan awesome testimony to your program that would be! I would, of course tell everyone o know and everyone I train about your program.
Thanks for your consideration.

When I was a boy and a teenager I thought I was double jointed. I could basically skip rope without a rope moving my arms hands clasped completely around my body without letting go. When I was a child this was not painful and I did it to impress my friends. As a teenager it started to be a little painful but I still did it occasionally to impress my friends. In my late teens early twenties I stopped doing it because it hurt to do.

Since my late twenties however when I do movements like playing outfield in a ballgame I will throw my arm out and it will snap back in and that hurts. Hurts when I do it and hurts afterwards. Obviously I don’t play outfield anymore or ball anymore for that matter. My doctor tells me I never was double jointed. I just have loose ligaments.

Even when I don’t throw my shoulder out it can sometimes still hurt. I did not know I was doing overhead presses incorrectly so your program is very intriguing to me to say the least. I am hoping I can fix it so it no longer pops out of the socket and I can play baseball again. I should add that I am 54 years old so I am just talking about a work league, nothing too taxing but I still miss it. Hopefully I win!

I’ve been fighting with my shoulders (both) for about 30 years now – multiple doctors, several rounds of PT, with no real relief. I’ve been limited in what I can do since High School.

I’m willing to give this a shot if it takes a different approach than the traditional “doctor” does….

I have been training for about 15years seriously, and about ten years ago I went through my first round of physical therapy due to tendonistis in my left shoulder. At that time it took my a year to get back to training without pain, from exercises involving shoulder movement. Even after therapy I have had pain in that shoulder off and on that would cause me to back off exercises involving it. Fast forward to now and I am back at physical therapy for the same shoulder after my first shot of cortisone. This time the Orthopedic doctor is stating that is tendonitis with some calcific tendonistis too. My current job also is a physical job with lots of overheard work so I need healthy shoulders. The physical therapist I am working with is very good but I could really use the knowledge from the “Fix My Shoulder Pain System” to learn how to get and keep my shoulder(s) healthy.

I am on a mission to rediscover for myself and other people just what it is to be strong. I have to rehabilitate my shoulder after a tear i created back before I really knew what I was doing – I’ve been told that it will heal however the information you’ve been giving me the last few days have already been a great help. I’m planning on getting back to the weights properly in about a week’s time – the stronger I can be the better. I’m dedicating the next two years purely to training and college. I have just enough for this to be sustainable. Maybe I’ll be getting a holiday job, however the more money I can save the better.

I have only been serious about my health for the past 2 years. For my previous 30 years on this planet I did whatever I wanted, and I never had any shoulder pain. It was not until I started lifting seriously that I developed pain in my right shoulder. Most apparent when under load, sometimes the pain is present when doing simple things like lying on the couch with my girlfriend. I attribute my discomfort to not adhering to the proper form, putting too much weight on the bar (early on), and following programs which could have done a better job of balancing out the mechanics of the shoulder.

Progressive overload can be difficult under optimal conditions. The thought of putting more weight on the bar, squeezing out one more rep, or even shortening a rest period with your shoulder hurting just doesn’t seem possible.

I see a great deal of value in a program which provides the details behind how to correctly modify the physiology of the shoulder, after which I can rededicate my focus to getting stronger.

I feel this system will help me push back to what I used to be four years ago. I have had multiple back and shoulder/rotator cuff injuries, mainly due to overuse and improper tweaks of my body’a positioning during exercises. Year after year I felt the scar tissue build and my strength and endurance decrease. I feel now I suffer from arthritis and my shoulders ache all throughout the day. The recovery system, I’m praying, will fix me and hopefully others with the knowledge to increase blood flow, work away scar tissue and promote better alignment altogether. Many friends of mine also suffer from shoulder problems, one even having to get surgery due to overuse playing baseball. I truly hope your system can save us.

I have had shoulder pain since the age of 16, when i had a minor separation. I am currently 22 and do judo at SJSU. I believe if my shoulder was healthy i would be a much better competitor and my pains at night time would diminish,so i can get some sleep and recover. This system will also help my dad who had shoulder dislocation long time ago and still has a separation on his shoulder today. He works in a job that requires him to lift heavy items and pull and or carry it. My father and i would really benefit from not having shoulder pains and enjoy doing the things we love. Thanks

I hurt my shoulder about a year ago didn’t no exactly how it happen or wht caused it I thought I slept on it wrong so I thought I would just go away as I continued to train it started to bother me more and more.. So I made an appointment to my doctor he tells me to stop working out use ice and rest so I did for about two months still training legs and cardio I was just not happy with the evaluation. So I went back to the doctor to get an X-ray then they said that my acroimion process was no working properly and that I would have to get surgery or a cortisone shot I got the shot to see what would happen cause I wanted this pain to just go

I messed up my rotar cuff bench pressing a few years ago. I get shoulder pain following almost every work out since then.

Hey guys! I’m a HUGE fan! When I heard about your “Fix My Shoulder Pain” system and I knew right away this was for me. I’m 17 years old, a senior in highschool and I missed both my junior and senior year of football due to two shoulder surgeries in one year. Last year a couple weeks before the season during a scrimmage my shoulder dislocated, I though nothing of it just shrugged it off but in a span of 3 days my shoulder dislocated 5 times the last time I had to go to the hospital so they could put me under so they could force it back in. It was the worst pain I have ever experienced. So, I went to the doc and the doc told me that I needed surgery so I had surgery did My P.T and was feeling great, but this year in spring I did the same thing all over again (surgery and everything) and needless to say I’m going through a really rough time in my life.. I was being recruited my sophomore year for nose guard and now it’s basically impossible to play the sport I love anymore due to my shoulder injuries. I also just recently got news that in a few years I may need surgery on my other shoulder due to too much inflammation. I have a passion to be strong and huge I have looked at this as something to help me grow and I do believe this program will help me immensely in my journey to being the strongest person i can be mentally, and physically. Thanks for reading this, sorry if I went over the limit.. Lol thanks a lot!!!

I have just had shoulder surgery and would love to get back to working out without shoulder pain and appreciate any help I can get. I am writing my Personal training exam end of November.

Yo Elliot! Hey man I’ve been a long time fan of your’s and I guess “I like your shit”. You talk alot about becoming the strongest version of yourself both physically and mentally, and I have set down the that path but I’m constantly hindered by my shoulder joint. When I started out training I did not know alot, and therefore neglected back training, this lead to a number of muscular imblances within my body. When I found your YouTube channel and began correcting them, now I believe my body is mostly balanced but my shoulder’s holding me back. Therefore to be able to continue and grow I need to correct this limiting factor, moreover I’m currently doing sports psychology and have little money to spare. It be extremely beneficial for me to win a free copy, both in terms of growth and financially.

Elliot keep doing what you do, thanks for all your help!

I injured my shoulder as a freshman in high school (collar bone) and over time, made it worse with poor workout techniques. I still am only able to train with lighter weights and always seem to have pain when doing shoulder presses. Fix my Shoulder would be a wonderful help in terms of not only learning proper strengthening exercises but also eliminating long suffering shoulder pain.

Hope I win!

Yes please! Looks great…

I’ve had shoulder troubles for more than 25 years and would like to be able to enjoy golfing and kayaking without the need to take weeks or months off to recover afterwards

I want to be able to workout safely without shoulder pain and limitation.

In my opinion, shoulders joints are considered as one of the most important part of the body beside back,knee, and wrist. These joints are crucial for your movements everyday, especially shoulders are being used to their max. If you want to workout,build muscles and strength, you need to know how to exercise right. I see a lot of people wants to do this but they did it wrong! Including me, I injured my shoulder everytime when I to shoulder press, and behind the neck press. It hurts like HELL but then after one week it heals. I want to build mass, lose fat, and attracts women. In order to do so, I need to use my shoulders for the chest,arms,back,traps,delts,legs….But if my shoulders keep getting injured, how can I keep attract women and feel healthy of myself!?! I really want this program to help me feel confident of myself, that MY SHOULDER IS HEALTHY AND I’M HEALTHY!

Shoulder pain has hindered me for about 15 years now. I was into martial arts,but the pain would come and go to the point that I tended to favor it all the time.I have been using bands for a few years now and they seem to help,but I would still like to have a program such as yours that would correct any bad habits I have been using. At 58 years old If I could get my shoulder back in alignment I could continue exercising regularly and not putting it off due to pain.

I torn my right trap and rotator cuff lightly several time, and even though I changed the way I train and use an ART specialist often, I just can’t seem to bring back my right shoulder 100%.

I feel like it’s never in the right position and I know your program will tell me exactly what I need to do to fix it for good.

Nick

i would love a copy of this .i train in my Owen home gym .nothing stops my training not even my wife.but the pain in my right shoulder is really slowing me down .but it will not stop me nothing dose.the information in this would be really invaluable to me i am now 48 still fighting to get to my goals if i can beat the pain in my shoulder with this system all the better there is nothing in the world better than training hard except training without the pain in my shoulder

I’m an 18 year old who just entered college. I play my baseball for my school and, although I injured my shoulder playing baseball a few years ago, I still get annoying shoulder pain that interferes with my ability to play my best. This program can help me become a better baseball player, maybe even the best!

Thanks.

I have had many shoulder injuries from 13 yrs of competitive wrestling and division II college wrestling. It makes it difficult to train as hard as I would like too in the gym, let alone get a good nights sleep. I hope this system can help me.!

Well I’m 16 years old and I’ve had bad experience with shoulder pain. Not anything like broken bones or whatever, but I used to do bench press wrong and it would kill my shoulders the way I was doing it. I mainly want to know the form I should use to prevent shoulder pain while working out. I took your 5 question quiz and hell the football coach has us do all of those exercises. The upright rows, dumbbell rows, and shoulder press(these are the ones I remember being on the quiz). Well I’m not in football, but I workout with the football players in a class, and I used to have rounded shoulders really bad, and I’ve been following Elliott Hulse for a while and he’s helped me out a lot. I lift differently now, and try to keep everything all even and of course worry a lot more about form. I used to be all about heavy weight and shitty form now it’s still heavy weight and just about perfect form. Getting some great results. Well the point is I think this could help me out some since for the most part I don’t train shoulders that much cause of the pain and from where I’ve had rounded shoulders for most of my life( my shoulders just round a little bit now, but it used to be real bad). Just trying to improve my body and stay injury free thanks for the information and help guys.

I don’t have shoulder problems , but the info is excellent … I do do a lot of pullups at least 100 a week up to 300 or so … Still I didn’t know about the dumbbell row being problematic, (done incorrectly) … I started lifting back in the day late 70’s early 80’s when we used to do behind the neck pullups like Arnold and Franco …. I no longer do dips either I always thought those were rough on the rotator cuff … Excellent info

Hi, I am 72 years old; I go to the gym at least 4-5 days a week I have been lifting for over 40 years, about six months ago I tore a tendon in my right shoulder trying to do a 300 lb. Bench press. I also found out that I have bone spur in my left shoulder causing me pain. At this time, I am scheduling for a surgery, However, I would like to know the fastest way to rehab and be able to go back to the gym and avoid further injury.Thanks.

JOHN

I have had a problem in my right shoulder for many years now. I was so very active and played a variety of sports all my life. I played competitive baseball, basketball, football, bowling and golf. I also spent 4 days a week in the gym. My shoulder injury has taken away just about every sporting activity from me and now even gives me problems with a computer mouse! My quality of life has really taken a turn for the worse. Being active is so important to me! It would mean so much to me to be able to participate in these activities again! Just hearing about your product has given me hope! Thanks!

At 59 years of age, I am looking for quality of life during my “golden” years. During my career as a federal agent, I always appreciated the benefits of exercise to maintain readiness, but have injured myself while using various exercise methods. I am looking for anything that will help me maintain my mobility and quality of life. I have looked at a few of your hints: hanging for 15 seconds; the five most dangerous shoulder exercises; and it looks like you know what you are talking about!! Even if I don’t win one of your ten sets, I will probably buy one!!

Injured my right shoulder rotator cuff and have very limited range movement, not able to lift heavy weights, bench press, shoulder press etc…. Need to get back to where I was 3 months ago!!

I have been experiencing shoulder pain since I was in high school I am currently 31 years old right now. I have tried rehab, cortisone shot with minimal results. I am now currently a father and it even pains me to pick my newborn daughter up above my head and I can’t see myself living my life without being able to do that, so please I need this program more than anything. Thank you in advance

I don’t know if Im eligible to win a free copy of Rick Kaselj ‘fix my shoulder pain’ since Im from overseas.
But I try my luck anyway:) So here goes my story

Hi my name is Tommy I’m 31 years old, writing form Oslo,Norway.

I have a posttraumatic osteolysis of the clavicle in my left arm(AC joint). Had that for 7 years, It doesn’t bother me that much today. More or less pain free in full ROM. But I feel that my rotatorcuffs need to be strengthen.

But it is the 2’nd subluxtation in my right arm that bothers me, mri arthogram showed no sign of slap tear.
My arm is a bit unstable at the anterior part. I’m pain free most of the day. I can see in the mirror that my scapula is anterior tilted. I’ve started to strentgthen my lower trapezius with shoulder W exercise for bilateral external Rotation. It has helped some.
I really love training but the subluxtation incident prevents me from starting a strength program. I have seen 3 different manual thearpists, one physical therapist and two ortopedics. I have completed two rehab protocols without much effect. So I started on my own journey searching information about the shoulder. This is the sites i’ve been to http://www.kevinwilk.com/ http://www.mikereinold.com/ http://www.ericcressey.com/ and of course Rick Kaselj’s http://exercisesforinjuries.com/ any many many more.

I feel that I’m information overloaded, so I was very happy when I saw this opportunity to win a copy of
Rick Kaselj’s ‘Fix my shoulder pain’ program. This could guide me in the right direction to finaly be pain free and start training again.

Pardon my English,I hope it’s understandable enough to enter the contest:)
Thank you,
Tommy

Keep up the good work at criticalbench.com and Rick Kaselj’s exercisesforinjuries.com

And good luck to everybody else:)

My girlfriend has a very stressful job,working at a computer screen and fielding phone calls in a busy laboratory and has been complaining of severe shoulder pain for some time. I work out to keep fit and stay slim,but I’m no body builder and don’t go to extremes. I’m also suffering from pain in the same left shoulder,but not to the same degree as my partner. I would like to win to be able to offer her some respite from the pain. We use Green Lipped mussel cream and comfrey salve which helps but doesn’t cure it. I hope your system will help.

This would be an excellent source to prevent shoulder injuries !

As a 65 year-old, I work out at the gym 3 to 4 times a week. Yiur tips on best shoukder exercises and ways to avois painful injuries are greatly appreciated. At my age I can use all the helpful advice yiu can provide. Love to win this series.

I have been making great progress, when all of a sudden my right shoulder started hurting and I can’t seem to get rid of it. It might be connected to the pain in my right elbow(tendonitis), but I don’t have health insurance so I can’t see a Dr. My trainer buddy at 24 hr fitness just said to “avoid the exercises that cause the pain” Well, sounds great in theory, but that’s like saying make a lot of money and you’ll be rich- not really great advice.
I am working out, but I have to be extra careful, but it would be nice to have a roadmap so I KNEW what to do, rather than guessing on my own since I’m not a personal trainer or licensed kinestheseologist. I would love to have this system so I can resume working out normally, and not worrying about injuring myself to the point that I have to take an extended layoff.

I have had shoulder pain for about six years. And though it has been getting better over the years there is still much I cannot do. I am hoping this information will help fix them for good.

I am a 65 year old man and have just recently had a total right hip replacement (June 2011) and a total left knee replacement (March 2012). I have worked really hard to keep/get back into shape but recently have been experiencing pain in both shoulders which I learned is due to arthritis. Your fix your shoulder system will help me continue to remain in shape and enter retirement ready for the next phase of my life.

I am 71 years old and have been plagued by numerous joint failures over the past ten years. I have undergone injections and multiple surgeries (neck fusion and 3 lower back surgeries) with less than sterling results. Have been experiencing shoulder problems ( no specific diagnosis) and am not looking forward to further surgeries. Your program might prove to be beneficial in correcting this problem without going under the knife (again).

I would use the shoulder system to heal a problem with left supraspinatus that has been lagging for 7 months. This would help me with day to day comfort as even sleeping is painful and with competitve powerlifting to be able to bench again and for my job which is to repair medical equipment. I am only 40 but have had a host of shoulder problems as of late on my left side. I have tried ART massage that helped for a short term but pretty much no change as of the last few months. I hope you consider this and give me the chance to heal my shoulder to pain free living again.

Mike

I’ve been following the pages you’ve been putting up with great interest; I woke up one morning with a nagging pain in my shoulder and, typically, left it to sort itself out. It didn’t, of course. I have been under the doctor because I was morbidly obese and had a 30% chance of a heart attack/stroke in the next three years. Well, I was a good boy: I followed all the dietary advice and managed to shed a hundred and ten pounds (50 kilos). The doctor was very pleased with me and I was awarded eight free sessions at the local gym as a prize; lucky me! I gritted my teeth and went along, and am very pleased that I did: I’m really enjoying it apart from the shoulder problem: when I was fat, my arms were forced to hang away from my body and the rotator cuff muscles got used to it; now that they can hang more or less straight, the muscles are not used to working properly! I’m having a course of acupuncture which finishes this week (-yippee! I can’t stand the pain of the Chinese deep tissue massage…) and it would be a shame not too be able to fully enjoy my new-found delights at the gym; I suppose I can still carry on with leg and torso stuff, but I’ve set my heart on trying to attain broader shoulders: I have a barrel chest through being a singer, and my shoulders have always looked a little puny in comparison. Never mind, press on regardless!

Because I can’t properly do muscle-ups with a screwy shoulder.
Because I can’t properly do double kongs and other parkour moves with a screwy shoulder.
Because I’m admin of a parkour blog and I need to be at the top of my game. 😀

My daughter, a potential college softball and basketball athlete, recently has been suffering from shoulder pain. She was finally diagnosed with a hyper-mobile shoulder joint and told she may never be able to play sports pain free. Your product would greatly help in our efforts to strengthen and rehab her shoulder joints.

Man, I could list a TON of reasons, but I won’t bore you, so I”ll merely list a few. First off, how about me finally being able to sleep soundly at night?! I’ve been tossing and turning in bed for the past two years in order to keep my shoulder from throbbing after I sleep on it for too long. No need to inform as to the importance of a good night’s sleep! Secondly, it’s been affecting my workouts like crazy. I go through the whole cycle of resting it for a few weeks, then stretching, then moderate weight presses, flys, and shoulder exercises…all with good form…but then I always get back to a point where the shoulder slowly starts acting up again. Not horrendous pain by any stretch, but annoying. Back to the nsaids, ice, rest, stretching exercises, etc. etc. SICK of it!!! Tried Salonpas patches, Thai massage, a chiroquacktor, and a tiny bit of yoga, but they’ve only provided temporary relief. The ortho-doc said it looks like maybe a little arthritis in the cromioclavicular joint, but I want to avoid the knife. I know my lousy posture has a lot to do with this, but I’d sure appreciate some good pointers from an expert. Thanks!

I have struggled with shoulder problems for most of my adult life. I continue to get them close to okay and then injure them again. Having a plan to try and make them pain free would be great.

Hook me up

I have been having shoulder problems off and on for the past 5 years or so. I do have my certification in corrective exercise with NASM-CES, but the shoulder aspect in this course is fairly limited. I do come across alot of clients who have shoulder injuries and / or impairment, and I am looking to increase my knowledge in this area, to not only help myself, but to help others as well. There is a serious lack of qualified personnel to help people with shoulder dysfunctions, and my goal (desire) is to help as many people as I possibly can.

I have been struggling with shoulder problems over the years. Six years ago I started having problems with my right shoulder – and wasn’t even lifting at the time. Two cortizone shots and a MRI later, the pain was resolved, and I had confirmation of no tears, but a very “crunchy” shoulder.

This past June, problems returned. I had been lifting for about a year (after 20+ years away from it), but was without a trainer since May. First, I ended up with bilateral bicipital tendonitis – from not engaging my shoulder girdle when deadlifting. I finally healed up from that and was slowly starting to increase my weights on shoulder/back work when I was struck with bursitis in one shoulder. Just had a cortizone shot this past Tuesday. Not only has this interfered with my lifting, but also in my ability to demonstrate some poses to the yoga classes I teach.

Not only I am working without a trainer currently (hope to have one back in January), I’m also without a training partner. I really have appreciated the videos and information so far, and could really use more knowledge to keep myself safe. I’m 44 years old and want to be able to continue to keep myself strong and fit so that I can be fit in my 80s, just like my parents!

Thanks!
Kat

Trying to win this for my dad who is getting up in age but still wants to workout but can’t do to shoulder pain

Have had chronic shoulder pain for many years, and as of late virtually sidelined. Have been though the traditional treatments and tried many different so called solutions to the problem without success. Know many other lifters my age also suffering and if this worked would make a believer of me. I have been experiencing weight gain because of my lack of being able to work out. Becoming a winner of a system that would actually give me relief would not only change my life but may also save it before I am overcome by many of the diseases that accompany being overweight…!

Here’s to hoping. A baseball related injury has left my arm scarred.

I think you have a real niche here. Our culture is one in which we are perpetually in our shoulders. Sometimes you can’t tell if a neck even exists in some folk. Furthermore, the higher occurrence of neck surgeries I believe is do to poor shoulder mechanics. People trying to lift things or put their bodies in a certain position when their shoulders are so tight, that the delicate cervical spine takes the brunt of the effort. Similar to the low back or knees taking the brunt of weak & tight hips.
I too have suffered from shoulder pain since I was in high school. I have tried various techniques that have helped me clear some space in my shoulders, so I can move them, put some weight on them and not hurt my neck or further irritate my rotator cuff. Instead of doing barbell bench presses, I do dumbbell chest press and push ups with my arms @ 45 degrees. In addition, I practice yoga & that has helped the integrity of my shoulder joint. Nonetheless, I am aware that my shoulder cage is not yet ready to accept the weight of my body in arm balances. I can feel my shoulder blades slide somewhat forward instead of staying planted on my back. I believe that your SR3 Method will teach me more on what I need to do to continue my own shoulder therapy & strengthening; as well, as share this knowledge with my personal training and yoga students.
I believe that when the shoulders are strong, open, and flexible; the heart & lungs can function optimally & you have a happier person & maybe even a happier society 🙂

I am 54 years old, and have been active, primarily in individual activities, for a long time. A few years ago I did a few things to challenge myself — trying to ignore the fat that I am not as young as I used to be. They were: learn to do free-standing handstand pushups; crank a one armed chinup; master the human flag; and learn to surf. Oh — did I mention that I have a pacemaker just under my left collarbone, and that collarbone has got a big old knot in it from where I broke it fifteen years ago? All these activities are shoulder intensive, and at long last the scar tissue around the pacemaker and the calcification around my broken clavicle have started giving me shoulder impingement! Hey, no fair, I’m not done yet! I can walk on my hands, but I still have work to do on the pushup thing . . . and even though I can chin with a pretty heavy weight around my waist, the one arm thing is still a ways off. I need my shoulder! I have been trying to “reshape” myself with better posture and the right exercises, but I could really use your help! The pain is right in front where my bicep tendon inserts . . . but I ain’t ready to quit.

Thanks!

Knowledge is invaluable!!!

“Fix My Shoulder Pain” would benefit me in a huge way. My fitness goals have been thrown for a loop by shoulder pain that has been nagging me for the last few years. A combination of heavy bench pressing and pull-ups has left me feeling weak and frustrated.

In the bigger picture the shoulder pain has interfered with my ability to play guitar, which is my true love. Healing my shoulder would help me bring some new music to the world. I believe the information in “Fix My Shoulder Pain” could help be happier creatively as well being stronger physically. I’ve been trying to heal my right shoulder for the last 4 years. I’ve tried everything from acupuncture to muscle activation therapy without much improvement. I’d be THRILLED to have the opportunity to use this program. Many Thanks!

Why “Fix My Shoulder Pain”? Because poor shoulder structure is aggravating my pinched nerve in my neck, and making it hard to maintain good posture. In my mid-40’s now, I want to fix what I can with my posture and prevent structural issues from limiting my future ability to participate in life. I’ve been through physical therapy for my neck, and while beneficial, I believe that the structural impact of years of lifting improperly is causing the neck pain to become chronic. I’m looking for answers that don’t involve drugs or surgery: that’s why I am interested in “Fix My Shoulder Pain”.

10 years ago while climbing in the Snow covered backwoods of Vermont looking for a Christmas tree to cut down, I slipped and fell (entire body weight) on my shoulder. Luckily I had the presence of mind to keep from landing on the axe. I thought it would just heal over time… But now while trying to become fit, and be consistent with increasing my muscle content and reducing body fat… I get constant dull shoulder pain. I’d be so intregued to learn from the wisdom you are sharing in your book.

I am 61 years young. I really enjoy golf and working out to stay fit. My 2 biggest ailments are knee and shoulder pain. I deal with the knee pain as best as possible and hate that I can no longer run, but my shoulder pain is worse because it keeps me from sleeping. I constantly wake up from the pain. So no shoulder pain would truly be a God-send.

As a professional golfer, coach and trainer, it’s imperative that my efforts to ensure safe performance and the ability to fix an injury use the best of techniques to achieve that goal. This ‘system’ has proved to be second to none in aiding my clients to returning to the game with a solid rebuild and not having to fear a repeat of the injury. Of course, preventive maintenance is primary and that is a ‘first to do’ rule in our exercise programme. We also have clients go beyond this method, if necessary, using prolotherapy if required. We are absolutely dead set against surgery. This system is presented in a manner that allows for implementation without confusion and it is simple. Clients respond well and are not bored with the efforts as well and that’s really important in any exercise programme.

I sure would love a copy!!!

Hi there, I want to win because winning rules! I am a 56 year old guy that recently had a total hip replacement, and I have started to work out again. I have noticed pain in my shoulders, and have no desire to ever have a shoulder replacement. I will be pleased to try out your system of revitalization, and then be a most effective spokesman on your behalf. Thanks.

I’m 51 and started back at the Gym on my 48th birthday. I was a bit too eager and hurt both my shoulders. One shoulder fixed itself the other has been hurting for 3 years, it even wakes me up at night burning.

I told the stupid Dr. and she says just give it a rest, so I stopped going to the gym for 3 months. My shoulder still hurts and I’m back to my old weight. Great! thanks Doc.

I’m self employed and can’t take time off work for stuff like this I need to fix it myself. I believe I should be able to train my way through this. If you give me a review copy and it helps my shoulder, I’ll be your biggest promoter. This has been buggin me for ages.

I think I screwed up my shoulder having bad form on pull-ups. Chin-ups are fine, but pull-ups give me some kind of popping with pain at the top of movement. If this ebook cover somehow such kind of problem, I would be happy to buy it ( or to win it ! 🙂 )
Guillaume

Help

Well, I’m currently in therapy for shoulder instabilty. It really isn’t helping like I thought it should. Having a painfull shoulder really inhibits training an quality of life.. Sometimes it’s hard to sleep at night because of the nagging ache. I would like something that would help me that isn’t just hype. So, if awarded the free program I will become a spokesman for your product, if it works, and tout it . The proof is in the pudding.

I broke c7, t1, t5-6, l5 years ago. Caused posterior chain issues, back spasm, chronic calf tears, hamstring pulls etc…systemic muscle imbalance. I was making a good recovery summer 2011. Weight was down, lifts were up and I believe I tore my rotator cuff. No spot on bp-slid forward (bad habit of arching arms back into the rack) and tried to take 365 off w/out spot heard something pop as it was coming off the rack. 2 Pt guys later I still have issues and only have any comfort doing chest if my palms are facing each other on presses. Even pushups are near impossible if I decline fully. Neither pt thought it was torn cause range of motion is fair although suspicious of the “pop”-hoping this can help me avoid surgery.

Hi Rick,

56 year young guy here. I am active and want to remain that way, yet shoulder problems continue to plague me. I would love to get a handle on this for all the older dudes out there, I hope I win!

Suffer loads of shoulder pain through incorrect dips previously..

After competing in wrestling and powerlifting, my shoulders took some abuse. Add to that almost 20 years in the Army, my shoulders are done. In 2010 my right shoulder was surgically repaired. I had a 300 degree labrum tear. Since the military doesn’t rehab us like professional athletes I was mistakenly not scheduled for post op physical therapy for almost 4 weeks. Lots of scar tissue and did not recover full range of motion. Now, two years later, my left shoulder is giving me problems due to probably overcompensating for my lack of motion and strength in my right. I am so looking forward to what magic this program will work. I want function and strength back.

At first, I was thinking about what to say in order to get this valuable info.. But then i asked me, do I really need this? If affirmative, what do I have to try to convince other seducing them… Look, I’m not here to lye to you, to beg this program or whatever, I am here just for a big, real reason: I want to improve my life. As simple as that. i am a man who works a lot for achieving the things I want to, and I trrully feel this program will help me.

People have always said me that when I am walking normally I seem to have the shoulers in tension, I can not put them backwards with an alpha posture without feeling in discomfort and pain. So, as well as in sports and bodybuilding,, I think this program can really help me develop a more natural posture and make me feel goodwhich, by the way, this is (i sincerely believe so) the real reason why you developed this program.

So, if you are looking to a really sad story or a specific reason that is moving your heart, then, I am not the guy you are looking to give the program.. But if you are looking to a person who works hard, who has a real reason to get the program and who will really get benefit of this not only in sports but in one of the most important areas of life, which is body language (because it affects how are you feeling and how do you express yourself); then, I am the one you are looking for.

Sorry, i forgot to say it first. Thank you for all the incredible info you send in the emails. I much apprecite it, it is already helping my with my issues. Also, thank you for this opportunity

Gl everyone!

I am sidesaddell rider (competitor i Dressage Grand Prix) and side saddell is very heavy. I need help siden I got severe injury in my right shoulder (rotator cuff tendinitis, biceps tendinitis after i fell), and some months later the same in my left shoulder (holdt a horse with my left hand to help an elev and that made the horse rear up dam

Away then I made another appointment to get a second opinion and got an MRI with contrast then they said I had ac arthritis and I could get a joint injection or surgery to shave the collar bone I don’t believe anything the doctors say cause none or them seem to care or even want to help they jus wanna give me a shot that won’t do nothing but ease pain not fix the problem or surgery just want to find something that works I’m tiered of searching for a fix and the only answer I get is shots or surgery I’m 25 years old and my body shouldn’t be falling apart like this!!! Thx..

I have something they called impingement. I do some exercises that help, but it comes and goes.

Fix Your Shoulder Pain would drastically improve my quality of life because it would allow me to work on my upper body more effectively. Due to several disabilities I have, arthritis being one, I am barely able to work out and keep my body toned. I used to have lots of confidence in daily life, unfortunately when my pancreas quit working several years ago my body and my confidence let me down. I MUST be able to get back to woring out with as little pain as possible. Currently I am working through the pain as I am able, when doing body weight exercises. I also use kettlebells and tension devices, a little bench work and walking. I do arobic exercises in the pool. If I was pain free, or even close to it, in my shoulders it would open up so many doors for me to work out my upper body.

I am sidesaddell rider (competitor i Dressage Grand Prix) and side saddell is very heavy. I need help to put the saddel on horseback siden I got severe injury in my right shoulder (rotator cuff tendinitis, biceps tendinitis after i fell), and some months later the same in my left shoulder (holdt a horse with my left hand to help an elev and that made the horse rear up ). I never stopped riding anyway… but the pain is still here and I would like to buy a young stallion for next competitions.

I know that I’m going to be ON THA FREAKIN’ MOON when I win my Fix My Shoulder Pain package!!! Because it will help me no doubt a great deal in my quest of getting my body in optimum prime state to enjoy my journey in my ‘second youth’ and all!! 🙂

Been overweight for god how long and unfortunally still am…BUT still got the hope better yet the belief that now I’m ready, really ready ready for it..to release all this excess fat once and for good. Yep this 42 young woman is ready to rock and rolla!! I know I have to dial in my diet but I love to workout. I’m one of those people yes who actually enjoys working out. And because of that I tend to do things like sometimes a bit much or too heavy too soon..I would love to learn all the techniqs there is to prevent damaging my shoulders or just to get them more stronger&flexibeler in a much safer way with your FMSP package! Also since I want to be and will be working again in my so beloved fitnessworld this would be a valueable piece of research item for me to help others like me!

Thank You!! :))))))

I am a past recipient of a shoulder surgery and all that goes along with that, i.e. physical therapy and lasting aches. I am very impressed with the statements and advice that I have found within the Fix My Shoulder newsletters. Much of it is a reminder of the principles that I learned through recovery and physical therapy for my shoulder. And then there are teachings that I hadn’t learned before, which seem quite logical and well explained. If my shoulder physical therapy was a undergraduate course, so to speak, I would say that many of the principles discussed in this material would be the doctorate program. Straight forward, sound advice and teaching. Thank you.

I am currently 3 steps back from one step forward on my shoulder pain. Would love to win 4 or 5 permanent steps forward with this program. Thank you!

I go to excellent ART sports medicine doctor. 55 years old pain free until a few months ago. A bit too much weight on either the cable row and/or lat pull down. Much better but my rhomboid will flare up and radiate to shoulder and arm occasionally. Also much better is my tight capsule. I want do everything shoulder friendly from here on out.

It would be nice addition to my big biblioteque.
As a world chp in Fitness, World Masters Games
Champ in beachvolleyball, the winner of International
Tv show “Survivor” (EU version) & Top Personal
Trainer in Latvia for last 25 years I could
Spread your massage to 1000 students.
Best wishes.

My shoulder already hurts …after working out on the heavybag, throwing right hooks, my shoulder ‘said: enough!’ …now it hurts
Regards Erich

Hi guys, your Fix My Shoulder Pain product is the magic resource I need to play professional beach volleyball next year. I’ve been playing semi-pro beach volleyball for several years, but nagging shoulder pain only allows me to practice and play 1-2 times per week, instead of a couple hours most days of the week. I’ve been to several doctors, physical therapists, get a weekly deep tissue massage, got certified in Functional Movement Screening, learned the Egoscue Method, been to three different rolfers for 10-pack series, taken up yoga and even became an instructor, stopped the heavy strength training, foam roll everyday, and I STILL HAVE SHOULDER PAIN in my hitting arm:(

I don’t know what’s wrong, and either do the doctors. Maybe your prouct is the answer? If I win one of the free copies, I will put Kaselj or critical bench.com on my butt (you know how us volleyball girls have our sponsors name on our bikini bottoms) and play in a tournament.

I would love to win a copy of this. I’m 45 years old and have been lifting for the last 12 years. I don’t have anything wrong with my shoulders. However, I do get some pain after a good training session. Sometimes the pain lasts almost a week. It really puts a damper on my progress. Sometimes it hampers my entire activity for the week. If I am chosen for this, I can promise it would be of good use.

Sore shoulders, stiff shoulders have been with me now for several years,I’m 64 probably getting a bit late for any magic. I blame it on years of weight training probably doing the wrong thing in retrospect. With three nieces heavily into ballet I realise how inflexible I have become and yoga classes put me to shame. Any help in the strength and flexibilty area would be a great help as we “seniors” are exhorted to do our resistance exercises to avoid the health pitfalls of future years.
regards Peter

i have already had surgery on my right shoulder,about 10 yrs. ago. i suffered a heart attack at 48,while working out. since then i haven’t worked out with any real commitment. now,i am 51 and recently diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. it runs in the family,but i think lack of exercise and proper eating are major contributors. so,at this stage of my life i think it is very crucial for me to get back to a healthier lifestyle. i’ve already changed my eating habits,but am having a hard time with workouts. you guessed it,because of left shoulder pain! anything i could do to help alleviate shoulder issues ,without surgery,is very important to me right now. i need to get back to my normal workout routine and hopefully someday stop having to take diabetes meds. to sum up,pain free shoulders are critical to my health(and possibly life) at this point!

Ok so in 1993 I was an avid football player, thought i could go to next level and in a game i dislocated my shoulder. No biggie at the time and yet i understand now that it was. For the next 2 years I played with limited range of motion and finally realized it wasnt the same. So now after what seems like forever I have really just learned how to work around my shoulder when i lift. Years of doing this changed posture, rom, and function. To have a consistent nag and pinch in my shoulder that limits me or hurts when i lift. but after reading this i see maybe there is a fix and I woukld love to see if it holds true. Let me know if you want to test it on my

i am hopeing that your program works even half as good as you say. i am sure there are other people like me that have worked hard labor their whole life and are trying to get back in shape after 50 + years old. then if one of us older people win this contest, based on their feedback the rest of us would know by the personal counts of the pain or lack thereof might show us we should invest in the program. thank you for the opportunity to enter.
bill

I am a busy mother of 2 young girls and want to exercise. A car accident I had many years ago still leaves me with back, neck and shoulder pain. I would like to try your system so that I can keep up with my children!!!!

Thanks
Gail

Actually I am scheduled for surgery at 8:15 Monday October 15, 2012 (this monday) to have my left shoulder bicep tendon repaired. They are going to cut the tendon, drill a hole in the bone insert the tendon and affix it with screws. They believe that the tendon has deteriorated over time due to excessive and repetitive lifting done over a period of forty plus years of weight training. Once my left shoulder has fully healed I am scheduled to have the right shoulder done also. I would be interested in seeing if your program would do anything to relieve the pain and correct any of the damage that may have been already been done over the years. Obviously if there were a way of getting my right shoulder back into a pain free state without surgery, I would be very interested in trying it.

About a year ago i was on the lake tubing and trying to be best. When I finally got thrown Both of my shoulders did not feel right. I let them rest for two weeks before going to the doctor. The doctor told me without an x-ray that it was just tendinitis and they needed rest. One year later I still can not do bench, military press, or any heavy weight work without some sort of pain, Occasionally I have to stop and pop my right shoulder back into place and that sucks. I would like to try your system to see if I can get to pain free lifting.

I Love to win things as this…. altho im not very good at it !

BB

Hi Mike, I really could use a copy now because I was dumb today. In the gym, Saturday, this guy took a stool away that was under the chinup bar. So I had to jump up really high to reach it. I failed to warm up, jumped up, grabbed the bar and quickly did a chin. I felt something pull in my left shoulder but ignored the pain since people were watching and did 10 chins to show off. I think I might have strained a supraspinatus tendon or something, but now it’s starting to feel really sore in that area of my shoulder. My finances are limited so it would be great if I could win this fine shoulder DVD set. Thanks,

Larry

This product would be awsome for me I’m a young 19 year old guy. I’m big into working out and living a healthy style. My shoulders are pretty inflexible and this product would be awsome in helping getting them flexible again and realigned and balanced. Furthermore, I love sharing the head knowledge I have with others and I know many people that would benefit greatly if I pointed them to a product like this that I know will give great results.

Phil

Just picking up surfing at the age of 39 and I am trying to be proactive about keeping my shoulders strong and injury free. I am also just starting out as a personal trainer working with the baby boomer population. Most clients aren’t so much interested in getting “ripped” as they are in functional movements. I would love to share what I might learn giving credit where credit is do of course 🙂

Screwed up my shoulder in Ranger training 20 or so years ago. It acts up every now and then, especially when lifting.

I have always been plagued with shoulder pain and have tried various rehab programs and warm ups that until recently worked pretty well. About 5 weeks ago I was benching and my right shoulder “popped”-I’m surprised the guy spotting me didn’t hear it. I completed the workout but for the next 2 days I couldn’t raise my right arm w/o the help of my left hand. It’s somewhat better now but I am no still where close to the point where I could even comfortably bench w/o severe pain. is this the “Holy Grail” of shoulder rehab? I’d like to know!

At 79 years of age Im to the point on giving up on the bench press due to shoulder pain,,,I do 5x 10 or to failure on the last set,,,I know ..maybe to much work but I feel really great after the workout except….Yeh the pain. Its really been with Me for about 15 years more or less on any given day…make that day or night when i try to lay on side. Boy…do I need help….HELP. Thanx

I have yet to have any success with any treatments for my shoulder(other than avoiding everything I desire to do)
Orthopedic surgeon has suggested hyaluonic acid injection as possibly being helpful…anybody have any commentson this treatment? (cortisone injection didn’t help)

I am i high school football player who has had chronic and recurring shoulder injuries, including torn labrums in both shoulders and most recently an ac joint sprain in the right one.Also, i have noticed i am making many of the mistakes with the exercises that Rick talks about in his viedeos. I am a quick little football player who needs to put on weight which is a hell of a pain in the ass to do because i re injure my shoulder (or shoulders) every time i step up to the bench press or the pull up bar. During this current season i have re injured my shoulder in just about every jv or varsity game i have played in. I did not start this year and am really looking forward to getting bigger stronger and faster this off season for my senior year, but it will be quite a struggle if my shoulders are not healthy. Also, i am a baseball player looking to compete for a starting job in the middle in field this year( I really need my shoulder for that). Thanks Rick I hope I win!!

Hi Mike, i would to get to rehabilitate my shoulder from long time pain with previous injuries. Thanks PL

As a pro mma fighter my shoulders are shot I need a cure

I messed up my shoulder almost a year ago now and still have never been able to get rid of the lingering pain in my shoulder. It would be great to get rid of the pain and keep it away so that my workouts can be the best they can!

I have suffered with shoulder pain for the last 4 years, I have tried strengthening, stretching, physics, doctors and cortisone injections. I am looking for a program that simply works in order to regain my confidence in this injury actually having an expert with solution. Thank you.

hurt my shoulder in football couple weeks ago. i get sharp pains in my shoulder when i put even the slightest weight on it.

When I was in my teens, I was hit by a motor vehicle whilst I was crossing the road.
I was left in a coma for 6 weeks and intensive care for months with major head/skull fracrtues, broken collarbone,leg and paraysis on my right hand side.
After a long 25 year rehab, I am now training /working out and having lots of shoulder pain and limitations
I tried some of the recomendations Rick made in the videos, and am loving the improvements so far.
I would love to get the whole package, so I can continue to improve. He definately knows his stuff!

I am a student at the North-west University, Potchefstroom, South Africa.

I started working on my physique in 2008. Since then I have trained for 4 years until the start of 2012. About 2 years ago I started having an irritated feeling in my shoulder while doing upper body gym exercises. Although it was irritating it was not sore to stop me from exercising. In 2011 I realised that I was not able to exercise my chest properly since my shoulder region started to work and reach failure before my chest did. I stopped in June, 2011 and went to see the bio-kineticist at the gym . The person evaluated my shoulder but was not able to identify the problem. It was recommended that I do certain exercises to strengthen the rotator cuff. I stopped gymming for 2 months only doing light shoulder exercises. It was prescribed that I could return to my regular gym routine after the 2 months. When I started again, I realised that the problem was not sorted. I went to the physiotherapist at the gym at the end of 2011 but still continued to train. It was mentioned that my “muscles/ tendons were in spasms” and that they had to be “released”. After continuing physio therapy the problem was still not solved.

In the beginning of 2012 I went to see an orthopaedist. We only did x-rays and sonars since a MRI scan would be too expensive. It was picked up on the sonar scan that I had a partial tear in the supraspinatus. Finally a diagnosis for my problem! Although I received a diagnosis, not a sound recovery regime was given. It was prescribed that I could still continue training but just to take it at a slow pace, which did not make sense to me. I asked if I could get a cortisone injection after reading up on the internet a bit and hoped that it would stopped the inflammation in the shoulder region and promote healing. But it didn’t.

For the first few months of 2012 I only did rotator cuff exercises. From May 2012 I decided to rest and to stop gymming completely. It was one of the most difficult dedications in my life since I trained regularly and would possibly loose some of the hard work that I had done on my physique.

It has been 5 months now since I have stopped gymming. In the period of not training I have read up on shoulder injuries and recoveries. I had stiff regions which I later identified as trigger points. I recently went, 1 week ago, to see another physiotherapist, who better understood my problem. It was mentioned that we had to work on the binding tissue with hard message and that I had to do stretches to release the trigger points. At this stage it has improved my situation a bit but I realised that proper shoulder position and good posture would enhance my recovery and would be the way forward.

I realised in the period taken off from the gym how important it is to identify a problem early before it becomes chronic. I have realised that I didn’t consider the impact that certain exercises could have on my body for the future ahead and did not have the know-how to do exercises that were friendlier on the body especially the body joints. I am reading up a lot on proper exercises to do for when I head back to the gym again. That is when I stumbled across the Fix My Shoulder site. The series definitely caught my attention and I have received all the e-mails so far in the series.

The Fix My Shoulder site has come at the precise time where I am looking to finally solve my shoulder problem. I have prayed a lot for healing of my shoulder and I believe that there is no coincidence of the system crossing my life. The Fix My Shoulder Pain system will help me to identify and learn more on my problem, to do the correct exercises to reshape my shoulder from a painful shoulder to a pain-free shoulder joint and to enable me to continue with building a great physique.

Regards

Urban Vermeulen

I’ve had surgery which left me deformed.

I was getting pain and stress in my shoulders during some of my workouts and just wouldn’t feel good, especially when I performing intense intervals or strength. I hope I win.

I am 42 years young and after many years of abuse and performing the typical workout routines that you see in every magazine, my shoulders have been in constant pain for the past year. Because of the pain I have neglected my workouts, I use to work out four to five days a week and now I might spend three days a month at the gym. It is so depressing to know that I cannot do the lifts that I use to do. My goal when my shoulders started hurting was to make the 1,000 pound club.
I cannot really give my shoulders a break at my job because, for my job I am required to repeatedly lift heavy hose above my head, so the use of my shoulders to make a living is necessary. I cannot visit a doctor because I need to work and there is no way that I can afford downtime from work.
So to I have purchased a great number of books to try to discover what is really going on with my shoulders, what is causing this pain and how the condition was started. Trying to fix myself and to give myself a chance at my goals.
The latest book that I purchased introduced me to hanging to reform the shoulder. After a month of hanging,I have noticed that the pain has subsided some but there is a lot more to due until I am healthy. A lot of the time, it only takes a small jerk to my shoulder joint to aggravate it again and that is what is so frustrating. I think that I am really making progress and then some little movement brings me back to where I am icing my shoulder and babying it. I am going to get healthy and I am going to make the 1,000 pound club, and by what I have seen of this program, I think that this is my final discovery to becoming healthy again.

As a mom of 2, I’ve been holding babies for the last 4 years and my shoulders are destroyed. I try to switch sides but it doesn’t seem to matter. Not to mention that I sit at my computer most of the day so I hunch forward while typing. I think this has also caused my back pain. I’m hoping to win this copy so I can repair the damage to my shoulders…that I blame on my 30 pound 2 year old 🙂

No shoulder pain. I’m not sure I remember what that’s like.

I have been suffering shoulder pain for 8 years. Most of my pain radiates from the shoulder blade region and sometimes even down into my rib cage. I’ve seen numerous doctors, had x-rays, MRI’s, been on anti-inflammatories and so on. The pain doesn’t go away, if I stop working out or if I work out like a crazy person. There is always some degree of pain. It’s extremely frustrating being a 35 year old women with a pain that seems like there is no hope of it ever going away. The shoulder doctor said he could operate on it but wasn’t really specific as to what he would fix, more of an exploratory type of thing but there were no promises as to what he could do. When you add this to the siatic pain I’ve suffered since I was a cheerleader in high school, it feels like I’m in my nineites instead of my thirties. I’m willing to try anything expect for surgery. If I had suffered a specific injury at some point in my life then I might have a different take on it. It’s just something that started and just never ended. My range of motion in my right arm continues to diminish little by little. I don’t know what else to do – I would love nothing more for your program to change my life because I know if I was released from this on going pain I would be changed forever.

Thanks!
LaDonna

I believe mike always offer a high-quality materials, and I need a copy of “Fix My Shoulder Pain” system to help me in my journey for becoming the strongest version of myself. I’m at early stages of shoulder pain and I want to use my full potentials towards my goals with the least chances of injuries.

Thanks Mike and Rick!

I’m so excited for this program. It will really help my clients who often need help with their shoulders when doing pull ups. As always, I know that Rick K will over deliver as he always does with his program.

When I was younger I was working out quite a bit and had the body to show it. Well that all came to an end when I realized I had a torn rotator cuff that needed surgery. Well the first surgery was a botch job that caused a tremendous amount of pain along with a lot of rehab to just be able to move my arms. I have since just had another surgery to repair the first. It has been a long road as anyone who has had this surgery would know. I still have some way to go but with this program I would at least know that I’m doing exercises right and not causing more damage. This would be a great help to me to assure that no further damage is done to my shoulders. Thank you and best of luck to everyone!! Craig

When I feel pain in my shoulders during or after my workout I feel as though I am getting closer and closer to beaing “too old” to do the things I want to do. Training is the one refuge I have from all of the stresses that life has to offer and I often begin to fear that I will lose this refuge if I become too disabled by pain to continue to train. If there is a way to truly end my pain, it would truly be a gift from God.

Unfortunately for me I sustained a shoulder separation at my younger years of playing Baseball. This was about 27 years ago and now I’m 47. And still to this day my competitive nature still within my soul comes fighting out with the desire to be the Best at whatever level that is within my grasp. So when my 11yr old Son ask for me to go out and play some Baseball, Basketball, or Football my shoulder just can’t take the rigorous intensity level given to me by my Son who is strong & full of energy. Shoulder just hasn’t been the same since I made that diving catch years ago and today still hurts. I’ve recently turn Vegan and just lost 42lbs on diet alone was 280 and presently 238 SWEEET. Now I would like to add some muscles and get back to my Younger Days appearance, but Shoulder Limits my Training. Maybe this Program can put me back on the Map but that’s yet to be determine. So God Bless You Guys for coming up with this Program and may You be the one to give me THE GOOD NEWS. PEACE & HEALTHY LIVING.

When I first read your description of the cycle of shoulder pain, I almost fell out of my chair. I had no idea there were so many people going through the same issues as me! Pain, flexeril, MRI, therapy, tens unit, stretching, repeat endlessly!! A couple months ago, I decided to listen to my doctors just a little less, as I will NEVER get my strength back if I’m not allowed to lift anything. I started researching and reading what bodybuilders and strength trainers had to say, and then I started lifting. Carefully, adding weight only a small amount at a time, I am already amazed at what I can lift compared to the past 10 years of pain. When I watched your 5 worst exercises videos, I was pleased to find out I was doing everything right, and that the exercises I won’t do, are the same ones I shouldn’t do! My research so far has served me well, and has lead me here. I think your Fix My Shoulder Pain system could be the next logical step in my journey, I would love to never feel that icepick stabbing sensation ever again!

I was taught how to lift things in grade school, and consequently never had a back problem. My piano teacher showed me a proper hand position, and thus saved me from carpal tunnel syndrome. However, nobody talked about our shoulders and how to protect them from abuse. Shoulder pain can be agony. You could have been describing me when you mapped out the typical ways people treat the pain.
The whole world will benefit from this much-needed material. Based on Rick Kaselj’s video, “Worst Exercises for Your Shoulders & How to Fix Them,” the demonstrations are clear and easy to follow. Rick seemed to be talking directly to me. And your system presents over 60 exercises and techniques for eliminating the pain and shaping the shoulders back to health.
If I had this system I’d begin with the Shoulder Assessment Kit to find out exactly how my shoulders fare. Then I’d get on with the rest of the program, which seems quite complete.
Pain destroys many a good moment by interfering with how we react. It distracts us and limits our movements. We do less to avoid setting off that terrible burning sensation.
At almost 65, I feel great to be alive in this miraculous world. And yet I assure you that the quality of my life would increase exponentially if I could get rid of the throbbing in my shoulders and travel the wonderful route from pain to joy!

I have an old shoulder injury that limits everything related to that shoulder. You KB – Pavel – folks are the best there is. So your offer will have details that I need to avoid injury and positively affect my shoulder while I do the KB exercises, and others.

As a 30+ year gym rat I am going to train. The question is will I train effectively or not. I look to you for guideness when it comes to KB training.

DrD

I’m currently in the navy stationed in Norfolk Virginia, and I’m wanting to go to EOD school because its been a life long dream of mine for quite some while, but I’ve got to take care of my shoulder so it wont bother or affect me in any way while I’m training.

Entering for a chance to win. Thanks

Wow….there is a program that can help with my shoulder? I’m excited!!!! I’m 62 years old and have been using weights for several years. About 2 years ago my shoulder started to hurt…had an MRI and have a partial tear. Do NOT want surgery but still lifting and doing pretty intense for my age. Would love to know how to help this on my own! thanks.

Hope I win.

I am a 66 year old, still working chiropractor. I use manual medicine techniques and they stress my shoulders. I exercise to keep strong and do shoulder joint capsule stretches in an attempt to stay out of trouble. The shoulders both bother and I was diagnosed with a SLAP lesion in one of them and struggle with impingment and old rotator cuff tendinitis in the other. I had surgery to remove the bone spurs from a type III scapula on the rotator cuff tendon side. I would like to find a more permanent solution for my shoulders. I am looking for answers not only for myself but my patients as well. I help myself with exercise and soft tissue mobilization methods and do the same for my patients. We all need expert help. If you have the solution I will be both impressed and grateful. I love my work helping people and would like to continue with the strong and flexible shoulders necessary. Thank you for your consideration.

Victor J. Youcha D.C., C.C.S.P.

Had surgery on one shoulder for torn rotator cuff and the other shoulder was injured during training last year. No real strength in either shoulder limits certain activities, and after about one year of targete shoulder development exercises I still get pain from workouts. I’d really like to get back to where I was before all the shoulder probelms. Eliminate pain and develop strength for normal activities.

This is exactly the information I have been trying to find! I recently injured my rotator cuff tendons and biceps tendons in my left shoulder, and required surgery to repair it. Before the injury I was experiencing pain in both shoulders that my GP diagnosed, after scheduling an ultrasound, as bursitis. I have made a fairly quick recovery and 4 months after surgery I am ready to go back to work as a mechanic on full duties. Your program is exactly what I need to ensure that I can get the right information to help me get back into the correct style of shoulder training and stay injury free for the rest of my life.

At the age of 23, I have had more shoulder injuries than some do in a lifetime. Shoulder dislocations, separations and now a rotator cuff tear are only some of the problems that have impeded my performance in the gym. I am tired of repeatedly icing, using electric stim and getting MRI’s. By performing some of the rehab techniques suggested by Rick and other inquisitive minds in the industry I have been able to get back to training without severe pain. However, I am still limited by pain in various types of activities. Furthermore, as a strength and conditioning coach, I can use this resource to help alleviate shoulder problems for many of my clients and athletes. I am confident that by using the principles of one of the best injury specialists in the industry and the SR3 method, I can not only alleviate my own pain but also become an excellent resource on shoulder health for my clients and colleagues.

I’m currently 17 and am getting back into strength training after about a year of going on a break. I remember that before, I did a lot, about 5 days a week in fact with another day of cardio, and I think I had done a great amount of bad form in that time, because I feel pain every time I lift my shoulders too high, I feel a lot of strain all the time going from my shoulders to up the sides of my neck, and I also can feel my right elbows joints pop into a weird position every time I move them beyond a certain point. I’m very concerned for my health because I really want to make myself a much better athlete and if I do it incorrectly again, it might be the end any chance I have of being a serious competitor. If I fix my pains and misplaced joints early in life, I would have much more potential to be a professional. I really hope I can get this product from you guys, and thanks if you consider my entry

It would be so, so good to be able to do a proper bench press or to do a military press at all!

As a therapist I see people from 14 to 90 years of age with complaints of shoulder pain due to a variety of reasons. I am always looking for the best to give to my patients, and have found many of your hints, tips and programs very beneficial.
I have also been finding that I am needing to pay more attention to my own shoulder pain – developing after years of providing treatment, running and even occasionally doing weight training!
I am most interested in learning any new approaches to benefit my patients as well as myself!

Bottom line. I know you gentlemen may not be there yet, however, what a pleasure to be a grandparent (aka… Granddaddy!!) Nevertheless, when one has shoulder pain it isn’t always a pleasure trying to pick up your grand kids above your head. But, oh boy! is it fun and they love it. I’m believing that this will give me back some pain free flexibily to do just that…..enjoy being granddaddy and pain-free. And, perhaps somewhere down the road I can pay forward too and share with my grand kids how to be a pain-free Granddaddy and Who and What helped, if they choose that path. Thanks a million guys!!!

The shoulder injury week has really brought attention to an area often over looked and used for so many movements. The injury prevention program will allow me to use new methods for myself and clients to better strengthen and support muscle development of the shoulders. Thanks for all the work you guys do. Jim Waldron

I just turned 72 and my workouts for the past few years were mostly progressive body weight exercises with some free weight exercises. About a year ago I developed shoulder pain and severely restricted range of motion in my left shoulder and slight range of motion problems in my right shoulder.
I went to a sports medicine doctor for five sessions and he treated me with an injection of and he treated me with an injection each time, my range of motion was improved by about 75% and the pain eliminated except when working out.
I cannot do bench or shoulder presses presses without pain. I can’t do any chin ups, pull ups, dips or handstand push ups due to the pain.
I also purchased the book “The Rotator Cuff Solution” which did not help. I have lost some siginifent muscle as a result and have pretty much given up hope of ever being able to so a real workout again and regain my lost muscular body..

From what I have seen on Rick’s videos he definitely knows what he is talking about and described what happened to me. I was trying to impress and friend 4 years ago, going heavy on Upright Rows. I hurt my shoulder pretty bad, and always had a nagging pain ever since. I would love to win a copy of this , and fix my shoulder for ever.

Hi,

We have 6 active coaches at our facility, who are committed to deliver the best service and experience
to our students. We also believe in constant improvement and education.

A lot of our student are coming with per-existing injuries that we working around. Big bulk of shoulder
injures that were accumulated before our training protocols and programs.

Keeping our clients injury free and expanding our knowledge and expertise in shoulder area will bring more
value to our students.

We will be able to apply the principles of Fix My Shoulder Pain on several active students to give you
their progress performance and feedback from our team on implementation your systematic approach.

Looking forward to see what it’s all about!

I hurt my shoulder lifting in 2009 and its still doing pretty badly. I’m a professional musician and have a pretty hard time standing with my instrument for any length of time which is potentially detrimental considering that’s how I earn my living. Ha. Unfortunately I haven’t been able to see a doctor for lack of health insurance at the moment. So to get this course would really mean a whole lot to me physically and emotionally. I would truly appreciate the chance to heal. Thank you for creating it!

Be well!

-jacob

Hi Guys, I would love to win a copy of this program as I have had a bad back and shoulder for over 10 years now.

I am no great weightlifter that is for sure! I did 15 years hard labor as a concretor which lead to my injuries and trying to do such intense work with constant pain every day is no great existence I can tell you!

I would just like to be able to fix my injuries so I can get fit and lead a slightly normal life.

Although my lower back is much better I still have pain in the front of my shoulder, the back of my shoulder and neck which sometimes cause headaches and can feel like I am being stabbed just under my ear. This makes it very hard to do push ups and above the head presses and exercise in general. I have tried every therapy known but to no avail!

I would love to be able to say yes to my kids more often rather than dads got a sore neck

I really need to try something that will actually work!

Thanks for the opportunity to get my life back!

Approximately 12 years ago I injured my right shoulder by, of all things, reaching around behind the seat of my car and grabbing my work bag. I didn’t think much about it at the time, because even though the pain was intense for a couple of days, I did the alternating icing and heating and stretching, and for a while the shoulder seemed to be OK. But in 2006 I changed up my workouts and started to incorporate a lot more weight lifting and body weight training. Apparently, my technique was poor and I aggravated the old injury and ended up with constant irritation in the shoulder for the next couple of years. I finally went to see a sports chiropractor in 2008 and he did a good job with ART to reduce the pain in my shoulder and improve my mobility, but the pain never completely subsided. Then about 3 months ago, I injured my shoulder again during the process of moving out of my house. Once again, I have been seeing the sports chiropractor, but this time the treatments are not helping as much. I am extremely frustrated, because I am essentially unable to do any exercises that require me to lift weights with my right arm. In addition, I am unable to do push-ups or pull-ups. For someone who has been working out religiously for the last 15 years, this latest struggle with shoulder pain has been devastating. I have been reading all the emails I have received related to Rick’s program and I truly believe the information he has to offer could help me to learn proper techniques and methods to resolve my shoulder issues so that I can get back to working out at a level I am use to.

In the past when I have had shoulder pain it was a problem with the rotator cuff and through training the rotator cuff I was able to remedy the problem. Last summer, however, I encountered a new type of pain in my shoulder when I started fast bowling again for my university cricket team. Having not played for ten years my muscles were wholly unused to the strain of fast bowling. I initially thought the pain was just a problem with the rotator cuff, but was exacerbated, not improved by strengthening the rotator cuff. The injury stopped me being able to train entirely, as I was doing Medhi’s program (which is how I came across the link to the fix my shoulder program) and the exercises all required that my shoulder was injury free. But it also made me unable to throw a ball, let alone bowl for my team. During the season I got physio every week, just so I could get through each game. Sometimes by the end of a match I could hardly lift my arm without being excruciating pain. And unlike other shoulder pain I had encountered, the pain would often never go away until the next treatment of physio.

For me playing cricket was (and remains) incredibly important as it was the first thing that helped me cope with losing my best friend. I dearly want to get back to playing again, but my worry is that if I try to bowl again I am likely to suffer the same shoulder pain again, and given how much money I invested last time in trying to fix the shoulder, I am hesitant to go down that painful path again. Moreover, as a student I simply don’t have the money to pay for more physio if the problem comes back. As a result, I am very interested in your non-traditional method of fixing the shoulder.

At 41 years old I have spent the first 15 years of my 25 years working out using the 80′ and 90’s muscle magazine “body building” mentality. You know, lots of wide grip bench press, military presses, shoulder isolations etc. I have spent the last 10 years doing things smarter with better information, such as your web site. Unfortunately mine and my wife’s shoulders are still paying the price of our former misguided ways. Having this new information would be priceless for us both, and would greatly increase my effectiveness as a firefighter as well as prolong my career. There is a lot of overhead work demands on the firegound. Fixing my shoulders would be one of the greatest blessings for us that we could imagine. Thank you.

I have been following the updates about FMSP since the first time I heard about the system and I’m quite excited by the concepts. I love programs that put power back into the hands of the individual to not only heal their own body but also prevent future issues and this seems to be just such a program. I am an acupuncturist by day and a kettlebell instructor by night. Needless to say, I see lots of people with shoulder issues as I work in each of those roles. I believe that learning this system will help me to be a better clinician and a better trainer… an effect that will ripple out to many people in need every day.

Just this morning I was tying up my Reebok High Top Pumps and I could not get one of the bunny ears to pop out the other side. Can you imagine me stepping out of my T-Top Camaro with only one shoe tied? Saved by the Velcro strap!

Anyway, I still managed to get myself ready for my daily trip to the ‘Pump Factory’ (Wusses call it the gym), even managed to get my favorite ‘Van Halen’ (not ‘Van Hagar’ you dorks) T-shirt on with a little help from Mom and her favorite spatula. Good thing I still live with her, she is the best.

Fast forward, and imagine me super jacked, got ‘Priest’ on the Walkman ready to stack some plates! Finally convince some Crossfit shrimp to spot me…not sure he can actually help, but I don’t need it. I am primed and start my every workout 3 sets of 10. If it ain’t broke, don’t fit it after all!

ONE – ‘You got another thing comin’!’ – TWO – ‘You got another thing comin’!’ – THHREEEEE – AHHHHH!!! (I think I just pooped myself)…The look on the Crossfit guys face confirms it.

As sure as I am that Bon Jovi is the greatest band of all time is as sure as I am that my shoulder is jacked up. Now all I will be able to do is play Bridge with Mom and her friends. Do you know how hard Bridge is to play!?!?!

I desperately need your program. Please help me.

Hi,
I have a couple of reasons for wanting to win a copy of your program: I’ve been training for a number of years now and, although it hasn’t really disabilitated me too much, I have a chronic, reoccurring pain in my right shoulder which has been plaguing me for the past 4 years. Doctors just tell me the same old rubbish ( rest and ice etc’ ) and seeing as none of them are athletes I seriously question their understanding of the problem. Obviously, I want to get to the root of the problem and fix it once and for all! My second reason is that I believe that your program would be an invaluable resource for me in my dream vocation in life. Living a strong, full, healthy life is my passion and, at the age of 46, I’ve finally realised what it is that I want to do in life. That is to help others do the same. As a result I have been slowly but steadily working towards that dream but it hasn’t been easy ( nothing worth having ever is, I know ) due to family commitments and the usual stuff that comes with it. Thing is, I don’t want to be any old crappy instructor. I have been an English teacher living in Japan for many years now and it’s not very lucrative so you have to get your job satisfaction from doing the job right! When I reach my goal, I intend to be the best, damn instructor in Tokyo and I believe that this needs a broad base of skills and knowledge including those that your program offer. Thanks for your consideration!

Fix My Shoulder Pain is the sort of thing I have been looking for! I tend to have shoulder pain when lifting weights and working out, but I play baseball and hope to play professionally eventually, and the shoulder joint is crucial to baseball. (especially pitching) Winning a copy of FMSP would be incredibly helpful to my enjoyment and safety when lifting weights and would help me to look forward to lifting and not worry about shoulder pain.

Hi Mike and Rick. I think what you guys are doing is awesome. Why I need to have copy of SR3. Im 48 and have a spinal injury, which alows compete as a disable athlete in powerlfting. I injured my right shoulder in preparing for a comp in Dubai in March last year. I have been doing the doctor physio cycle since. Doctors want to opperate but I dont want to. I missed out on the paralympics this year by 7.5 kgs. I have not been able to bench since march 2011. Last year I spent $8500 aus on physio and doctors. Im starting to get angry because of lack of range and the pain. I now believe its up to Ric’s program and myself with the dedication and drive to get me back to doing what I love so much, competing for my country. Thanks Mike I have been getting your emails for a nearly a year and they are great source of inpiration. Please help I was lifting 172.5 kgs at bw 81kgs. I cant wait to get back therd. Thanks Leigh Skinner

Turned my life around using an amazing strength and conditioning system…. my focus was on losing the extra pounds and taking myself out of my doctors “red zone”. Now, my focus is moving towards developing not only a strong body, but also a strong body with healthy joints. I think this system will be an invaluable resource for me to achieve my goals… So that when the time came, I’ll be the cool kick ass grand dad that can play with my future grand kids….

i’m game

I’ve had chronic problems with my shoulders (“overuse injuries” from pushups/weight lifting?) and although I have learned some things about form that have helped, I learned some new things from your introductory materials that I’m already applying, and would love to learn more. As a 53 year-old, I want to make sure I’m doing more good than harm for my body as I exercise, not create problems now and for the future!

I tore something in my shoulder while moving house a few months ago. Now I can’t sleep on that side anymore, I had to skip tough mudder that I’d been training towards for months and I can’t even carry a case of beer without wincing like a girly man. Please help!

I started playing social basketball a couple years ago – first time in about 15 years. I certainly wasn’t the best in the team, but it was great fun and added a bit of variety to my physical week. I used to spend an hour a day cycling to and from work and did a lot of gardening. Half way through the first season all sorts of niggles were testing my resolve to continue playing. Foot pain – fixed after visiting the podiatrist and orthotics acquired. Sprained wrist after falling on it while rebounding, healed after a few months resting and eventually a half cast for a week. The straw that forced me to quit was my right shoulder. Reaching above my head and in front of me grabbing the ball hurt – not ideal for basketball. After giving it up, I went to a physio, he diagnosed subluxation in the both shoulders and after a few sessions involving soft tissue massage and some taping my shoulder came good. We moved home too far to cycle commute, and to far from where my team played basketball. In the process of moving furniture around, my left shoulder went bad with virtually the same symptoms. That physio I went to moved interstate and the ones I’ve been seeing since can’t resolve it.
My partner’s belly is swelling with child, and so is mine due to the lack of my calorie expenditure. I have plenty of weights at home waiting for my pain free motivation to return.

Since I don’t have any shoulder injury (or any injury at all) I guess I’m not the ideal subject for these nice mini-books but by being open to any knowledge and information regarding training and especially science behind it I’m always willing to read and learn new things, systems, methods in order to open my horizons and expand my own knowledge about many topics, subjects and themes in general but especially in body building related stuff.
While I probably won’t get these copies at least I tried to obtain them via this simple way but I’m sure all will get some little parts of it in your mails in the future thus maybe learn something new in case we don’t buy guides ourselves.
Best regards and keep up the good work.

I am a 55 year old woman with Type II Diabetes and chronic depression. Strength training has been important to me both because it helps keep my glucose levels in the proper range and because it seems to give me the “rush” that doesn’t seem to be as well known as the “runner’s high.” When I work out, I feel pumped and energetic and ready for anything. Seven months ago my usually well-behaved dog spotted a threatening chipmunk or leaf and yanked my arm behind my back. Although it didn’t hurt much at the time, over the next couple weeks the pain increased and my range of motion substantially decreased. Fast forward to today, four months post-doctor and physical therapy: Forget working out, I have a hard enough time with every day functions! Very limited motion, non-stop aching that prevents sleep, extreme difficulty getting dressed, bathing, washing and brushing hair, etc. And the kicker? I still do my PT exercises twice a day, even though I haven’t seen much improvement. The doctor told me it could take up to two years to reach my “maximum improvement.” I’m afraid to ask what he thinks that will be. I need this program first to get some rest, secondly to restore my sanity, and third so that I can get back to working out.

The Fix My Shoulder Pain system seems like a great alternative to some of the treatments I’ve experienced over the past several years. I’m 57 and have been exercising since my teen years. Between 14 and 18 years old I did quite a bit of heavy weight training. At 18 I injured my back and since then have gone through a series of lighter routines to keep in shape. All was ok until I hit 45 years of age. Since then I’ve had 4 rotator cuff (significant) tears which have been repaired through surgery and 1 impingement surgery, all after following physical therapy sessions, which never really helped. The recovery time from each surgery was significant even following a 12 week physical therapy program. Both biceps tendons have also torn, which did not require surgery. My right shoulder never totally recovered from the last surgery, with some pain and inability to gain strength quickly. I do have excellent flexibility in both shoulders due to the stretching routine I follow. SInce I have an active professional and recreational life style, I’m looking forward to trying a new approach. I believe the Fix My Shoulder Pain system may help in terms my active life style to enable me to gain more strength, eliminate the shoulder pain, and continue to keep in shape leading to a high quality of life for many years.

Great info!

At age 65, last December I was doing some hanging leg lifts. I felt a sudden sharp pinch in my left shoulder. I worked hard at stretching and at strength. I rested. I still have shoulder pain when I use the shoulder. I had to stop my progressions to handstand pushups. I now have pain in both shoulders, especially at night. I am a side sleeper, and the pressure on my shoulder joints is interfering with a good nights rest. I have lost about 10 degrees of motion in my left shoulder. After a lifetime of being active, backpacking, hiking, canoeing and generally getting out there being a participant, not a spectator, I am feeling handicapped. I have liked Rick’s videos so far. I think the concept of properly reshaping the shoulder joint is an answer that will most likely work. I look forward to trying this approach, so different than the allopathic model I have been using. (I am a MD). I want to get back into participating, living life, staying and being in shape, restarting the progressions to handstand pushups and stop spectating. My shoulder pain is hindering me. I want it gone and this approach just could be the trick. GT Surber

In less then 250 words I can tell you that, I have had three rotor cuff surgery, a few years ago but I still have pain When I work out, I been lifting for many years and had some of the best teacher in body building helping me to lift with out hurting myself, BUT the year on this plant have been hard and I don’t recover like I used to so If you think my comments are good enough to win your contest I’d appreciate it.

With Regards
Rick Houston

About a year ago, after having a major medical scare that came out to be nothing life threatening, I made a major decision in my life to be a healthier and more fit person, as opposed to the out of shape person I was used to being for most of my life. However, after a few months of lifting weights and training I have developed rotator cuff tendinitis in my left shoulder shoulder and it has been bothering me for the better part of about 7 months. I am so fed up with my shoulder holding me back from following through with my life style change and the goals I set for myself and the Fix My Shoulder Pain system would finally relieve me of this pestering injury and allow me to continue improving and pushing myself.

I have either rotator cuff tendonitis or a bit of arthritis. I have been through 2 rounds of PT and now I have been doing strength training, but the shoulder pain is still there. I need to keep exercising since I want to stay young – I am 43 and I have a 6 yr old and a 3 yr old. My kids want me to pick them up and throw them and have fun and I want to be able to do that. I am only 5’4″ and weigh 140lbs, so I need to build strength. I am just getting good a pull ups and other movements so I really need your program because I am committed to fixing this issue and I really like what you say about fixing the structure first. It makes sense and really sounds like it is what I need. I know if I receive this DVD, I will follow your lead, stay with it, get all better and then be a great testimonial for your program…I promise that!
I hope you will consider my sincere request,,,my kids and I will appreciate it!!!!!!!!!!

In my early 20’s I began to work out but didn’t really have any experience. Even with my limited knowledge of diet and exercise I managed to get in great shape. Unfortunately, I made the mistakes that a novice, who has no mentor, does and ended up with a shoulder and back injury. I continued to work out off and on for several years but never with that same fire that I had, as a twenty-something. I just turned 40 this year and made a commitment to get my health back for my family’s sake (my youngest of four children is 2 years old). I have been very faithful to stay consistent going on 4 months now and have gone from 252lbs to 207lbs and lost 17% bodyfat (I’m 6′ 2″). I have some way to go to meet my goals and, despite the “burning” shoulder pain, I have kept on with my work outs and have tried to do everything I could (different exercises, angles, etc.) to minimize any pain. Seeing your product has given me a new hope that maybe this can be fixed without expensive surgery. I would love to be able to put it to the test! Thank you for your consideration!

I’m 22. At 16 I suffered a football injury to my shoulder. I love weight lifting, and knowing the secrets of a pain free shoulder workout to keep my shoulder in tip top condition would be amazing. It will benefit me with my 8 month old daughter who loves to be picked up. Thanks!

I would love to win a copy of the Fix My Shoulder Pain system. So far the information has been extremely informative!

At 42, I am now starting to get those pains from my early years as a football player, military member (push ups like crazy), and general age. I am tired of having to take weeks and months off from lifting cause my shoulder acts up. The rehab I did seems useless because I don’t address the underlying cause as Rick says. I need to really learn what is going on and fix the problem, rather than my current path of continuous healthy to hurt.

I am an ironman competitor trying to qualify for Hawaii next year. I dislocated my shoulder and had to pull out of several qualifying races therefore no Hawaii this year. I am only now ready to start swimming after 6 months put still have pain. Pain free will allow me to make it to kona.

I started weight training seriously a year ago. It has tremendously improved my quality of life and I want to be able to lift weights for the rest of my life, without injuries. Winning this program will help me do that!

Gentlemen

My reason to use the system is very simple – it will hopefully allow me to lift and play with my daughter.
“Enjoy life’s full bounty”

Best wishes

Dave

Due to changes in my work schedule, I quit going to the qym. When I had to go for therapy for a knee injury, I realized how weak I had become. When a gym opened within walking distance, I joined. It felt good to be working out again – until shoulder pain forced me to skip certain exercises. Your videos showed me what caused the injury. Now I want to heal and get back to my workouts and get rid of the pain. Also, My husband retired and has more time to exercise,but has shouled pain too.

Thanks for the chance

am looking forward to getting relief of shoulder pain with your system

I injured my shoulder doing heavy KB snatches. I took several days off and the pain is gone.i have gone back to lighter KBs and am using Indian clubs. I have regained full motion, but I am afraid to snatch heavy. I am not sure what I did or how to prevent it from happening again. I also have two sons who lift weights and do not want them to injure their shoulders. I think this could benefit us.

As a 45 year old police officer, I have been through the cycle of shoulder pain many times. A combination of decades of heavy lifting and fighting with suspects has taken its toll. I usually get better with physical therapy and rest, but I have not been able to shake this recent episode for about a year. When I saw your 5 mistakes video, I realized that I have been working out incorrectly. I am hoping that your program will get me back to where I need to be to keep serving the people of my community.

Detective Mike Docherty
Vernon, CA

In the late ’90’s, just prior to graduation from Chiro College, I was working out and heard, more than felt, a pop in my R shoulder, totally without pain. Next day could not raise R arm above parallel to floor. Had an MRI…it was inconclusive. Did PT…helped a little but still diminished ROM. Did stretch and strengthen routines for years…they helped a little, but ROM still not what I wanted. Had 2nd MRI about 8 yrs. ago, with subsequent PT, stretching and strengthening routine. As of now, R shoulder very unstable, weak, and greatly diminished ROM. M.D. has suggested cortisone shot and more PT. Orthopod suggests waiting a few more years and then going for joint replacement. RIGHT!!! Whatever your program costs, if it brings me back even into the realm of normal, I’d gladly pay it. Release it already guys! I’m 59 yrs. young and not ready to give it up yet.

The reason why I’d like to access your program is that I’ve had a long standing injury in my left shoulder and I’ve done everything from physiotherapy to corticosertiod joint injections to prolotherapy….none have worked in satisfactory manner. I’d like to think that there is a better solution to my shoulder problem, than what I’ve already experienced. Hipefully, it would help to correct any errors in my training or at least answer what changes or options I have to consider in my overall upper body training…..thank you.

Hi! M

This would be nice I have osteo arthritis in my left shoulder

ya i have shoulder pain ,need this ,thanks

From playing too much Softball all these years I’ve acquired both a Torn labrum and small tear in the Rotator Cuff. Both are non-surgical injuries, but I need to make sure I don’t do any more damage, while getting and keeping the Shoulder stronger.

Shoulder pain hinders me from giving my sweet wife a righteous hug, I would appreciate getting this program free – as I am sure my wife would as well.

Barry

Hi! My name is Dan, I’m 27years old and I’m from Romania. I have a 1.69 meters height and my weight is 73.5 kilograms. I am a practitioner of bodybuilding since the age of fifteen and the reason I need the “Fix My Shoulder Pain” system is according to my gym schedule. In the present I am forcing a lot my shoulders especially at the Chest Training because I am using 110 kilograms at the Incline Bench Press and 120 kilograms at the Horizontal Bench Press, so given the fact that I am doing between 2 and 4 clean reps on each of these two exercises, I often feel a big amount of pressure on the shoulders. Thus, I am in need of a good, certified program to prevent any injuries of the shoulders. Also, another exercise which requires additional attention of the shoulders is the “Vertical Bench Press”, an exercise I am using to build up muscular mass on the shoulder area. Thus, both of my chest and shoulder training are requiring a smart system which could be used for recovery in case my shoulders would and/or could be injured.

Cure my aggrevated shoulder pain caused by a car accident that impacts when sleeping especially after a workout and/or playing as a futsal goalkeeper. Never whilst doing exercise. Weird feeling

Rick you are the man when it comes to shoulders!
Ive learnt a lot in terms of technique and form in certain exercises which i thought i had them all laid down and sorted! Winning this system package would be GREAT because not only would it help me sort out my irregular shoulder pains/ restrictions but i can pass on the wise words of wisdom to others!!
Love your work my friend:)

Mike and Rick,
I’m an old guy, 74, but still lift weights & workout 3 days/week as I have done for most of my life. I’m in good shape and strong for my age but as we age we no longer have the healing ability we once had and it becomes ever more critical to know how to do, and how not to do, exercise movements. I am enthusiastic about your program and found, from your sample videos, even after all these years, I was not doing two movements correctly; maybe explains the painful left shoulder, eh? Working out is important as I have seen too many older people fall, due to a lack of strength or balance, break a bone(s) and end up dying in the hospital because of that. I intend to keep going as long as I can and with the excellent advice and knowledge, which you two seem to have, I am planning on doing that for a long time.

Thanks for your consideration.

It seems I always end up hurting one of my shoulders.About months ago it was my left shoulder that was bothering me and now just when it’s feeling better my right shoulder is acting up.Not enough to stop my workouts but just enough too let me know it’s there.

Love to win this, my shoulder has been hurting for 2 months; especially after squat and bench!!!!

I started having pain in my left shoulder, not from any sudden onset, but because I have been over-extending my shoulder by training wrong for too long, just as you described. Usually, such things go away with a week or two layoff from training, but this did not. I went to my doctor, who prescribed an anti-inflammatory, rest, and ice, starting me on the Traditional Shoulder Pain Cycle, just as you described. I went back to the gym, and found I could do your version of dumbbell shoulder presses and incline bench press (to not over-extend the shoulder), without aggravating my shoulder, just as you described. Therefore, I really feel that your SR3 Method will be the ticket to healing my shoulder.

I’m a newbie in doing weight training, having started going to the gym and lifting weights only three months ago. Even though I’m a beginner, I occasionally experience pain in my shoulders when I’m doing workout for my chest and shoulder and even after finishing my routine. I think it is due to bad form when I lift weights. Fix My Shoulder Pain System would definitely help to achieve pain-free shoulders when doing workouts. I want to correct my form and posture when lifting weights as early as now so I could avoid further consequences due to this shoulder pain later in my life.

I am 43 and have had shoulder pain due to both weight training and martial-arts practice..and would love to win this to help…thanks for the oportunity to win for this single dad to help with his ailing shoulder.

I injured my rotator cuff on my left shoulder 3 years ago. I have tried rest and still nothing even accupuncture.
I used to be able to bench 220kg but now can’t even do 100 without pain.I feel so weak and frustrated.
I can’t even get into a bar to squat due to my lost range of motion,so I use a safety squat bar .
I really want the free program to help fix my shoulder so I can get back on the lifting platform
cheers
Matt

I am 43 years old. I have made great trides in improving my health and strength over the last three years. I am a very active and hard training individual. I do not train to just to look good or really care about how many plates I can put on the bar. I train for my activites which include Alpine rock and ice climbing, Kayaking and Kiteboarding. When I can’t train, my whole way of life is effected. I am having more and more shoulder pain over the last year. The only thing I can do is not train. I would love to try your system and be able to return to training and continue training pain free more many more years.

Thanks
Troy Norman
Portland Mountain Rescue

if this works its worth every cent!

I deal with clients who have lots of different shoulder injuries and I need a bullet proof system to assist me in my work. I checked out the website and you guys Rock !!

I started lifting weights at age 13 and have not stopped for 53 straight years. With a normal bodyweight between 170 to 185, I benched heavy, did behind the neck pull downs, upright rows, behind the neck militaries, and focused on strength. I was still doing 300 plus at age sixty, but suffered a rotator cuff separation, so I had to rethink my lifting strategies. After finally bringing that shoulder back in line, I was told that my other shoulder would need a replacement eventually. I called bullshit on that, and once again re-aligned my workouts. So far staying under 250 has kept me in the game, but I still think there could be some methods to help strengthen the muscles in my damaged shoulder. The trouble with older lifters is always from the neck up, as it is very difficult to change something you have enjoyed all these years. My goal is to wear out, not rust out, so anything to help me achieve that goal is appreciated.

The “Fix My Pain Shoulder Solution” would allow me to be able to get a restful sleep again and enable me to start exercising my upper body again. It has been literally 5 months since I have been able to lie on my right side and exercise my upper body due to my rotator cuff injury. I feel like I have lost a part of my life that makes me whole. This program would make me feel whole again and victorious.

As a 43 yo self employed contractor I have to look after myself physically in order to protect my lively hood. I have been working out for about 6 years, but the last couple having reoccuring shoulder pain and numbness on one side. This is effecting both my ability to work out, and my ability to do my job effectively. Family doctor is of no help, I am hoping your program would give me the tools to rid myself of this issue. I would gladly provide a review of your system if it proves successful.

I work as a Personal Trainer and specialize in working primarily with an older population, the majority of those having joint issues, especially in the knee and shoulder joint. Rick’s rotator cuff program has been extremely helpful in assisting clients who have had rotator cuff injuries but there are many people I work with who have shoulder pain that is unrelated to a rotator cuff injury and this program would be a great resource for helping those clients.

I’m a working Morther. Age 39, weight, height 150m. I’m having my shoulder pain for so many years. Till i dare not to do any exercise. Just don’t know why my shoulder so pain and I never consult any doctor for that.
Hope to try it out for my shoulder , and would improve my quality of life.

Lee

I am 22 years old, I have been dealing with left shoulder pain for the last 2 years since I started lifting at the age of 20. It has always gotten in the way of any progress I have tried to make on my upper body. I have seen physios, read and implemented different schemes but none of them work long term. At this point in time, I am not actively training because I know my shoulder will start hurting one I reach my old PRs and that nagging pain keeps messing with my emotions. I have no idea why it is happening. It does not hurt much when I bench press, but it does flare up when I OHP. I have gotten my form reviewed on forums and they say it doesn’t look too bad especially considering I am pressing only 25kg. (Height 167cm, weight 62kg). If the knowledge in this book could help me even a little bit toward being able to lift without pain, I would consider it a success. My long term goal is to find the limits of my genetics in terms of the strength and muscle I can pack on. I know I will never win any competitions, but I sure as hell want to prove to all those people who taunted me over the years but mostly to myself that I can totally be exactly who and what I choose to be.

I need to fix my frigging shoulders so when I fall down because of my frigging arthritic hip – I can catch myself and save myself some frigging hurt. Along with that, maybe before I die (I’m already 60 so time’s running out) I can actually improve my frigging bench and military press so I don’t feel like I need to frigging hide when I frigging do them.

Dear Rick and Elliott

I have had chronic shoulder pain since 2001 when I had injured my left shoulder doing heavy press behind the neck. In the past 11 years it has never felt strong or healthy. Ive taken extreme rehabilitation measures. I swing indian clubs, do upto 1000 resistance band external rotations a day, extensive stretching, yoga (even though I hate it) and mobility drills for an hour at a time. I even took 4 months off upper body training legs 5 days a week for 4 months. I still have mild pain and a huge strength and ROM inbalance. I respect the work both of you do and Im counting on this dvd(s) to help. Training is my passion and to have my left shoulder back at full function would be the greatest gift.

Brian Lederman

14 year old dislocated shoulder playing football going to have surgery for bone chipped and tear
i am 52 and have shoulder tightness doing just bodyweight exercises at the moment

I am 50 years old and an frustrated bodybuilder. My training will be going along fine and bam my shoulders will start to ache and limit my exercise selection. I would love a good shoulder treatment regime that would help to solve the problems and allow me train without shoulder aliments.

If indeed this is the answer to the ongoing problems that I’ve had with my shoulder, it may sound cliche but, IT WOULD CHANGE THE REST OF MY LIFE!!! Sound overboard? I’ve been through a combined 6 months of physical therapy on 2 separate occasions but, still was never diagnosed!!! Every move I make I have to be careful because of this. I want structural confidence in my shoulder again!!! I don’t want surgery off any sort but I don’t know how long I can continue to “carefully” train around this. Please help!

Hoping to use this as a preventative measure. Getting back into lifting after a double hernia surgery and have stated noticing shoulder pain after bench press and some other workouts.

I am a former wrestler and injured my shoulder sophmore year of high school. I had to quit wrestling and lifting for the rest of high school. Since getting back into lifting weights in college I have gone through the shoulder pain cycle several times and have chronic inflammation and knotting in my left trap and chronic pain around my left scapula and shoulder socket. My shoulder sits forward in the socket, and all of my attempts focusing on stretching, pre-hab, rehab, proper technique has left me with this same nagging injury. I have tried Eric Wong’s Indestructable shoulder, BPak’s MI40, Jim Smith’s Advanced Muscular Development, Yoga for Weightlifters, and have watched/read/tried most everything from Lean Hybrid Muscle. I need something to set my shoulder right if I am going to continue lifting like I want to, and if I am ever going to be able to compete in strongman.

Guys,
At 54 years old and a personal trainer, i know all of your advice and info has been great up to now. I have had a left shoulder issue since my first bodybuilding show in 2009. I want to get back to it and with the confidence i have in your advice i could get back to training HARDCORE without suffering severe shoulder pain after a good workout. It would also help with all my other workouts and training sessions. HELP

I think the Fix My Shoulder Pain system would fix my quality of life because it’s been ages since I can’t sleep on my right hand side as my shoulder hurts and I even feel my left leg feels numb from sleeping on it for too long.
If I could fix my shoulder pain at least I’d be able to sleep properly and on both sides.
I reeeaaally need tis book!
Thanks a lot.
Marcia.

Ever since i bought your Critical Bench System my shoulder pain has almost disappeared so i believe anything extra would be of great value.
I have no regrets buying your system and would recomend it to anyone who was interested.
Thanks a heap Mike
PS
My bench press has improved by 20 kg in 5 weeks[woohoo]

10 years ago I received a shoulder injury during martial arts practice, my shoulder was torqued past it’s range.

Recently, I have started to have pain in the area once again to the point where I can no longer sleep on my side. I’m hoping your system will help me recover my shoulder’s original range.

Hi Rick. I am a fitness trainer who is focusing on correcting postural dysfunction. Due to that I have already gotten myself the “Muscle Imbalances Revealed Series” among other programs. I want to add “Fix My Shoulder Pain” to the arsenal I have right now so that I can become a better trainer in correcting my clients’ shoulder issues. On a daily basis many individuals whether young or old are already exposed to poor ergonomic design both at home or work. Together with poor exercise technique, many exercisers repetitively insult their working joints and muscles. This leads to a loss of fine motor control and a progressive increase in pain and inflammation; both may lead to permanent loss of performance. Hence I want to be able to educate my current and future clients on what they can do right now to reverse the “insults” they had placed on their bodies. As a trainer, I want to not only rehab them, but thereafter educate and empower them so that they can pay it forward as well. Let as many individuals to have pain-free shoulders as possible.

Hi, I’m a massage therapist. After years of splitting wood and playing volleyball I developed shoulder problems aggravated by a client that insisted I use a technique that his regular therapist used that I would have gotten at in a different way. I’ve taken two continuing education courses specifically on the rotator cuff and I found it rather annoying that when I showed what my shoulder couldn’t do, neither instructor even offered to feel my shoulder, let alone work on it, even though the courses were several hundred dollars each. Also I would like to promote your program. But I don’t want to promote something I haven’t see.
Thank you.

I am a group fitness instructor and use my body continuously ~ it’s tough to “rest” when you need to work. I have a shoulder injury that pops up from time-to-time and has currently been with me for quite some time. I can’t seem to completely heal, because after a few days off and some remedies to fix things, I am right back at it. I am uncomfortable in every day life, and then have to put it to work. This program would HUGELY improve my quality of life and I would be forever grateful!

I have had 2 rotator cuff surgeries on my right shoulder. They keep me inactive in my physical endeavors for the 2 years of rehab. I am now 54 years old. Over the past 2-3 years since, I have gotten back into lifting and other exercise routines and have felt great. That is up until 2 months ago I came up acutely and extremely sore in the same shoulder. I feel that this was all due to incorrectly doing my weight training. Nobody had told me how to avoid the overuse injuries that would have saved me this ongoing problem. I have used the techniques described in the recent videos related to this program and have been able to work through some of the discomfort and pain. Thank you very much for these instructions. Ed

I am a 60 year-old 181 pound bench presser, and just last month reset the APA Raw world record (drug tested), then broke it twice more on the same day. In the past, I’ve experienced some shoulder pain while benching, and although I’m not presently experiencing pain, it pays to be proactive in prevention of pain/injury. Many of my would-be competitors are doubtless sidelined due to various injuries.

If the information you offer can keep me uninjured and getting stronger, then it’s information I really want! Thanks for the offer, and for all the helpful info in CriticalBench.

I am a 48 year old mother of 3 (8, 10, and 12). I have had shoulder pain for the past 15 years. Some of it I contribute to whiplash from several auto accidents and the rest to working out several days a week. I have been to an orthopedic, chiropractor, physical therapist, neurologist, massage therapist and only get temporary relief before it starts to bother me again. I have become increasingly frustrated with the pain. I am very interested in “doctoring myself” and am convinced that there is a solution but I just haven’t found it yet, I am hoping that FIx My Shoulder Pain is it.!! My friend whom I work out with also experiences some of the same issues and we have been experimenting with different exercises that we have found on the internet, some seem helpful, but not fully addressing the issue. I am looking forward to using the SR3 method as I am optimistic that it will help both of us. Thank you!!!

I have nagging pain in my right shoulder. Not extreme but it just never seems to go away. I saw your list of moves never to do. I unfortunately have been doing them. Especially the upright rows. I also experience soreness when I bench press. I am an avid weight lifter and also a certified trainer. Which is kind of embarrassing to admit since I am hurting myself in the gym. I would love a free copy of your series. That way I can learn how to properly train my shoulders pain free. It will also help me be a better trainer and keep my clients safe.

Thank you for your time

Mike adams

I’m a 55 years old men in the proces of cancer recovery,i’ve lost a lot of
Wehigt and i’m doing anaerobic excersacie to recover my muscle.also taken
a lot of vitamin and eaten the best i can,my arms are very skini and i’m afraid
to get injured for to make a bad excercise

Hi guys,
Thank you for this opportunity to win this package! The reason I am entering to win is because I have started to develop some tightness in my right shoulder which makes it hard to do bench press any longer. I have tried to strengthen my delts and do a lot of rotator work, but apparently I am just not getting it right. If I do win this package, I look forward to being able to share this wealth of knowledge with the guys I lift with that are experiencing trouble with their shoulders too. Again, thank you for this opportunity and for all you do.
Dennis

Fix My Shoulder Pain system would not improve my quality of life. It already did it! Two tips from the video “5 Worst Exercises for Your Shoulders & How to Fix Them” have made all difference in the quality of my shoulders. The pains have decreased to such an extent, that only when I forget the guidelines they reappear, recalling the need for correct positioning.
For a former amateur athlete, who in the days of the University, practiced since 5000 m races to marathons, played basketball, handball, soccer, leaped, and today, with 59 years, still runs 5000 m and workout three times per week, were blessings the Rick Kaselj’s hints. The effects of old injuries virtually disappeared. The chances of new lesions appear remote. I would love to know the entire program and promote it in Brazil. Congratulations!

I have been through the cortisone shots and surgery on my left shoulder. Now I am having difficulty with my right shoulder and would like to try something less radical, especially in light of the fact that it took me more than a year to get my left shoulder back to near 100% and pain free.

I am 42 years old and active. My right shoulder will pop when I do exercises such as the bench press and military presses have become more difficult throughout the years. Recently, I was doing a P90X workout with coworkers. The workout called for close, normal and wide grip pushups. After I did the wide grip pushups, I had excruciating pain in my right shoulder but my left shoulder was also hurting. Therefore, I thought that changing my arm position would help so I tried close grip pushups but the pain became unbearable. After watching your videos of the 5 worst shoulder exercises, I realize that I did a dumb thing because I tried to substitute pushups with bench dips. The exercise felt better but after a few sessions, I had compounded the pain. Now I had the popping pain with the outside of the shoulder feeling strain. I only watched the 5 worst shoulder exercises and I realize that the small tweaks have tremendously helped me. I can only imagine how much good that the entire Fix My Shoulder Pain program would do for me because after changing the angles on exercises and avoiding the bad shoulder exercises, I feel much better. However, I would love to get back to the point that I can do the P90X and Insanity workouts without regret and know how to tweak the exercises along with free weights for optimal results.

I think “The fix my shoulder system” would really make a difference
I’m 42 with 2 young children under 4.
I’m active and would love to do my first 70.3 IM in December.
Unfortunatly when I was younger I did heaps of weight training
with not the best technique, I have had a shoulder
Reconstruction and quite a bit of Physio, and I still
get some shoulder discomfort, I have just started following
the tips on your website.
In a nutshell I would love to win a copy so I can
Retrain my shoulder muscles so I can play with
my kids and become a Ironman (woman)
Fingers crossed
Thanks
Nicole

This is going to sound like a cheesy sob story, but I assure you it is my true history. Believe me, I wish it weren’t.

In 1992, I was training hard hoping to make the leap to become a professional triathlete. I had made it down to the 4:30 range for a half ironman distance and was progressing nicely. Then I had a bad bike crash that damaged some nerves in my hips. I continued trying to return to form for 7 years, and every year I re-injured my legs. At that point I fell into a deep depression which eventually lead to a suicide attempt. Luckily, my wife caught me before I “succeeded”. She reminded me that I could still swim. Swimming has become my saving grace with one small problem, nagging shoulder injuries. I have not been able to return to the effort levels I had been swimming before the crash. I even went as far as to become a certified Total Immersion swim instructor. This system highly stresses proper technique to reduce injury risk. I have worked with several of the best coaches in the country. And I still am having shoulder pain whenever I try to increase my speed and power.

As I continue my recovery and ongoing battle with depression, the ability to shape my shoulder into a pain free joint would allow me to return to my best medicine – swimming. I would be eternally grateful for a copy of your program.

I see shoulder patients every day. In the 1 – 8 scenarios you list I am in three somewhere.
Shoulders can be very challenging. I look forward to learning more.
Ken Syrickland, DC

At 23 years old with only 2+ years of legitimate strength building experience, I have escaped serious injury so far while being able to achieve my strength goals. I consider education to be the greatest factor in being able to train harder each day. I always warm up properly, no matter how stupid others may think I look (I often get stares while SMR rolling my quads/hip flexors on medicine balls, for instance!). Perfect form always come first for me, but from watching Mr. Kaselj’s videos, there is still an abundance for me to learn, especially when it comes preventing one of the injuries that I fear the most…which incidentally is one of the most common among lifters. This is, of course, the rotator cuff tear. All young and inspired lifters dream to train hard far beyond my peak years without ever having to deal with any serious injuries; my goal is to make this a reality for myself and for the ones I love.

well for starters, I am 44 years old (as if that wasn’t bad enough) – okay just kidding, not too bad. I have been lifting for over 25 years here and there and tons of martial arts. I have a nagging pain in my AC joint and have had it for about two years – due to improper lifting or lack of recovery. I have dropped about 10 lbs over the last two months and I have a noticeable enlargement in that AC joint. I could really use a “cure” to combat the pain and fix this issue.
thank you,
james

I’m from India. Two of the biggest movie stars here have undergone shoulder surgeries. Aren’t they supposed to be having few of the finest personal trainers?! Even the finest trainers dont seem to have this essential knowledge of shoulders. And unlike other information on the web, this information falls in proper place with existing “TRUE” information.

You’ve explained, what you’ve explained, very precisely. Starting from why we have shoulder pain in the first place, to how it can be fixed, to what are the things that should be avoided. I especially liked the video where the problem with dips is explained. Our shoulders are not meant to rotate at those angles. It seems so obvious now that you’ve shared it. Every concept you’ve developed seems so obvious now that you’ve hightlighted them. The simple, accurate and helpful description by you is not only understandable to trainers, but to all. Thank you.

I am approaching 40 and have been very active all my life. I have been doing alot of upper body work the last couple of years as this is where I need the most improvement. Things were going along great until I was in a bad bicycling accident last summer. I received many test and xrays at the ER that evening and there was no sign of a shoulder injury. However I have had issues with it off and on since then and it has recently caused alot of problems again. Recent xrays show no sign of a tear, but any type of shoulder exercises create pain and a popping/cracking sound. The chiropractor is calling it abutment syndrome and told me not to lift for now. My husband forwarded your e-mails on to me this week and so much of this describes what I am going through. I believe this video would be extremely helpful in getting my shoulder back on track. I just want to be able to lift again and to run without pain. I want to be able to sleep at night without having pain. I am looking forward to trying this video Thanks

I am a school teacher who has been an aerobics instructor on the side for over 20 years. In recent years I have become convinced of the importance of strength training as part of one’s overall fitness. I regularly include dumbbell work in my aerobics classes. Since I teach at a school, my classes contain high school students as well as parents and teachers. One of my aims is to educate my class members, especially the teenage girls, on the importance of strength training to a healthy life style. I also want to make sure I am communicating the latest and best information and research to them on the correct way to do this. In the years I have been weight lifting, the only injuries I have had have been shoulder related. I am currently working my way free of my latest shoulder injury (caused by poor posture more than anything) and have been avidly reading and watching the information Rick Kaselj has provided. I would love to be able to increase my knowledge base to share with my students how to stay pain free while getting healthy and fit. I would also love to work free of my latest shoulder injury so that there is nothing limiting me from teaching my students to the fullest extent of my abilities.

Your system would be a great tool for me to improve my lifestyle. I am a huge proponent of healthy living. I love to CrossFit for my main source of exercise. And at this point in my life I really need CrossFit to keep me sane. I recently just started my first year of medical school so time is difficult to come by. One would think time was being gobbled up by studying but now I find that injuries can also disrupt this balance greatly. That is what brought me to your site. I just sustained an injury and will be going under the knife for the first time in my life. I will be having my pectoralis tendon reattached to my humerus and my labrum repaired. So my goal is to get back to health as soon as I can and to prevent any further injuries in the future. I fully believe that your system will help me achieve that goal.

I’m 57 years old. Both shoulders have had issues with tendinitis/bursitis for years. The left one has had arthroscopic surgery with good results. The right one is really dealing me fits. I’ve maxed out on steroid injections. I don’t remember the last time I had a good night’s sleep. I have to really modify my workouts around what I can do with minimal pain, especially chest and shoulder work. Sometimes I have to skip it, entirely.

A good night’s sleep and a pain-free workout would be a God send!

Well, I’m in a point in my life where I’m trying to stay in as good a shape I can to be a good role model for my son, who at 9 years old holds a green belt in Kempo and loves training with Dad, But at 41 years old and 22 years in the Military (10 years Marines and 12 years Army) my body has gone thru some beating up and for the last 3 months I’ve been suffering from an impinged tendon in my right shoulder and severe tendinitis on my right elbow and even though is not impossible to train, but is very painful, I just finished an Army PFT (Physical Fitness Test) and although I didn’t do too bad, my elbow and shoulder are killing me know, I’m to the point that I don’t know what to do about it and RICE is no longer working. Like I said, I have 22 years of Military service and hoping to do 8 more before I retire, but I need to stay healthy and as pain free as possible. I hope you can help!!! Thank you for your time!!!

I think I would benefit immensely from this program as I I am training as pool lifeguard at the moment and have even suffering from lots of pain injuries which affect my gym training and sport. Even simple movements like punching hurt. I am studying to be a paramedic and at the moment I’m training to bulk and shred but my training it’s increasing in difficulty as my shoulders get worse and worse.

I would greatly appreciate the opportunity of this great program and would give you plenty of feedback and good reviews.
Thanks. Tal Bouhadana

Thanks so much for this new range of workouts. I have been a fit and active woman all my life, with no particular pain anywhere. But then I started a job with lots of lifting, and now the doctors say I have a permanent shoulder injury. But they can’t see anything to operate on, or anything to stitch – nothing – they just say there is nothing they can do. Well I refuse to accept that I am stuck with this constant pain. I know how to exercise correctly in a gym and bodyweight, but I have never seen specific shoulder pain exercises. I would be thrilled to have the opportunity to get rid of my pain – it would change my life now and my future. If your program can help me, then it is something my physio and the whole world should know about, and I will do everything to make it so, Thanks so much and please pick me. Gail

I need this! This may be my last chance to train seriously! Started training at age 13, competed in powerlifting from ages 21 to 25, and ranked # 96 at 165 in 1979. Subluxated cervical and thoraic vertebraes and out of competition. Trained extemely light and in pain for the next 24 years, and then discovered Pavel’s kettlebells. Fixed my spine and started increasing the weight. Set my goal for powerlifting competition in age 55+ class. Ruptured my left pectoral while benching (fortunately my son got the bar off me as I went into shock). Worked calves the next day. Worked through the pec injury but then needed cortisone shots for both rotator cuffs. At the age of 56 I finally came to the conclusion I couldn’t lift all of the time, so I joined Connors MMA Gym three weeks ago. Training Muay Thai and lifting only for conditioning. Loved your 5 Worst Exercises! As I went through the list I figured I did it wrong for about 250,000 reps over the last 43 years. I desperately want to keep training. I have fallen in love with MMA (the aerobics and flexibility). Shoulders are bothering me! I need your help! Keep me training! Thanks, Steve.

Hi,

I need the information how to revive a shoulder joint which is dead now and frozen from left hemiparesis (paralyzed left shoulder) for my mother has survived an ischemic stroke and now paralyzed on the left side of her body since past 2.5 years

Thanks,
Priotosh

June 3, 2012 in the middle of a training session with a new trainer at my gym, I sprained my right pec minor and had to take six weeks off of my workout routine. Since then, NOTHING has gone right with healing it. My gym closed August 1st, I moved to a new living situation, got a new bed that’s horrible and now my shoulders and neck are in so much pain it’s making me crazy.

I’ve had two massages, two chiropractic appointments and a separate “evaluation”/sales job by a spinal decompression specialist who’s convinced he can get me pain free… for $3700 CASH!

I still cannot workout. I have trouble even getting dressed in the morning and this is all making me nuts! I’ve exercised consistently for over 30 years, and was working out steadily with weights and intensive conditioning/tabata routines 5-6 days a week when the injury happened. I could squat my own body weight in sets of six when I got injured! (I’m female, so that stat rocks!) I couldn’t even hold the bar now to squat if I tried.

I’m at my wits end as to how to properly eliminate the pain and get freedom of movement back in my left shoulder, which hurts 24 hours a day. The right shoulder is sporatic. The left is just a “shrieking banshee” no matter what I do. HELP!

I am a union bricklayer years of lifting block up over rebar lifting footplank & constantly doing repetitive movements I would like to further educate myself & coworkers on how to take better car of ourselves I also love to lift heavy shit but want to make sure I do it with put injury after taking your quiz & watching the videos while at the gym I could see what you guys were talking about which by the way thank you for that I would like to win & maybe pay the Knowledge forward while spreading your guys web site thank you again

Hi Rick and Mike.

I’m 34 now, I’ve been working out since I was 18. Ever since then I could never figure out why I would get huge shooting pains in my shoulders when I worked out. I would even get this pain lifting or doing anything that was over my head. I let it go for years but finally went to physiotherapy so they could assess it. No one ever told me what the problem was. They just made me do some exercises for it which didn’t help. To make it worse I dislocated my shoulder diving into a shallow pool on vacation. My doctor had me keep it in a sling for 4 weeks which pretty much killed all my shoulder muscle. Working out has never been the same since. There were days it felt good and others loose.

After 8 years I did it again. I slipped on the ice this time and dislocated it again. Physiotherapy once more. I finally got the first shoulder problem diagnosed and it was tendonitis. I signed up for surgery on my dislocated shoulder and had to wait 4 years. After waiting 4 years I cancelled it since I haven’t had any dislocations. Now my other shoulder is in pain all the time. Doctor says I’m pinching a tendon, but not serious enough for any treatment. Just put heat on it.

I’m really excited about your program since I have tendonitis, multiple dislocations and a pinched tendon. I’ve already realized that all those dips, behind the neck presses, behind the neck pull-downs and upright rows were probably what did it in the first place.

I would just like to be able to swim with my kids (3 boys), instead of standing in the pool watching… and play some baseball with them as well. I wouldn’t mind being able to workout without shoulder pain as well so I can gain back some of the muscle I use to have.

Thanks for the tips and creating this product.

Sorry that was so long. I tried to make it short.

Darren Letourneau

My left a/c joint has always been a little unstable and it’s hindering my vigilante crime-fighting career. This program will help me battle the forces of evil!

In Jan. 2012 I had a mountain biking accident. I broke my humerus in three place, all at the very top just below the shoulder, surgery required a titanium plate complete with screws which I will wear forever as a reminder of my mishap. After months of physical therapy I am probably back to 75-80% strength and maybe 85% range of movement. I began an extensive strength rebuilding program which got me to where I am now, working my way up to 30 push ups at once.Meanwhile somehow with no warning signs I lost so much of my strength in my other shoulder that I literally could not complete one push up. I’ve been to to a Dr. who had xrays done just to make sure that there was nothing there causing bone damage. I have an appointment with a shoulder specialist, but don’t think he will find anything as I think I probably used bad form with kettlebells creating my problem. On top of the mishaps I’ve had to cope with arthritis, which threatened to sideline my ambitions to stay fit. My exercise is as beneficial as the Enbrel shots that I have to take to help keep the arthritis under control.This program is exactly what I need to get both shoulders corrected. I hope I’m fortunate enough to receive one of the 10 awards. Your program sounds dynamic and way overdue for so many of us. Thank you for your research and dedication to your chosen vocation, which has the potential to help so many.

Hi Guys, I’m a Group Exercise Instructor at 48 and my shoulders are giving me grief. Currently this is my only income, as I have a little miracle (girl) to look after. I really need to fix my shoulders so I can keep on going not only for a crust but so I can carry her around! I’m not getting the relief from massages, chiropractors or physios. Please help. Would love to win a free copy. Cheers Silvia 🙂

Hello. I have sustained injuries to both my shoulders. The first was about 10 years ago, from lifting heavy sand bags. I tore two rotator cuff muscles in my Right shoulders. The second injury was about 3 years ago, when an MRI revealed that I had a bone spur at the Left AC joint, and tendinosis of the supraspinatus tendon, along with a tear of the biceps labrum. I have used laser therapy to help heal these injuries, but I have not returned to weight lifting, as every time I have started a weight routine, I tend to re-injure one or both shoulders. My range of motion is almost back to normal, but I am nervous to do any shoulder work now! I miss the workouts, and from looking at the information you have provided thus far, the fix the shoulder pain system seems like just the right program to help me regain proper alignment. I am a massage therapist, and really need my shoulders to be strong to do the work I do every day. I also have several clients with shoulder issues, and I would hope to pass on any new information in order to be helpful to many more people! I am 56 years young, and want to stay healthy, fit, strong and active into my senior years.

love all you great information

I have been experiencing shoulder pain in both shoulders for 15 years as a result of bench pressing. Initially it was just muscle pain that went away but gradually, I started to feel the pain deep inside my joints and often hear a clicking sound when I move my arms. I have not been to the gym in about two months and have been seeing a physio-therapist who put me on a TENS program along with ultrasound. He also provides traction to my arm. Needless to say, the progress is slow and I feel frustrated with the slooooooow recovery. I feel the pain at night when I sleep and also during the day when I drive. A simple task as turning a steering wheel will activate the pain sensors in my shoulder. Most of all though, I just cannot wait to get back to the iron again. Rick, I always look forward to your emails and suggestions on how one can improve and avoid training injuries. Keep up the great work!

Ken

I am 58 yrs old, and had my motorcycle down in 2011, doctors havent said anything, but I have pain in my left shoulder. I move it certain ways and it feels like it ratcheting before reaching full extension. I’d like to win to see if this will strengthen my shoulder. Right now Ibrouvin is my night time friend.

After having 4 shoulder surgeries (2 on each side), I am anxious to discover a fix to my long standing shoulder problems. I won’t quit the gym so I need something to address the functional requirements of proper shoulder movement and functional training.

I injured my right shoulder years back during wide water rafting. Never fully recovered despite all the massages, acupuncture, infra red and it comes back during my weight lifting and yoga especially if I don’t do them correctly.

I am a very active person. I would like to find out if I could get back my right shoulder back to its normal state. Also, migraine hit me quite badly when the pain creeps up to my neck up to my head or sometimes moves down to the lower back to.

I am a big fan of sports, it’s my life, Having a limitation such as this is a pain physically & mentally.

I have to keep stretching to keep the pain at bay. I am not getting any younger, although I want to have a fit body for the rest of my life. Please help.

My name is Nick. I am 18 years old, i have really came a very long way in the lifting life. I started lifting when i was 16 in my sophmore weight class, i was 5 foot 2 and weighed 245lbs i coudnt even bench 100 lbs. Senior year i weighed 159lbs benching almost 300lbs, i left my highschool with a incline bench record of 255lbs weighing under 162lbs. Now i started having some shoulder problems about a year ago right around setting the records and stuff. Now lifting has came to a hault. Its down right depressing. I just got into the US AIR FORCE and ill be shipping out in 5 months i really want to continue my passion of powerlifting and strongman and get this shoulder pain free before basic. Thankyou for this oppertunity

Good Day to you Rick & Mike and thankyou for this opportunity to win a copy of your ‘ Fix my Shoulder Pain ‘ system.
Great to view your video clips and think how much better sports performance could have been in the past years with this knowledge.
With my latest fitness campaign of 12 months I have managed to reach a level where I no longer require medication for diabetes, cholesterol and blood pressure and that is the really exciting part. However at least two things I have not been able to do, due mainly to shoulder pain then failure, are pushups and chin/pull ups.This lack of normal shoulder use does affect my quality of life and if I was able to access your incisive system with assessment and fixing, I feel it could be ideal in addressing my shoulder problems.
My progress with exercise has been an inspiration for my three daughters, who now enjoy a high level of fitness.
I have instructed to the best of my knowledge with emphasis on good form – this has and could be further enhanced using your knowledge to avoid injuries, as you demonstrated in your online videos.
I thank you good gentlemen in advance for your consideration in allowing me to utilise your system.
Kind Regards,
Steve H.

after dislocating my shoulder in a sports accident, I have had to learn to train my right arm with no deltoid action. I have had to learn how to work the rotator cuff and other supporting structures to maintain shoulder strenght. These videos showed me some things I needed to correct to maintain a healthy rotator cuff.

HI, I´m spinal cord injured, and I’ve been on crutches for 15 years, 2 years ago I got my first rotator cuff -bench pressing- After that one, that I could heal in 2 moths, I´ve injured again the right shoulder, this time was a few motnhs to heal. The lasst one was at the left, 3 motnhs ago, Now I m better but with some pain.

My doctor says that in my case it´s hard to heal because I´m using scrutches all the time, I´ve eliminated the shoulder routine at gym, just using a compex for the shoulders, and I bench pressing carefully and with low weight.
I would like to be able to bench pressing again with all the load, and absolutly do again shoulders routine. I think that your Fix my shoulder Pain System could help me a lot with my quality of life, because the Doctor says that due my injury it´s critical that I be in shape, and after go to the phisician and use ibuprofen and do everything I could, I have some pain still there.

thank you very much from spain, and congratulations for your programs!

I’m 47. 3 years ago I fell off a bike and broke my femur neck and humerus greater tuberosity. The femur healed well after the surgery, but the rotator cuff muscles pulled the tuberosity up into a major mal-union. This resulted in shoulder impingement, rotator cuff frank tear, bursitis and tendinitis. I train hard to keep the joint stable, but it is an uphill battle with pain. My daughter is 10 and my son is 1. I owe them to do anything in my power to fix my shoulder and be there for my kids as an active and participating father.

I am 62 yrs old and have had shoulder pain for over 5 years. My Dr. sent me to have an Ultrasound scan but that only revealed calcium deposites in the shoulder muscles. I was told I could have surgery to remove them, or they could disappear over time. I was not happy with the diagnosis, as I think there is more there than what was stated. I have also had bi-lateral Ulna Nerve Transposition done 4 years ago, which was unsuccessfull and still have dead forearms and fingers, waking me up many times at night. I work as a Carpenter and find it difficult to lift heavy objects and hold things above my head. Maybe I have to live with the nerve pain in my forearms and fingers but would like a program to fix the shoulder pain. Thanks for offering this program.

I am a 41 year old river guide and swiftwater rescue instructor. A year ago I tweaked my shoulder kayaking. That in it’s self was no big deal, but some exercises hurt in the gym, so I just decided to do other ones instead. After about a month of doing more push ups and pull ups than usual, I managed to get a shoulder impingement. After a year of rest and rehab the shoulder is still not 100% good even though I am stronger than before in the gym. Some movements just feel off. I hold little faith in Doctors opinions as they seem very keen to operate when you tell them a joint is still not right. I found Physio was expensive and little use in the long term.

I would of bought a copy of the Fix My Shoulder Pain system last week if I could of found the “Buy Now” button on the website!

Keep up the good work,

Yours

Neil Newton Taylor

How would ‘Fix My Shoulder Pain system’ improve my quality of life? Well, I am 40 years of age and have been strength training for the past 25 years. However over the last 5 years I have been ‘cursed’ with a re-occurring frozen shoulder and continuous shoulder pain. I have spent hundreds of dollars on books, DVD’s, massage and chiropractor appointments. Yet the shoulder pain remains and I currently cannot even lift my two year old daughter up in my arms. I have been caught in a continuous cycle of severe shoulder pain, stopping training (and subsequent de-training), then rehab over a number of months and finally getting back into heavy training only to hurt my shoulder yet again and start the cycle all over again.

I am looking for a way to break this cycle and address the root cause and not just the symptoms. I am really interested in this way of thinking and feel that reshaping my shoulder into a pain free joint will set me on the route to recovery. I have been very impressed with the information Rick and Mike have provided so far and believe the ‘Fix My Shoulder Pain system’ will get me be back in the gym doing what I love to do again, but most importantly I just want to be able to pick my little daughter up in my arms.

Nick

registered 😉 thank you

I am a Chaplain in the US Army. I tore my rotator cuff and my labrum a year and a half ago doing combatives in preparation for deployment. I had shoulder surgery and things were going well. I deployed with an infantry unit and I have aggravated the shoulder while on deployment. I think with this program I can strengthen it and get back to being active in the things my unit does….ruck marches, combatives, regular PT. This is my career and I am looking for something to relieve the pain and strengthen my shoulder muscles so I don’t hurt them again. This is vital to taking care of soldiers by participating with them! Thank you for your consideration. Chaplain (CPT) Tim Martin

Entered the contest!
Good luck everyone!

After injuring both shoulders possibly due to wide benches,behind the neck presses,not knowing that you should strengthen the rotator cuff muscles & a few falls on the ice I found that I could not do squats due to not having full r.o.m. for my arms makes it difficult. At 49yrs it would be nice to get that r.o.m. & strength back in my shoulders.
Thanx for your consideration

I have lifted weights since I was 18 years old. Today I’m 55 and still a gym junkie. Over the last 18 months I’ve had 3 RC repairs. Both shoulders have gone under the knife. Before surgery I did rehab but the pain finally got so bad I had no choice, my nights were sleepless. Today I’m still working on getting my strength back and I’m much more aware of the importance of exercise choice, execution, warm up and stretching. My shoulder knowledge is vastly improved because of what has happened to me but one can never attain too much knowledge on the care and maintainence of our physical well being. I want to keep lifting for the rest of my life and I highly regard the information and experience you two men have. This product would be a great addition to all the shoulder health tools I currently use.

I think Fix my shoulder pain is detrimental because right now I’m stunted with shoulder pain. I’m 30 years of age and still have a pretty long life ahead of me. The one thing that stands out with Fix my shoulder pain is exercising proper form and at the same sharing key movements to re-shape the shoulder without surgery i.e. the vicious cycle of shoulder pain. Now understand, I’ve been doing strength training which has helped out tremendously but there’s always that one wrong pull or everyday activity that just sets it off again. So in my opinion, the F.M.S.P. with the option to probably not have surgery done, is genius.

While this would be extremely helpful to me, my main reason for needing this is for my trainee. He’s 20 years-old, and cancer survivor who is still recovering from the after effects of his chemo treatments. He’s been through so much already, the last thing I want to do is cause an injury that would curtail his training. At 6’5” and 155lbs,…well, you get the picture.

Shoulder Pain is something almost EVERY lifter and sports enthusiast has experienced at one time or another.
Unfortunately, there are many old training techniques that do not efficiently build & strengthen the shoulder muscles but actually increase the potential for injury and even cause it! A detailed well researched series specifically related to Shoulder training & preventing injury is long overdue and much needed! Thank you for researching and developing something that is critical to anyone in sports or looking to workout safely and effectively.

I’m 58 years old and have been a very active weight lifter, boxer and am a black belt in Karate. About 10 years ago after I got so frustrated due to sleepless nights and painful shoulders that limited my activity, I decided to finally have my right shoulder operated on which involved shaving some grinding bones down. That helped tremendously for about 9 years when all the symptoms returned and worse. I ended up with a tear in a muscle, a torn bicep and issues with the ball and socket of my rotator cuff bringing me a second surgery on my right shoulder. I was told this may or may not work and the next step is replacing the shoulder. It definitely helped but now my left shoulder has started with all the same symptoms AND my right has started again. At this point I live with pain every day and don’t want to stop lifting or teaching boxing. I’m not ready for a replacement, especially since my left is also involved. I am hoping that this system could improve my situation and keep me away from the knife for awhile, at least. Thank you for this opportunity!

I was a fat and deformed for most of my life. I suffer from the so called “Stubborn fat syndrome”. I seem to get less results despite putting more efforts into my training and diet than other people. I also suffered from other diseases (asthma, arthritis, insulin resistenace, just to name a few) that now I keep under control with good nutrition and lifestyle. The only chance for me to transform my physique and get the lean and muscular body that I always wanted is to work out very intensely, which I can’t do without proper muscle, bone and joint health. I injured my shoulder in 2010, when I was 19, so that when I did pressing exercise I felt like somebody was stabbing me. This year, I went to a chiropractor who “fixed” my shoulder, so that now I can workout with moderate intensity, but I still find presses and pull-ups quite hard on my right shoulder, as I feel disconfort between shoulder and neck and around my scapula. Also, my right shoulder is less flexible and less stable then the left one, so that when I go back to martial arts training I get the feeling that my entire right arm can fly away. I’m a future nutritionist and at some point in my life I would like to learn chiropractic, in order to help athletes recover from their injuries. Aside from this, I dream to become a great athlete someday, and I’m willing to do anything to make that happen.

Kettlebell Turkish getups + kettlebell armbars = happy shoulders

A pain-free body is a healthier, stronger body. As an Italian fitness trainer I strongly recommend Critical Bench products: they help you live better!

Would love to win this. I’ve had problems with my right shoulder for a while now, mainly from an imbalance in my pec development.

i believe that the fix my shoulder pain system wouuld improve the quality of my life, because i currently live in japan and last year i finally went to the hospital after having severe shoulder pain for almost three months. i thought maybe i had just worked it a little too hard maybe in the gym or over practicing golf. however, when i went to the doctor he told me that i had broke a bone just above the joint and that he had no idea what the cause of it was. so after a month of no rehab, just heat and pain meds, the doc told me that he “thinks” the shoulder is better. now here it is a little over a year later and thanks to you rick i think i have the answer to what happened. i used to do upright rows, which i learned for you is something you dont want to do, but i didnt just do them i did them with semi heavy weights. now i have a five and three year old daughter whom i cannot even hold in my arms for very long anymore because of the shoulder pain, and i believe that your program will not only improve the quality of my life but that of my little ones as well. I thank you so much for all the knowledge that you have shared with all of us and look forward to more tips in the future.

I am 46 just started having shoulder problems about 6 months ago when I started getting back into kettlebells I tried to switch to freeweights but I think I made it worse doing exactly the exercises you are recommending not to do, could really use the help i am a self employed residential carpenter, trying to support a family in the hardest hit industry in the recession ,so my job is somewhat physical. It would be nice not to have to worry about a shoulder on top of everything else as I make my living with my body, if I was sitting at a desk all day it would not be as big of a concern.

Hi, in your opinion it’s betterto work, with shoulder “syndrome”, the “back” muscle instead of the anterior muscle? Because working the pecs in “heavy” way may accentuate the problem?
Thanks for the answer

i have not been able to workout for a year now because i have something wrong where my front delt and pec come together. it is a small spot about the size of a dime that i get a stabbing pain when i push something heavy then it hurts for about a month before calming down again. it totally pisses me off beacuse i was just getting into good shape when it started now im turning into a fat ass again. im a single dad for now and i cant afford to take time off from work to have surgery i have a physical job and would be out for too long. i get more deperssed every time i look in the mirror and see all the hard work ive done wasting away. when im not lifting i lose focus and my diet goes to hell also. feeling pretty low now. thanx for considering my entry, Bill

Hi

I’m 50 years old and survived so far…

August 15, 1977. Started working construction at age 15. Carried lots of iron on the right shoulder, while climbing the scaffolding.

May 7, 1981. Started working as a farm hand, sheering sheep, trimming hooves. Ever tried lifting a 99 – 220 pound sheep and putting it on its ass? How about 300 sheep a day?

October 18, 1982. Discover the joy of old school weight training. Hooked ever since.

March 15, 1984. Started living the biker life style. Besides some brutal brawls and two accidents (fell on my right shoulder, both times), survived the life style by training hard.

April 19, 1991. Quit the biker lifestyle and returned to working as a farm hand, sheering sheep, trimming hooves, and throwing straw bales. Did this for another 10 years.

September 1999. Seems like I developed a serious shoulder injury to my right shoulder. Sucked up the pain and trained through it.

June 28, 2000. Manned up about my drug habbits. Quit cold turkey with nothing but the help of old school weight training, while sucking up the pain of my shoulder injury.

April 15, 2002. Coughed up blood because of my drinking problems (2 bottles of whiskey a day, no ice, no water). Quit cold turkey. Again with nothing but the help of my trusted weight training. Meanwhile sucking up the pain of my shoulder injury.

July 1, 2007. Judge decided my son (15 then) could live with me. He was fat, so was I. Got rid of the excess fat through old school weight training. So did my son. Still sucking up the pain of my shoulder injury.

September 10, 2010. Finally grew a pair of real balls and quit smoking. Again, cold turkey, and some gool old school weight training. Yep, still sucking up the pain.

December 25, 2011. Despite the weight training, quitting smoking made me fat (again). The solution? Train harder. Better nutrition. Still shrugging of the shoulder pain. Literally. Shoulder shrugs really seem to help.

July 2012. Still hanging in there. Literally. My son thought me the vertical hanging trick for warming up.
Also dropped the upright row from my workouts.

September 22, 2012. Turned 50 today. Feels like I’m in the best shape of my life. Getting lean and mean. Training even harder. Seems my body can cope with my shoulder injury. And a lot of weight lifting.

October 2012. Answered your questions, watched your videos, read the copy about your brand new “Fix My Shoulder Pain” system. And how to win a free copy. Hope this helps.

Seriously, do you think it could work for me? My body seems to have come to terms with the injury. Never seen a doctor in my life. Always trained through it.

And what are your thoughts on shoulder shrugs. They really seem to help. More weight while shrugging seems to work even better. Or is this just something I made my mind (and my body) believe?

Ugly Steve
and his Royal Madness

I’m the mother of 3 year old twins that still like to be held. Sometimes they like to be held at the same time. Need I say more? I had to go to PT for bursitis in my left shoulder from holding my girls so much. I also have had forward rounded shoulders my whole life. My mother, who has the same build as me, had to go through shoulder surgery. I’d like to avoid having to go through what she did.

Hi guys, I am 44 years young and have recently shifted my attention from a business trainer to becoming a Sports Massage Therapist. I became an avid body builder about 2 years ago, and while I do not have any major shoulder problems, mainly because I have been constantly doing research online to ensure good form in my work out routines, I have encountered numerous clients coming for treatment with a range of shoulder injuries, mostly linked to their SITS muscles, all of which fall under your “Fix My Shoulder Pain” regime. Most of them have tried many options, including physiotherapy and orthopedic advice, and some are not yet ready to try surgical interventions. I also have a small gym which targets persons needing attention for their rehabilitative process, and I am certain the wide range of exercises you have will go a far way in enhancing the quality of their rehab program, e.g. avoiding repetition and giving the client something different to look forward to, because it is usually a painful process for them at times.
So overall, access to your information would indeed transform the type and quality of treatment and programs I can give my clients, thereby offering them some more hope, since making a difference in other people’s lives impacts my quality of life in a major way; pretty much in the way you are seeking to create a positive impact in our lives.
Do keep up your great work
Sincerely
Jeremy Simmons

I am a 56 yr old male, still pretty active. I golf, kite board, swim, and used to enjoy my 2 or 3 times a week work out at the gym. In the last 8 weeks I started to experience some soreness in both shoulders which has impacted on my range of motion and my ability to do just about any upper body exercise. I’ve seen close friends and relatives deteriorate from this type of soreness and stiffness to a being in perpetual pain with a frozen shoulder, and I truly want to avoid the same fate. I’ve had to cut back drastically on what I do in the gym, and I’ve gone from being a class A golfer to a 14-handicap in a very short time. I’m hoping that the SR3 method will enable me to go back to the level of activity I used to enjoy.

In January of 2012 I injured both shoulders performing the bench press. I’m tall with long arms. I didn’t know that I shouldn’t try to get the bar to my chest. My shoulders were tight and I was using the weight of the loaded bar to help stretch my shoulders! Not good! The MRI showed I had a minor tear in each rotator cuff. Not enough for surgery. But, just enough for it to be a chronic, daily pain. I’m trying several different ways to warm the shoulder up before a workout, however, no matter what I do, the pain remains!

I am in desperate need of shoulder rehabilitation!!! I am a boot camp instructor and have been for 4 years now. I teach and participate in 5-10 hour long boot camp classes a week, and over time I have really done a number on my shoulder. When I look in the mirror, I can actually see the difference in the shape of the injured shoulder as compared to my other one. I am in pain on a regular basis, and I have been told to take 600mg of ibuprofen 3 times a day. I really don’t notice that the meds are helping, and I do not want to keep taking them. I need to fix the problem rather than putting a “band aid” on it. I hope you will consider me for one of the free copies, so I can begin using the SR3 method today. I want so bad to be pain free, but “RESTING” is not an option for me.

Unfortunately I am past the point of avoiding surgery since I have had surgery on both shoulders to repair rotator cuff tears. However I need a great program to avoid further damage to my shoulders. Being a lifelong fitness junkie and past Olympian, I have no plans to fade into quiet retirement. However after 8 joint surgeries, severed biceps tendons and a metal-laden body, I need a program like “Fix My Shoulder Pain” to keep me active and pain-free. My wife will also thank you.

Hope I win, good stuff to learn!

I have had problems with both shoulders. I havae had frozen shoulders, cortisone shots, operations etc. I wish my shoulsers were perfect but they are not . I would be my hope that this program would help me.

I am now recovering from right shoulder surgery. I had a full tear of the rotater cuff, a partial tear of my bi-cep, and bone spurs as well. I am 58 years old and want to get my shoulders back in shape, mostly strength without damage. I also have bone spurs on my left shoulder. I am determined to get back my strength I have lost for the last couple of years back. I desire to do this in a safe manner as the surgery has not been easy and the therapy is is even worse. I will be done therapy somewhere around the start of the new year if all goes well. I have lost a lot my strength in the alst couple of years due to shouder apin. I want to be able to enjoy my grandson as he gets older. I would lke to see if your program could help me accomplish this task.

I’ve been a Certified Personal Trainer since 1997 and in recent years I found that I have a knack for helping clients improve their quality of life with corrective exercises. Through certifications and continuing education, I have been in search of the best ways to help my clients reach their goals while at the same time preventing them form having future injuries. Unfortunately, recently, I have had multiple new clients come to me with shoulder injuries for which I have to refer them to physical therapy. When they return to training with me, they usually have not corrected the improper movement patterns that caused them the damage in the first place. I see a real need for a program like this to be able to keep helping these and other clients to get their optimal function back. I only recently discovered your programs and I wish I would have found them sooner. I have been so impressed with the free videos I have seen so far, I can only imagine “Fix My Shoulder Pain” will exceed my expectations too. Winning this program would not only help me keep my own shoulders healthy, but with your help, I could help many more people improve their quality of life. Thank you for this opportunity.

I have been dealing with shoulder problems for about nine years. My shoulder had been dislocated many times(due to a BAD relationship..just being honest) After getting OUT I worked hard at getting back to “normal” (Also had a back operation) I ended up back teaching fitness, doing weights,swimming laps..shoulder felt pretty much normal. Then almost three years ago I got into a near fatal car accident. Stayed in hospital two months and in rehab two and half years. I worked my butt off to get back on my feet. So..I have lots of pain still..but good news is I am back teaching classes. But my shoulder isa mess again..worse then ever. I broke my clavicle. My ROM in shoulder increases when I keep up on the “exercises” and of course decreases very quickly if I dont do the “proper” exercises. Like I said I am back teaching so I figure if I wasnt doing anything it would be frozen..I definately would be in worse shape. On that note…I cant stretch up straight overhead,can not swim laps any more,scapula wings noticeably ,rotator cuff has been affected,can reach with hand behind back(barely)
I am constantly trying to keep up my strength and ROM, but would love to have more knowledge to help me out. thanks for listening 🙂

I’ve been a baseball pitcher since I was 8 years old and I loved the adrenaline of pitching the big game! For the last 5 years, my shoulder pain as been so bad that I had to stop pitching entirely. I can’t do any rotator cuff exercices to strenghten my shoulder, because it hurts too much. So this program looks like it could help me restart my pitching carreer!

Greetings from Canada!

I have had trouble with my shoulder for years. I have gone to chiropractors and therapist but still it is there. I am glad to see someone talking about a problem that so many people have.

I am a 50-year-old woman, 5’2″, 130 pounds. I have always worked out to some degree as time would allow. Once my kids were high school/college age, I worked out even harder. I loved taking a class called kick-ass cardio several times a week. I could do more than my fair share of pushups, etc. I love to slalom ski and was hoping to be able to continue that until I am at least 65 years old. A little over a year ago, I was probably in the best shape of my life, weighing 120 pounds, wearing size 4 clothes and feeling good.

Then things changed. My 20-year-old son was diagnosed with a rare form of liver cancer in October 2011. Of course, I stopped working out and concentrated on him. He passed away November 4, 2011. I had no energy to work out, so I didn’t, other than walking some and normal daily activities. For some reason, my shoulders started to bother me within a couple months. In the last year, I have seen a holistic doctor and tried acupuncture and supplements. I have tried some kind of special cactus juice that’s supposed to help this kind of thing. The orthopedic doctor did an MRI and says I have shoulder impingement syndrome, so I have had a couple of injections (even though I put it off as long as I could). They helped, but the pain always came back. I have done physical therapy.

I am now back to going to the gym several times a week, but I avoid a lot of the things that cause pain. I can’t work out nearly as hard as I used to. Every morning, I wake up very stiff and sore in my shoulders. Some days are better than others. Usually later in the day it’s a little better, but it still depends on my movements, etc.

I am not willing to settle for this pain for the rest of my life. I want to be able to stay in shape and water-ski and just live wthout being in constant pain. The doctor says the next step is arthroscopic surgery, which I really DO NOT want to have done, but I don’t see any other alternative at this point.

I would love to find something that would help with this pain and stiffness and weakness other than surgery!

Living with shoulder pain is no easy task: getting up from bed, hurts; picking up the baby: hurts, serving yourself juice from a big container: hurts, opening up a hard-to-open bottle: hurts. It is amazing how very little things that I used to perform without a second thought, now I cannot because my shoulder hurts. The issue is that I try to NOT move it because I think it will hurt and I now I am hurting myself in the long run by diminishing my range of motion – I feel I have less and less each day.
I do hope your recommendations will help me improve my quality of life.
thanks

Boy can I use this Program. I’m 71 years young and have rarely missed any workouts since my twenties unless scheduled. Three years ago I suddenly developed shoulder pain. I continued my workouts, working around painful area carefully. During that time I tried various programs claiming to eliminate shoulder pain, but to no avail. I avoided going to a Doctor thinking it was a torn Rotator Cuff that would require an operation, which I didn’t want because of long recovery time. I tried 2 months of Rehab which was also unsuccessful. I finally went for a diagnosis
and it turned out not to be a tear. I was given a Cortisone shot which helped for awhile but only about 80 %. I would really like to correct this problem and get back to normal workouts and range of motion so I can put my arm around my wife.

I am 30 years old and Love working out and boxing… It’s basically a great way for me to deal with all the stresses that life brings me, and its one of the very few things in my life that I’m actually consistent with. For the past year and a half thou, I’ve been getting constant shoulder pain in my right shoulder and now am getting some pain in my left too.. All this was due to improper training for many years. I’ve been pretty much depressed at times due to not being able to do something I love so much to my full potential.. Been doing shoulder rehab exercises trying to get my shoulders back in shape. I can only hope your program would help me get back into doing what I love.

Left shoulder is lagging a little bit. I must of done something a while ago and it’s just been accumulating. Don’t want it to interfere with my strongman training coming up!

I’AM A PERSONAL TRAINER AND I FEEL THAT THIS SYSTEM WOULD PROVIDE ME WITH GREAT ADDITIONAL ADVICE TO HELP SO MANY CLIENTS WITH SHOULDER PROBLEMS. I’AM FINDING THAT SHOULDER ISSUES ARE VERY COMMON AND SO MANY PEOPLE HAVE ANTERIOR ROTATION AGGRAVATING THESE PROBLEMS AS WELL. SO THE FACT THAT I WANT TO WIN THIS IS NOT JUST ABOUT ME BUT FOR ME TO HELP PT CLIENTS AS WELL AS OTHERS WHO ARE IN NEED AS WELL. THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME

I NEED a system that works!

I am sick of two steps forward, one step back.

I am 61, lean, hard, and for the most part pain free. But for much of my adult life I dealt with chronic pain. Sometimes debilitating, always annoying, frustrating, and limiting.

But I never gave up. I searched for knowledge and sought answers. Bit by bit I found the causes, and occasionally the cures for various pains. The dis-advice easily exceeded the volume of valid guidance. And everybody, I mean EVERYBODY, claimed to be an expert.

I developed a rather sensitive BS Detector. It was a matter of self protection.

Eventually the pattern became clear. The “systems” that worked were all based on what I call T3 [Test-Treat-Test]. That is how I found Gray Cook’s Functional Movement Screen and related corrective exercises. Likewise Matrix Re-patterning. But through it all, the one area of ongoing dysfunction has been . . . . . wait for it . . . . . . shoulder pain!

My passion is traditional archery with hunting weight bows up to 67 pounds of pull. Any shoulder instability results in pain – usually lots of it. Sleep deprivation due to aching shoulders is a powerful motivator.

“Fix My Shoulder Pain” appears to be a T3 system and therefore worthy of consideration. IF it works it will make a major contribution to my quality of life. I dream of one day soon being able to shoot well, a lot, AND pain free.

For about three years now I have had pains in my right shoulder that cause a dull ache through my whole arm. My doctor advised me to take a break from the gym after having two cortisone treatments. I followed his advice and still three years later even picking up my tools for work will still cause the same pains (although not on a daily basis).
This system could fix my shoulder issue and return me back to the gym and back to a normal life pain free. But more importantly I could then begin to use the hybrid and mi40 plans that I have invested in instead of dreaming about them.
Kind regards
Not so big dave.

I’ve had a niggle for ages now & spending a fortune on painful sports massage that could be better spent on my legs if the shoulder was better! It doesn’t majorly stop me but limits weight but mostly annoying as I’ve taken up pole & there are several 1 arm holds I can only do on my right, so would definitely improve my life to get it sorted once & for all!!!

Hi Mike and Rick

First of all, so great to see a fellow BCer educating the world. That goes for you Rick although I think Mike has some connection, too, if I’m not mistaken. SFU has some great memories for me. Family commitments took me away from B.C a few years ago.

My background in Physical Education and keeping up with the research has kept me reasonably free of injuriess, any serious ones that is. At 74 i still go to a fitness center regularly. Although I don’t have any ‘personal trainer’ or similar qualifications, trainers at ‘my’ gym often discuss issues related to form and safety with me. I really found the quiz and comments by Rick very interesting and having the gift you’re offering will help me to remain injury free and gives me the ability to help others. Letting others know the source of my information and knowledge is a given.

I’m 59 yr. old that has always seemed to work 11 hr. days and 5 to 8 hr. Saturdays. Always in and out of the workout with free weights and recently kettle bells. Fell on ice in the shade while downhill skiing last year. x-rays show no damage but daily pain in shoulder. Doctor thinks maybe brought on arthritis, but I don’t give up and will be back in the shape I like. I always go for staying on the lighter side, 165# about right for me, and won’t see myself as old and a couch for life guy. I’ll give my best on anything that will get rid of this daily pain for the last year.

the first time I injured my shoulder was on a smith machine that i have never used since. went to an orthopedic surgeon who had done some excellent work on a hand injury years before, but did not like his solution. he said “don’t lift weights anymore, and you will not hurt your shoulder anymore” this is totally unacceptable! i have a physical job but i also just love to train. I am a student of the martial arts and also an instructor. so i train with weights to keep up with my students and fight in tournaments. i am 56 years old and would love to try your system to alleviate my shoulder pain.

Thanks, Greg

About three years ago I was informed I had high cholesterol and I was overweight. My doctor gave me three months to improve and be retested. I brought my cholesterol down significantly and lost about 15 pounds. I accomplished this through nutrition and exercise. I was very excited about this and decided to really focus on exercise and strength building. Unfortunately, I hurt myself lifting weights and my shoulders have not been the same since then. Although I rest them and try and take it easy getting back into using them, they still bother me. As a result, I have been unable to continue on the regimen I would like to pursue and now my golf game has also suffered as a result. I just turned 61 years of age and am going to retire the end of this year. My plan is to get in the best possible condition and shape that my body and mind will allow me to do. It would be great if I can pursue this goal without my shoulder injuries and pain interfering with my progress. I did not realize how important the shoulders are in daily activities and would welcome the opportunity to receive your “Fix My Shoulder Pain” system.

I dislocated my shoulder, bench pressing in my high school gym, when I was 16. I missed racking the weight and the bar crashed to the floor. I never had my shoulder looked at, and that decision has caught up with me.
At the age of 41, I decided to start training at a new gym, one that promoted olympic lifting and constantly varied exercises with mixed intensity. By age 42 I had started going to the doctor for increased pain in my left shoulder. It was recommended that I get an MRI with arthrogram and start physical therapy. The results of my MRI showed that I had a torn labrum,joint deterioration, and arthritis. But the rotator cuff muscles were strong.
At 46 I have become very familiar with the pain cycle, I have completed 3 rounds in the last 4 years. I retired this year after 22 years in the military and have kept myself physically fit my entire life, and plan to continue doing so.
I started taking my shoulder recovery seriously and stopped receiving cortisone injections and taking ibuprofen. One of my goals is to compete in power lifting. I know that with my shoulder I will never bench heavy weights. But I want to ensure that I am doing all that I can to keep my shoulder joint strong and healthy, and to avoid surgery. I am willing to give your program a try, if it will help me keep my shoulder strong and mobile.

Hello,
I am especially thankful for your explanations on what exercises not to do in order to protect my shoulders. I am a beginner lifter, Bench 195, squat 330, dead lift 345 overhead 110, bent row 145. I help train and instruct a group of friends and we were looking for workouts to branch out and add on to our SL 5×5 workouts. We did Bench dips for a day and all 3 of us were complaining the next day about the strain on our shoulders(not soreness). I got your email the next day and cut it out of my routine. We will stick with overhead press and proceed with hanging stretches to protect ourselves. Thank you.
Justin (Land Shark)

Greetings Rick,

I started having shoulder pain after having used a crutch on my right side to support the operated knee. Either the position (level) was wrong but I have a deep muscle pain. It is annoying especially at night when I turn in bed and sleep on my left side and have to move my shoulder over. No sooner the pain started then I put the crutch away and in severe cases use a walking stick. I’ve put Muscle Rub and Reflex Spray but the pain has not gone away yet. Maybe if I’m recommended appropriate exercises to improve the extension of my shoulder this would help. I would not hurt when I’m in the shower and trying to use the shower gel, etc. It is bad enough having to support pain from an operation on the knee I shouldn’t have had but to have to deal with the shoulder pain as well is a bit too much. I’m now told that the next step is to have two knee replacements! So the sooner I can get rid of the shoulder pain, the less grumpy I’ll be and that would be a bonus for my husband.

I recently started having a pain on my left shoulder. Its been there for about 2 months and I believe that i used to much weight for a shoulder exercise. I do most of my workout in the YMCA and there is a few other gentlemen there with shoulder injuries. One of them just had an operation recently and he cant barely do anything with that arm for right now. I really dont want that to happen to me. I am at the point where I had make good gains during the last few months. I have not seen a doctor yet because I am just afraid of what he will say. Of what I heard and seen shoulder injuries are one if not the worst ones… This could really help me out!! Thank you…

Respectfully,
Pablo

Hi Rick and Mike.

I’m 34 now, I’ve been working out since I was 18. Ever since then I could never figure out why I would get huge shooting pains in my shoulders when I worked out. I would even get this pain lifting or doing anything that was over my head. I let it go for years but finally went to physiotherapy so they could assess it. No one ever told me what the problem was. They just made me do some exercises for it which didn’t help. To make it worse I dislocated my shoulder diving into a shallow pool on vacation. My doctor had me keep it in a sling for 4 weeks which pretty much killed all my shoulder muscle. Working out has never been the same since. There were days it felt good and others loose.

After 8 years I did it again. I slipped on the ice this time and dislocated it again. Physiotherapy once more. I finally got the first shoulder problem diagnosed and it was tendonitis. I signed up for surgery on my dislocated shoulder and had to wait 4 years. After waiting 4 years I cancelled it since I haven’t had any dislocations. Now my other shoulder is in pain all the time. Doctor says I’m pinching a tendon, but not serious enough for any treatment. Just put heat on it.

I’m really excited about your program since I have tendonitis, multiple dislocations and a pinched tendon. I’ve already realized that all those dips, behind the neck presses, behind the neck pull-downs and upright rows were probably what did it in the first place.

I would just like to be able to swim with my kids (3 boys), instead of standing in the pool watching… and play some baseball with them as well. I wouldn’t mind being able to workout without shoulder pain as well so I can gain back some of the muscle I use to have.

Thanks for the tips and creating this product.

Darren Letourneau

Hello!
As I am working as an Personal Trainer, I have many customers, here in Norway, who has this kind of problems. And unfortunately, they are not beein less of them, just more. We do have more people here in Norway that have ONE or Two mobilphones. We have recently have had an questions going round the country, that shows that every family here in Norsay have at least 2 or 3 PC’s.
So for me, and first of all, for my customers or clients, this will be a great help, and I have already 3 persons that will have use for this right away. So theres in only to hope that I wil be one of the lucky ones here.

Thanks, although, because it is very interesting.

With Regards
Johnny Westby
Johnny’s Training & Motion

I’ve been into training for about 15 years, lifting, kettlebells, yoga, running. I’ve had shoulder surgery in ’99 which was successful but has limited me to certain positions when it comes to lifting. , Flat bench causes pain, a lot of push ups cause pain. Overhead lifting and incline bench is ok. I’ve also subluxed my other shoulder a few times posteriorly. I’m a kettlebell instructor and need to be able to perform all the movements that Im teaching without issues. I’d also like to get a lot stronger and incorporate the flat bench back into my program. I would love an opportunity to try your program.
thanks!

Hi Mike and Rcik, I started training in college. It is a part of my daily routine and in addition to staying in shape, it serves as a stress reliever. Like many others, I received many different advice on different exercise. After 10 years of training I now know the type of exercise and diet that gets me in the shape I want to be in, but I have nagging shoulder pain that bothers me, especially with exercises like bench/incline dumbbell press and barbell row.
I now focus on forms the most, avoiding jerky movements and stretching a lot; I even hit the steam room or sauna for an extra stretch. However, I still get pain in the shoulder towards the end of my set when I want to push the hardest. With the traditional “No pain, no gain” notion engraved in my head, it’s a constant dilemma of whether I push myself or take it easy to avoid injury. Perhaps it is the natural aging process but the nagging shoulder pain halts my regular routine and instead of feeling good after a work out makes me frustrated. So the idea of reshaping my shoulder to a pain-free shoulder is very attractive and I look forward to hearing more about it.

Being of the age that I attended high school in the 80’s, I was very misinformed on proper lifting. Now my shoulders prevent me from any real lifting, even some pull-ups hurt. I have been stuck neglecting my upper body due to the shoulder issues that were mainly affected by improper benching technique. If I can improve my shoulders, I hope to perform some heavy lifts again to build/maintain muscle on this 42 year old.

Rick and mike.
I have been working out for the past decade. Through that time I have allowed my body to experience many loads and stresses. Earlier in my journey, I was unaware and paid no attention to the fact that improper technique and imbalances would lead to injuries later on in life. I play basketball at the collegiate level, but recently, I have been sidelined do to a torn ACL. I have been working hard to improve the strength and imbalances that lead me to experience this horrible injury. Through this process I continued to exercise and try to maintain strength in my core and upper body. I went through a period where I developed elbow pain, and had to work through that ( thanks Rick) ( fixing elbow pain def helped me. I began to develop a click in my shoulders, certain exercises performed, became gruesome and uncomfortable. I thought I just needed to stretch and have some time off. I used a lacrosse ball to roll out and loosen tension. I now do this on a daily basis. Shoulders are improving but I need guidance in what will help me to move forward Ina same fashion. What are the proper techniques? What exercises to stay away from. I would appreciate the help, I seek to continue rehabbing and properly become the strongest version of my self. I appreciate it thank you for reading. Keep up the good work.

I am a 45 year old male, I have been very active my whole life, I did Triathlons, raced road bikes, road mountain bikes, Motocross and I have been strength truing since I was 14. Throughout my life I have damaged both shoulders. Numerous MRI’s and X-rays, I have a SLAP tear in my right shoulder but it feels fine. I have no others tears to speak of, but your basic shoulder rehab have been no help to me. I am now shooting a compound bows with my son but I cannot go beyond a 35# draw weight. I desperately want to get back into strength training and increase my strength to try and damper the effects of getting older. I have been looking for some solution, there is nothing more a Doctor can do for me other than the old if it hurts don’t do it and nothing overhead. That advice does not work for me. Your solution is definitely something that peaked my interest. I am truly hoping that your solution is what I need to keep my active for my benefit as well s my kids.

I wrestled and played football in high school and wrestled a little in college.I have had different injuries to my right shoulder,over the years even though ive kept active my shoulder developed into a frozen shoulder wich greatly restricted me from throwing, playing catch with my kids ect.I had shoulder surgery about 10 years ago and went thru all the rehab and everything with great pain, and the doctor kept telling me that i shouldnt be having so much pain.My shoulder never really got any better i still have pain and poor range of motion.I have difficulty sleeping,and it gives me problems with exercise routines,and at work,playing golf ect.I would greatly love to regain some range of motion and reduce some pain so i could function well as i get older im know 49 years of age.I have tried different therapies art,rotator cuff exercises,nothing really seems to work very well,i would love to give your program a try and endorse it if i receive good results.

10 years ago I donated my kidney to save a friends life. 8 yrs ago I got shoulder pain and eventual frozen shoulder and had it released under anesthesia and then the other shoulder froze up for no apparent reason. I released that one thru physical therapy but still had mild joint pain since then. I’ve been working with a chiropractor/ Naturopath to break up the adhesions under my scapula and have 90% range of motion. He also diagnosed me with a sensitivity to nightshade vegetables. As soon as I gave them up the joint pain disappeared. I believe all this happened because of only having one kidney so I wasn’t able to get rid of the toxins (solanine) as easily as others. I recently got certified as a Personal Trainer and with my background as a Chef, & Vitamin Manager at a health food store I think I can help many people turn their health around. I was vegetarian for about 5 yrs but recently have been trying the paleo diet but a recent blood test revealed that my BUN/ Creatinine ratio was high so I have had to modify the paleo diet some to reduce my meat intake while still avoiding grains. I am working with my Naturopath to find the right balance of meat. Some sources say to limit protein to 1G/2.2Lbs/Day of protein (from all sources) with one kidney. I will use this program to help others like me.

I fell off a cliff in the Himalayas in 1988. it left me with nagging left shoulder pain. On return to Canada I saw athletic therapists but the shoulder pain and ROM got worse. Eventually I received a series of 2 cortisone injections which helped dramatically. While this whole episode was going on I developed thoracic back pain which never resolved. I have been cautios with the shoulder since and occasionally it has flared up. About 3years ago it flared up and I can’t get resolution ( other than inactivity). Problem is I need to do upper body workouts and swim to control back pain and I find myself in a catch 22. I should mention that prior to all this I separated my right AC joint playing hockey and have reseparated it twice many years later mountain biking. This has stopped me from doing racquet and throwing sports. I have tried multiple therapies to no avail. If the shoulder pain subsides and I can get back to the activities that control back pain I can get my life back…if I could do racquet and rhrowing sports that would be icing on the cake!

All my life I have been affected by poor shoulder mobility. In junior high school gym class, I was unable to do cartwheels, as I was unable to fully straighten my arms over my head. At a martial arts demo introductory class at age 19, I was unable to bridge (reverse pushup), which everyone else in the class could do.

I’m 57 now, and committed to a physically fit lifestyle. However, I have constant shoulder, arm, and elbow pain. When the body does not find the range of motion in needs in one joint, it attempts to recruit movement however it can. So, I’m nearly always injured.

My hope is that I will find a system of shoulder rehab and prevention that will get to the root of the problem. I wish to follow a program that will restore good alignment and structure and eventually enable me have normal range of motion in the shoulder.

Being able to move comfortably with a good ROM is really a blessing as not many today has the ability to do so. We use our hands in our everyday life. Without our shoulders functioning properly, we will be limited to do certain task.
As a lifter for the past 4 years, I’ve faced shoulder injuries more than any other types of injuries. Almost everything we do, we use our shoulders to a certain extend eg. pushing, pressing, carrying…etc. So it is one of the body part which is being used the most.

I believe I will be able to improve my shoulder health from this program. This is will definitely improve my performance in my training. I’m currently 22 years old, so having a good shoulder health at this age would have a good impact for the rest of my life. Having a good knowledge in this area will also allow me to help others facing the same problem.

Thank You.

After living with shoulder pain for over 20 years, it finally happened; an injury that landed me in the OR. The doc “fixed me up” with two anchors in my left shoulder. Fourteen months later, I had full use of my left arm. Then, it happened again! While doing dumbbell shoulder presses, I blew out the right shoulder. The good ol’ doc put four anchors in the right shoulder. Sixteen months, and many cortisone shots later, I had full use of the right arm and was back in the gym. Fast forward two years later and I am now having constant pain and a gravel-like sound in my left shoulder. I can’t sleep! I can’t train! After another trip to the Orthopedic Surgeon, I am starting physical therapy tomorrow and swallowing Meloxicam daily. I am back in the cycle… I went ahead and started doing PT-type exercises but I feel as if I am having a “groundhog day” with these issues. Physical fitness and strength are important to me, and not having full use of the shoulder joint and arm is not going to further my goals. I am 46 and too young to be falling apart. Please help me.

I have suffered from right shoulder pain on & off for about 5 years. I love doing push ups, but have to do only wall push ups now as any other hurts. Two years ago, I was diagnosed with Crohn’s disease. It took almost 2 months to get it under control. When cleared by my doctor to exercise, I could not do one push up. It was not just that I was so weak I could not push myself up, I could not stop my downward descent. I could only slow it so that I did not do a total face plant into the floor. I worked hard, modified my push ups so that my shoulder did not drop below my elbow & less than a year later was able to do 100 push ups during the course of a workout. Then, the shoulder pain got too bad, & I had to stop. I have been to a specialist, had an MRI, did a month of rehab, & still have pain. I want to be able to work out hard & heavy without pain. Having Crohn’s makes it imperative that I work out regularly. That has been difficult, if not impossible to do at times due to the pain in my shoulder. I believe this product will allow me to resume heavy workouts with push ups & without pain. It sounds like it is just what I need.

I’ve just recently been hired as a personal trainer and I continually look for ways to educate myself and become better at my profession.
My boss actually shared with me recently that he has shoulder pain and I’d love to prove myself by being able to help him with it. And though I myself do not have shoulder pain, I do have limited mobility and some upper-cross syndrome going on and I’d like to use your system to achieve optimal shoulder health and prevent injury. Finally, I’m sure I will have clients in the future who will encounter shoulder pain and I’d love to be able to help them become pain free. Having access to your ‘Fix Your Shoulder Pain’ system would be extremely beneficial for me in achieving those things and helping the people around me. Their quality of life would improve from becoming pain-free, and my quality of life would improve by being able to help them.

My first shoulder injury occurred when trainings martial arts as a kid and since I’ve looked for ways to properly perform and avoid injuries, unfortunately with limited success. I’ve interviewed trainers, bodybuilders and doctors alike, to find proper techniques which would heal and maintain a potential to improve. This led to much misinformation which wound up in exercises and understandings that undeniably compounded to injury. Society is full of ideas and understanding and one must find the way through them which best achieves our goals.

I’m now a qualified trainer and have had shoulder pain since childhood, my cycle of shoulder pain has impacted on my career, and social life. The ability to rely on my body and to convey proper techniques has become of utmost importance.

Theres’ always something new, or different perspective to old bits of information, which can help with the maintenance and improvement of our bodies. I would like to take part in the contest for a copy of the Fix My Shoulder Pain system and experience its contribution to the cause.

Sincerely,

Ronnie

I am 56 years old but 6 months ago was able to military press 250lbs for three reps (so please don’t write me off because I’m viewed as an old man) on an Olympic bar without pain. I also am a chiropractor and typically treat others for the same problem I now have, only I cannot treat myself successfully as normally i work on each muscle with a myofascial release protocol. I also bass fish competitively , so now I find myself unable to do weight training, adjust my patients effectively or pursue a hobby I love …..all because my shoulder hurts with any of these activities. If there is some method that can allow me to treat myself effectively, I really need it for my livelihood and to do the things I have enjoyed most of my life. I’ve always been seen in this small town as the old guy who is stronger than most of the guys in the gym and people come to me for advice because of it…now I am like another of the old guys who comes in the gym and “piddles around” with the machines and can’t lift much at all, very frustrating for me. this injury came out of nowhere, just woke up with it one day. I agree watching your videos that some exercises are harmful, some of them, never occurred to me, others I already avoided. So even after 27 years of practice I still realize I can learn from someone else. Please help.

I’m 63 years old and hurt my shoulder several years ago and despite therapy and stretching and weight training I am only able to curl 25 lbs with my right arm sometimes the arm goes numb I hurt it doing incline bench presses, would like to see something that actually works.

I’ve been having shoulder problems for over 23 years. I believe it all started when I gave birth to my first child. During childbirth I pushed so hard for two hours that I ripped ‘something, something’ in my shoulder…not exactly sure and never have been properly diagnosed. And ‘Yes’ I’m a victim of Shoulder Pain Cycle! Many exercises, many therapies, and many visits to the doctor…no results. I came to the conclusion that there is nothing I can to resolve the shoulder situation.
I’m a yoga and aerobics instructor and I find that the yoga helps a bit, but not entirely. I’m tired of the vicious Shoulder Pain Cycle and the endless therapies with no results and not to mention the money I spent. It would be a God sent to finally find an exercise discipline to subside my shoulder problem and to do it in the convenience of my home and to do it anytime of the day…even better.
I’ve been following Rick and his modalities for about nine months now. I find all his advice has greatly helped me. I’m grateful for his wealth of information and his generosity. He does a great job of sharing the latest research.
My hope is that Rick’s program will finally give me a solution to a pain free shoulder joint. Also, help many of my clients with the many persistent shoulder joint problems.
Thanks again,
Ana

I am a 42 year old father of 6, including 4 boys. I have lifted fairly regularly for the past 7 years with much greater intensity this year. About 6 months ago I developed pretty severe pain in my right shoulder which was diagnosed as arthritis. About 3 months ago I was diagnosed with rotator cuff tendinitis in my left shoulder which has severely impeded my ability to lift. Push ups are very difficult. In fact putting on and taking off a shirt or jacket is very painful. My boys are coming of lifting age and I would like to be able to show them proper technique so they can avoid injury. I am very eager to explore this approach. Thank you for the opportunity.

I was never given the requisite vaccines at childhood and was plagued with all sorts of diseases, except polio and small pox, and have ever since been physically underdeveloped and weak. At 14, I was diagnosed with strep throat and tonsillitis with susceptibility for rheumatic fever and rheumatoid arthritis with swelling in the joints of the knees, wrist, elbows and shoulders. Doctors advised me to refrain from all sorts of heavy exercise and put me on a daily prescription of penicillin antibiotics for 15 years. At the age of 29, I stopped my antibiotics and started strength training. I have never looked back. After 2 long years, I can squat one and a half times my bodyweight, my pre-arthritic knees are capable of performing single leg squats and my pre-arthritic wrist can close a COC No. 1.5 gripper, without setting it. However, my shoulders cannot keep up. I have been focusing on the One Arm Pushup, 40 Kg Turkish Getup, and Human Flag, for more than a year now but am progressing very slowly due to lack of shoulder strength development. After using Rick’s Fix Your Elbow Pain system, for the elbow pain I experienced, I have become a believer in the system of removing muscle imbalances as a requirement for achieving ideal posture and strength potential. Now at 31 years, with the Fix My Shoulder Pain system I will be able to complete my personal physical achievements which include the Human Flag, before I am too old.
Thanks

I’ve been dealing with shoulder pain intermittently for about a year. It is brought on and completely exacerbated by any sort of overhead throwing movement. This is bad news for me because it completely limits my ability to play sports and kills any chance I would have at making the baseball team at whatever college I decide to transfer to. I have been trying to address muscle imbalances that may have led up to my shoulder pains with no avail. I need some real guidance from an educated, professional corrective exercise/injury specialist and this program looks like it may be my ticket to finally diagnosing and correcting the problem. If that’s the case and I can play ball again, it would be a complete success and definitely improve my life.

enter me

Both my wife and I experience shoulder problems and pain interfering with our ability to both function and enjoy our retirement years. We would like to be able to do more!

Hi, I tore my supraspinatus during a football match final. Iv since had physio and massage, and my shoulder never seems to get better. I would love to win the prize so I can finally find out the secret to a pain free shoulder.

Much love

Would love to win a copy.

I am a personal trainer and a rehabilation specialist. I have had shoulder impingement in the past but with rehap and continual paying strict attention to form I have little or no pain on most days. I am one to always stay up on my continuing education and eager to continuing learning and helping my clients with the best information out there. I feel one can never learn too much and that all of us better be keeping up with information that is available to us. The shoulder joint is the most fragile and vunerable joint and by having your book I can continue to learn ways of helping my clients execute their movements. Bad form is all over the place, so anyone who receives one of these books will hopefully learn from it and be able to help themsevles as well as others. Thanks for offering such an excellent product!

I received poor training early in life that has really held me back athletically. I have had 2 shoulder surgies and still suffer from cronic pain. I’m 22 years old, a former wrestler and rugby player, an avid martial artist, and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu practitioner so my shoulders continue to take a beating on a nearly daily basis. I strongly believe your program would help to finally fix the years of damage and abuse my shoulders have suffered. Thanks for the opportunity.

I would leave a comment but my shoulders are too sore.

Please send me any free workout videos you have.

46 years old, retired from the US ARMY’s 82nd AIRBORNE, your welcome. Got nowhere with 20+ years of over training and was now making things happen with the 5×5 program. Two months ago I disocated my right shoulder racing dirt bikes. I did chip a bone in the rotor cup but it did not require surgery, so far. Rehab is only streching for now but I can’t even brush my teeth with my right hand yet. Please help me fix this.
Sincerely Greg

I have a 15 year old son who I like to play catch with on a regular basis. However every time I throw with him I throw out my arm. This probably has to do with pitching when I was a youngster. I played for 16 years. Back then we didn’t know any better and played with those type of injuries. The time I spend with my son is important to me and if I can’t throw with him its a sad day. I’m sure you guys can understand that. Also, when o throw out the arm it affects my training and puts a damper on progress. I could use this program to help me rehab the shoulder and make it stronger for the catch. Thanks guys!

Hi Rick, I’m 23 years old and for the past 6 years I have been having a weird shoulder problem. It started in high school weights, when I first got up to benching about 260lbs. What happens is I get numbness, tingling and pain throughout my entire arm from shoulder to fingertips. Mostly this happens while I sleep or when I wake up, I can’t even count how many times I’ve woken up in immense pain. I’ve talked to a few doctors about it and one just prescribed a handful of ibuprofen everyday… The other had an x-ray done, but we didn’t find anything in that. I’ve tried rotator cuff exercises and stretching, which seem to help a little. But the higher weight I bench press the more pain I have (btw my bench form is good). I have always wanted to bench my bodyweight; but right now I weigh 325 and can barely press 275 because every time I get near 300 I have to stop or slow down on account of the excruciating pain. I think your SR3 method can really save me because I seem to be in an endless pattern of shoulder pain that I can’t break without help.

Please send me a free copy. I am a 65 year old who lifts weights 3 to 4 times every week and could use more tips on keeping my shoukders healthy and strong. I really appreciated the tips you shared on the worst exercises, and fortunately I had avoided those mistakes due to previous trainer information. You guys are the best!

I was never a terribly strong guy. I spent a lot more time studying than being physically active, and I was always a sick skinny kid. When I was finishing college, I decided that I was finally going to turn my health around and get stronger. I started lifting, but a few months in, I had a rock climbing accident that tore my rotator cuff, putting a halt to benching, pressing, and other lifts engaging the shoulder. Six months of physical therapy haven’t done much, and I just want to get back to being healthy and active again.

Hi my name is Wayne Bogart i am 57 soon to be 58 Oct 22 and I have a serious impingement on my right shoulder I coach high school football freshman and pop Warner I also coach Little League I My shoulder has made it where I can’t even throw anymore and I need to to help out the kids more I have considered surgery but I don’t have any time between sports The one that suffers the most is my 13 yr old grandson whom I raising as I can’t even play catch anymore Thank You for your time

I am one of those people who consider looking good an important factor for a higher confidence level. Working out regularly provides me with that quality and for the past couple of years I’ve been denied my favourite thing in the world, i.e body building due to shoulder pain and injuries. I can’t say I’m the most deserving to get this copy, but this copy is the most important thing for me at this point of life when I’m 23 and feeling ever so low due to my shoulder. That’s all.
Thankyou.

Rick and Mike — I’m a PTA and work with sports enhancement program -always looking for new techniques to help with injured athletes and active individuals getting them back to play or workout and hopefully this will be very beneficial.

At age 60 I decided to get serious about competitive power lifting which prompted me to get your Critical Bench Program which has been a tremendous help. I started benching 180 lbs and now I’m at 250! However now the pain in my shoulders has caused me to hit a plateau and I need to find a cure so that I can reach my first goal of setting a new state record. Thanks for all the great tips I receive weekly in my email. I have found them useful in my training.
Barry Ryalls

I’m a personal trainer would help with my clients,.

I am 52 years of age and I love to lift weights, at my age I do not want to miss training days. I believe if I didn’t have to worry so much about pain in my shoulders my workouts would be more productive.

Several years ago (about 6) I was showing off for my wife on the bench press and used too much weight. I felt a “Pop” in my right shoulder, but kept showing off. What an idiot I was. I have gone to physical therapy several times since then, but have never regained full range of motion and experience pain on a daily basis. I work as a Police Officer and have five children I am trying to keep up with. This program will not give me a new shoulder, but will teach me how to make the best of what I have and build upon that.

I would love to win this. This will improve my shoulders alot.

I would benefit from this program because not only do I suffer from shoulder pain due to rotator cuff tears, but I also train clients with repeated dislocations as well as a client going through an entire shoulder replacement at only 35 years old. Knowledge is key and a comprehensive shoulder program like this would help me recover from the last nagging bit of shoulder pain I still have even after two years. I have been very successful with helping my clients avoid further dislocations since they started training with me, yet there are always more things we can do to help people even further and I would think I could still learn a lot from this program in that regard. My client having the shoulder replacement is new teritory for me so here, I need all the help I can get.

I need this programme…when I was 39 I constructed a 40 before 40 list of 40 things I wanted to do before I was 40. One of the things on that list was to do a trapeze course. Why it took me 39 yrs to discover Circus Space in London I do not know but hey….thank goodness for the list and I loved every second. My shoulder, however, did not love it so much and although I never had an ‘ouch, what was that’ moment, my clavicle ended up protruding out of my shoulder. I carried on lifting weights as normal as there was not much pain. But now, it’s like I have frozen shoulder syndrome and movement is limited. I really hope it will not need surgery and I swing from thinking I’m going to have to have an op to there’s nothing wrong and it will get better on its own. I’ve not trained for 12 weeks now and lost 3kg.
Please help.

I’m that type of person that always gives 110% at everything they do. I began excercising at a young age and continued to my late teens. I was giving my life to the sport I was in but had to quit when an accident during a game made my left shoulder unfit for any kind of activity. The doctors I visited said that there wasn’t much they could do so I was given painkillers for six months so that I could sleep properly. After that the pain was still there and the shoulder never really recovered. I tried to leave that part of my life behind me and shift my focus on making a career. A few years of an insane amount of work and study payed of but alas the success was short lived. One night my body gave after and I fell down unconcius on the floor. I had at that point burned out every last cell in my body and pushed it beyond the point of no return.

It took about six months of heavy medication for me to be able to spend time outside my apartment. Another three before I could taking longer walks and be able to be around people.
Now, three months after that, a year has passed and I can work again but the last year has been though on my body. I lost around 25 punds the first ten weeks due to my body not being able to keep any food down.

I would love to be able to run and excercise again to build up my strength and take care of myself properly. But my shoulder makes that hard since it just hurts as soon as I try to run or lift some weights.

My shoulder problem has greatly interfered with my workouts. I have tried everything I know to find a solutiont, but no luck. Therefore, I am looking for all the help I can get. Your program could be the answer.

If you coul please give my doctor a coy because I am not sure they know how to handle my shoulder . I think this woul give them a better idea

I have no way of knowing how this will fix my shoulder pain since I have not seen it!

The Fix My Shoulder Pain system would improve my quality of life by helping me to help my mother. She was diagnosed with colon cancer in 2007. Despite chemo and surgeries, she was still active and exercising (moderately) up until several months ago when shoulder pain caused her to stop exercising completely. Her oncologist encourages light exercise and there is no clear cause for the shoulder pain. Still, the pain persists. I’ve been a personal trainer for over a decade, but every trick, stretch, etc., that I know has failed to help for more than a day or two at most. I’m literally watching her waste away both physically and emotionally.

My mother feels so much better and is far more able to cope with her treatments when she stays somewhat active. It tears me up to watch her feeling so miserable. If I could help her with this nagging shoulder pain and help her to get moving again, not only would it help her to feel more able to fight this disease, it would help me to know that I’m doing all I can to help support her through this fight.

Hi Mike and Rick
I’m 19 years old and have been weight training for just over a year now. However, the problems I’ve had with my shoulders started before then. The first time it all went wrong was a field hockey injury which involved my shoulder (more specifically my AC joint). It actually moved my collar bone a little out of place. Regardless, I took very little time off from all my sport and got into weight training. It was at this point where my entire shoulder girdle began to act up, aching whenever I picked up my book bag, twisted around awkwardly or even, occassionally, lay down on it. I’ve had to cut some of my sessions short because of a shooting pain through my shoulder which rendered me useless. Fortunately, at this time, my shoulder is pain free due to a lot of changes (assuming nothing out of the ordinary happens), but I fear that it may come back as next season I will be playing sport again. One of my friends has also picked up a similar injury to the one I did. With your help I will be able to save him a lot of time and heart ache as well as maintain healthy shoulders for my sport.
Thanks, Mike

I hope I win! 🙂

At 70 I have resigned myself to the aches and pains that come with age. My right shoulder has been a problem for a few years and the MD’s seem to think that the only thing that will help is cortisone injections. I tried it twice and relief was very temporary.

I work out regularly, mostly using kettlebells. I have no problem pressing or snatching the bells, but some other exercises are painful and put me out of action for a few days if I try them.

I’m looking forward to trying your SR3 method.

Mike

I was the model of bad health for many years so Ibegan to exercise of and a year later I began to weight lift eventually making my finally deciding that I want to body build. I have learned many things, but I feel there is no such thing as limited knowledge my life. How can this program improve my life, simple.this program helps me to prevent and to help me with future injuries.

This program would help me improve my quality of life in so many ways both in and out of the gym. I have always been an active person and love playing sports with my friends/family, but it has been tough the last couple years. I can barely throw a baseball or football anymore without pain, and my shoulder flares up big time when I try and play basketball. Not only is my physical health suffering, my self esteem has gone down with it. I have always prided myself on my athletic ability and the majority of my friends were met through sports. Lifting weights was something I was good at and it made me happy to see myself progress and grow stronger. Ever since my shoulder injury, I’ve had to turn down pickup games, and I can’t work out with a partner because my exercise selection is so limited and nobody wants to lift conservatively like I have to. It’s a huge chunk of my social life that has essentially been blocked out. If I could get back to pain free workouts I know my happiness would skyrocket and I would be like a whole new man. If this program really can fix my shoulder pain, I would be the most grateful person on Earth.

I’m a young athlete that’s been training for roughly 3 years. Throughout those 3 years I’ve trained hard and have always looked for ways to improve my training. As of lately, I’ve had a nagging shoulder injury. I’m not sure whether it’s all those hard football hits or all the training that’s caused it. Your program seems like just the program I need in order to have a long and healthy lifting career. I wouldn’t want this little pain to become something serious. I would absolutely hate to stop lifting because of an injury. Lifting is my passion and I’d love to be able to do it for the rest of my life.

This system actually offers more ways to remain active. Makes one really become more aware of how movements and positioning are really important as well as not everyone can train the same but continue to gain strength. So many times injuries always get the required response of stay clear of activity or surgery will be your next option.
Extremely excited that there are answers for staying active and healthy!

I am a 44 y.o. father of two toddlers. I have had shoulder problems for about 15 years. Numerous cortisone shots, so many that I have lost count, MRI’s, and physical therapies later, still have shoulder pain. I need something so that i can keep up with my young boys without constant pain. Thanks for your consideration.

i confuse about everything and i dont like to injury any more but i try to move again as i need survive and start a familly life again also still i didnt decide to start as i know the first i should do my medicall in my sucses way

I have always been fat. Or well, at least I was until I was 18. Since I was a boy, I had a very hard time whenever i had to exercise. Partly because of my genetics, and partly because of my attitude towards exercising. I was always the guy that was picked last when forming teams in sports class. This was not only painful, but it caused my to have low self esteem.
Until one day, I got tired of it. I had had enough. I decided to make a change in my life, and started training at a boxing gym. This meant I would train with all I had every day until my body wouldn’t allow me to go on. This drastic change in mentality, had a n enormous effect over me. After just 6 months of boxing, I had an outstanding physical condition, and a lean body unlike ever before. My confidence was up, my self esteem was up, and I simply was enjoying everything a lot more. This is when I decided to start lifting weights, in order to make muscle and improve my boxing strength.

It was all going well, until it was too much. I don’t know if it was the intense boxing training, or the weight lifting (I had no instructor, since I couldn’t afford one). One day, my left shoulder just couldn’t take the stress anymore. I injured my rotator cuff severely. My doctor advised me against surgery, and recommended 6 months of physical therapy. When I finished, and the pain didn’t go away, I did another 3 months.

I am now 21 ( this happened when I was 18), and I still have pain in my shoulder every time I try to work out, and haven’t been able to box since then. I was just starting to feel great, to have amazing results, and to be healthy and happy with my body, and it was all gone in an instant.

Right now, y family is having a really tough time economically since my mom got breast cancer. Treatments are way to expensive and we can barely make it through. Receiving a copy of “Fix my shoulder pain system” would mean so much to me, because it would allow me to continue my journey of physical discipline, and the box training I yearn so much to do, specially during this tough times.

I am really looking forward to this program, keep up the good work Rick!

I have been suffering with shoulder and shoulder blade pain for more than 30 years. It came initially from a whiplash in a car accident. It is often debilitating, and interferes with my physical and mental well-being. I suffer from mild depression and the only thing that keeps me ‘normal’ is daily exercise, due to my shoulder problems this is often not possible and then lead to a vicious cycle of pain, and depression. You would literally save my life it your system worked to fix my shoulder pain.

Thanks

shoulders and the upper body seem weaker than our legs, due to the fact that we use legs to support our skeleton and movement. we also tend to neglect the upper body and certain weight lifting including bad lifting techniques lead to injury. How to train for that shoulder injury would be very useful, when lifting in good or bad posture everyday contributes towards that.

Great stuff!

Deal with the pain to relieve the shoulder pain:D

I have been doing cardio exercise for many years at the gym but I need to do more to lower my glucose. Resistance training is suppose to be very helpful too and so I’m diving in head first into resistance training. I have been doing it now for about 2 weeks. I am 54 years old and the old joints just ain’t what they used to be. I know from doing your quiz that there are some things I’m doing wrong. I would like to start out on the right foot and learn how to lift correctly. Looking forward to learning more. Thanks, Joe

I am 61 years old. A bench press of 315lbs. Thanks to Mikes Critical bench program. Going for 320 Monday. I have had consistent issues with both shoulders. Anyone who has had rotator cuff pain from lifting. Knows what I go through. Tried all things suggested from physical therapists. Pain always comes back. I love lifting and will do anything suggested to continue. My goal is a 400lb bench and beyond. Time and pain willing. Which I feel your program will solve. Pain free is music to my ears. I work hard at my training. And would take your program seriously. Take my request as serious, please Thank you for this chance.

I am 55 years old and I lift 3x week. I also am am amateur downhill mountain bike racer. I am limited in how much I can lift due to having 1 rotator cuff and bicep repaired and the same injury on the other side which has yet to be reapaired. I also have limited thoracic spine mobility. I would love to improve my strength and ROM so I can decrease the risk for injury and lessen the pain.

After 26 years in the fitness industry I’ve been lucky enough to learn from some of the best personal trainers, physical therapists, and strength coaches in the business. I’ve helped hundreds of people achieve their fitness goals. But my career almost came to an end a year ago due to a shoulder injury. I couldn’t lift my arms over my head. My girlfriend had to help me get my shirt off every night. Doctors told me surgery was my only option. I refused to allow things to end that way and chose to find a way to fix my problem without surgery. I have regained a full range of motion but lack my former strength levels and pain is nagging. Playing with my 3 boys causes pain. They know it and It makes them hesitant to ask me to play with them. So I’m turning to another expert looking for help. Rick’s knowledge is evident in his videos and I know he can help me not only get back to full strength, but help me prevent future injuries. I would love to tell everyone Rick’s videos saved my shoulder, my fitness career, and brought play time back to my boys.

I am 52 years old, a 28 veteran FIre Captain in So. Calif. , Unfortunately part of the career is that your body gets beaten up pretty bad. I have a disk bulge in L5 S1 which has fortunately improved but lately my rt. shoulder has been painful after some work outs. I am a critical bench and lean hybrid follower and both those work out programs have help me stay strong for my career and improve my quality of life. I believe the fix my shoulder pain program can improve my way of life in order to help me on my last few years of my career and beyond and help me avoid going under the knife like so many of my brother fire fighters have ended up having to get operated on. I am very discipline about my warm up routine, proper form, and cool down I am hoping to find the answer through your program. Thank you for this opportunity

I hv had a nagging rt shoulder pain, that seems to worsen when I don’t work out? Any thoughts?

I just turned 65, retired military and have had shoulder problems for the last thirty years. I’ve tried doing various remedial exercises, such as the stretch band attached to a door, range of motion, heat, etc. But one thing I rarely do is take pain killers due to the adverse side effects, except when in excruciating pain.

In May of this year, I started doing the Stronglifts 5×5 program and started out with much lighter weights in order to be in the correct form for each exercise. I’ve made excellent gains in strength in all areas except for bench presses and overhead military presses. Truthfully, any weight movement involving the shoulders hurts. In addition to the weights, I do a lot of heavy duty things on my property involving hand-mixing concrete, digging holes, etc. And the result is usually a very painful shoulder afterwards.

Your SR3 program looks very enticing and I’m excited to enter this contest as I desperately need something new that has a sound, physiological basis for healing. Reshaping the shoulder joint appears to be the right prescription.

Hi, Thank you for the opportunity to enter this competition. Winning this SR3 system would change my life in two ways. The first would be that I wake up at night with such a sore right shoulder. With the help of this system I could get a better night sleep and therefore I could do my job better. The second is that I am a kettlebell instructor and a lot of people have shoulder pain. With the SR3 system I could pay it forward and help other people as well. One of which is my brother whom has been to so many Drs over the past few years. I would love to be able to have the knowledge and skills to help him. Thank you for all your hard work in this field. Millions of people will benefit from your hard work.

I have been working out since I was 12 years old. I just turned 75, and am still working out – and still working.
I have not had many shoulder problems over the years, but in the past 3-4 years have been to an orthopedic surgeon twice (but never been operated on), and am currently having considerable pain in both shoulders.

I travel internationally (much of it pro bono) speaking to architects and engineers on how they can design better buildings, and to building owners and facility managers on how they can conserve energy and save money in their existing buildings.When I have to put my carry-on luggage up into the overhead luggage compartments, it gets pretty embarassing to have to ask a female flight attendant for help as I can’t raise my arms up with any type of weight and I don’t look anywhere near my age.

Having looked at the videos and read the bits of information you have posted, it looks as though your videos and information would be exactly what I am needing at this point in my life, especially since I’m planning on being around for another 30 years or so.

Thanks for your consideration.

I have been an active masters swimmer/triathlete for many years. My shoulders have been a challenge as a result of dislocation (surgically repaired) and a rotator cuff/labrum tear (repaired). I’m interested in learning more your approach to “reshaping the shoulder” as I suspect that this is the cause of continued shoulder issues. I feel that if I can reset the alignment and improve the tissue quality, I could achieve improved mobility. The end result would hopefully be pain free movement and sufficient endurance strength to allow me to continue to train and race.

I’ll tell you this, for years shoulder exercises were the best part of my gym routine. I loved ’em.

I took pride in how much I could shoulder press and doing weighted dips (lifting barbells 60% my by body weight). I’m not a big guy, barely 120 pounds… yet when I did those dips big dudes at the gym would stop and stare. I knew they couldn’t lift 60% of their weight even if their lives depended on it.

But hey, today whenever I hit the gym and it’s shoulder (or chest) day I get worried. It’s like I’m walking on ice…

…Trying to go it slow not to agitate my paining right shoulder. I’m not sure what caused the deep, lasting pain… maybe it was those incline presses, maybe those dips, maybe those heavy shoulder presses…

…all I know is that 2 years ago, I woke up one day with crazy pain in my shoulder!

It hasn’t gone away since.

I’ve been to 2 doctors. Nothing positive. One told me “You’ll have to live with it, you’re gonn’a have shoulder pain whenever you lift your arms up and that’s it”. The other doctor told me to relax. Too bad I believed him, I quit working out for nearly 18 months and it hadn’t helped me one bit.

In fact, it pissed me off more than anything.

I’ve been hitting the gym again on the Lean Hybrid System, I’m on week 5… just last week I stop to pause, I’m trying to see my shoulder muscle… hardly anything. This used to be pumpled like crazy before my injury. It used to bulge out of my shirt and give me a sleek fit look I can’t do without.

I wann’a get back in touch with my favorite muscle. My shoulders. I want to see it pumped again. I want to have the confidence to hit it like I used to. To take my shirt off, strike a shoulder pose and smile 🙂

M. Jamal

Aug 3, 2009 heart operation, Aug 7, 2009 Pacemaker/defibrillator implanted close to my left shoulder. Now both limited strength and intermittent pain occur. Am I a candidate for your program. In my youth I used to bench more than 200 pounds. Now at age 79, not so much.

ADVICE?

Just over 7 years ago (on my 27th birthday of all days) i was in a car accident. I was in a stationary car as a passenger, when a women who, was too busy texting while driving used our car as her brakes. i suffered with whiplash and hurt my shoulder. it took a little time for me to recover from the whiplash but the shouder pain stayed. Along with numbness in my shouder blade. i first tried physio. to which i was told after just 2 visits that the symptons and type of pain i was getting contradicted everything in the medical books and there was nothing else they could do for me (Thanks!) so after living with it for a bit i tried a chiropractor, this did nothing either. over the next few years i tried everything i could afford from massage, accupuncture, osteopathathy (this helped with some of the numbness, but not completely). in between all this i discovered weights. I fell in love straight away. Despite my shoulder pain, as i am not one to sit around and sulk about things. i got stuck in. over the years i had good and bad days. But just recently it has started getting bad again (i am currently using kinsio taping which does help to a degree) and on Monday of last week i was doing barbell shoulder presses 22kg and it didn’t feel quite right. As a resut of my stubborness i have now had to take a week off training as not only did i do my shoulder in, i hurt my neck as well. What a complete idiot i feel. i would love to have no shoulder pain at all as i have forgotten how “normal” feels Thanks Guys

I have a son that is a senior football player in high school and desires to play at the next level. He has already seen a surgeon concerning a shoulder injury and wants to be able to get bigger and stronger without the pain in his shoulder that has been hampering his workouts. Also, my wife has had shoulder issues that your program might just help. So, in other words, we could all benefit from your program

i will be away for the next 2 to 3 weeks so i can not follow your course. Real

Hello, I am a 17 year old male in high school, and I play Lacrosse and Football. About 5 months ago I got surgery for a partially torn rotator cuff, and a fully torn labrum. As a result of this injury I missed my two sports seasons and am doing everything I can to get back so I can be full speed this year. I love working out and really need to be pushing it hard to get myself competitive again. Lacrosse season starts in about three months and my shoulder is not in the condition it needs to be in to have a good season. After learning about this shoulder program I feel that it could be a very valuable asset in allowing me to continue to work out without damaging my shoulder.

Hi Rick!
I was introduced to you through my inbox…I receive emails from “Abs Blueprint” master Rusty Moore, and I’m so glad he passed along your site and great information.
Yes, I’ve experienced my own shoulder injury/pain, and have healed largely due to use of a foam roller and by intuitively making *some* of the changes that you explain so clearly in your videos…I say *some*, because you have some excellent points that aren’t necessarily intuitive (though they seem intuitive after you know them ;-)). I would definitely love to know your full system in order to make *sure* my shoulder injury stays healed, so that I can continue to surprise myself in new levels of fitness.
The reason I would be an excellent choice for a free copy of your full system is because of my circle of influence. For whatever reason, I seem to be a person that people come to for advice and help; on many topics, but particularly on fitness because I’ve made such visible changes physically in the past two years or so, and friends are now introducing other friends to me while saying, “Ask Deanna…she knows everything about exercise…more than your personal trainer, I promise!”
Wellllll I am wise enough not to actually think that (!!), but I do always gladly pass along the most recent things I’ve read or seen or experienced (overtraining, shoulder injury, “abs” advice!), and I am always more than thrilled to point people to the *TRUE* information that will actually work. I love that I *don’t* have special certification because then I’m not forced to subscribe to *anything* unless I really believe in it.
Rick, I love that you don’t ‘dumb down’ your explanations of physiology and the incredible complexity of our shoulder joints. I also love hearing that Winnipeg accent (“Yes, you do!”), because that’s where I was born.
Thank you for your information sharing so far, and greatest success to you as you help more and more people fix their shoulders!

look forward to using your product – free would be nice.

I have a torn rotator in the right shoulder and a earlier thrombposis in thre.left..

Both shoulders hurt affter doing some strenght trainig exercises witth smaller weights..

Hope you can help.

I’ve been suffering from shoulder pain for almost 40 years. In my early 20s I injured my left shoulder while playing racquetball. It was very painful when it happened but I didn’t think it was really important. Twice more within the next month, and I knew I had a problem. I was never into exercise and fitness, but I got enough of it in my daily activities. However, in the past five years I’ve noticed more of a problem. I am presently 65 years old and have twin six-year-old boys. As they grow older and weigh more I find that play and activities with them has become much more difficult. They want to go to the pool and be thrown around by daddy, but after about three throws my shoulder just can’t take that full lift anymore. Now they want to start playing T ball but because my of my shoulder injury I have a hard time throwing the ball with any accuracy, and when it comes to throwing overhand I never know where it’s going to go.
I’m getting desperate. I thought I just needed physical conditioning, but I’m afraid it’s too late. I can’t even do a good push-up now because there’s too much pain in my shoulder. If your program can turn around 43 years of misuse and disuse, I want it. But the fact is for my little boys, I need it. Their lives, and their memories of dad, demand the Fix My Shoulder Pain system.

I compete in a sport that tears up shoulders Highland Games we throw heavy weights around ranging from 16-24lbs stones 28-56lbs weights for distance and 56lbs over head 16-22lbs hammers plus the caber toss so in one day the shoulder can and will take alot of abuse. after competing my shoulder is sore fore the next few days. i am recovery from a shouldr injury. i want and need to understand how i can keep my shoulder healthy when i compete and when im lifting. i want and need to learn more about the workings of the shoulder from th do’s and donts of lifting to throwing to eveyday use of it.

I would love to learn exercises to get rid of my chronic shoulder pain!!
I’m always a bit skeptical about offers and claims like this!!
I hope I win a copy and I Really hope it works!!

I’m 45 years old and have been working out since high school and have been training brazilian jiu jitsu for the last several years. Over the last year, I developed shoulder injuries from improper training. Not only has it affected my ability to lift weights but now it’s limiting my ability to perform martial arts. Shoulder health, strength, and flexibility is important for sports and in for your daily life. I’m getting older and my injuries don’t heal up as fast and as well as in my youth. If I don’t start learning how to take care of my body, I might develop problems that will force me to change my way I live, not cool. Please help me take better care of shoulder while training so I may continue to train and lead the quality of life I’ve always wanted. Thanks.

Started working out again, 2 years ago. Have had shoulder pain in both shoulders off and on. Has limited my gains. I believe this program will help me do things the correct way.

Can’t do much with shoulder pain. Getting in the shoulder pain problem at this age, 50 years, more often. With the pain can’t do exercises or continue with the workout plan. Losing out being fit. If what you all telling is true and if that help me to fix the shoulder pain, then I can continue with my exercises or pick a workout plan and start doing it without pain and get in to a better physical fitness and stay healthy. Thanks for the offer. This will be a great help for people like me. Appreciate what you are doing.

There is a lot of information out there on how to fix this or how to fix that. The face is there is not a lot of correct information. I know from experience that the programs put out by Critical Bench are top notch. I have used the Critical Bench programs to increase my performance and those high school kids I coach. I believe “Fix My SHoulder Pain” program is needed to gain a better understanding of how to diagnose and correct those shoulder pains I experience daily from years of abuse. I need something to help keep me instep with the kids! I also believe it will help me create a better strength and conditioning program for my kids.

I am a Personal Trainer/Pilates Instructor working with a lot of people with shoulder problems. I have taken several shoulder courses such as the one from Rick, “Effective Rotator Cuff Exercise”, and postural assessment courses and can help my clients somewhat. I feel, that there is always a component missing to help my clients to gain full recovery from their shoulder pain. Personally, I am suffering of shoulder pain myself and am restricted in my workouts and R.O.M. I would love to win a copy of your “Fix my Shoulder pain System” as I want to serve my clients better and gain more knowledge. Sylvia

I workout out 3-5 times a week and train my high school football team. Unfortunatley, my shoulders are often in pain. Partially because of the thrashing they took from college football and, I am assuming, partially because of not properly training. Please help change my life forever! Give me the knowledge and tools to help fix my body and help me pass this wisdom on to the athletes I work with. Thank you!

Years of grappling and football have taken it out of my shoulders. The idea of reshaping and helping the shoulder area to reshape and repair itself seems intuitively superior to other methods. I’ve also tried everything else to minimal effect so I know that there is a limited use to mere stretching and strengthening.

Mike, my shoulders are in good shape, and at my age, I’m doing all I can to keep them that way. Unfortunately, the same cannot be said for my wife’s shoulders. I’m a personal trainer, but I have some degree of frustration due to inability to give her meaningful upper body work. Rotator cuff problems simply preclude the performance of even lightly resisted presses, and even weight assisted dips. From what I’ve seen and discussed with her medical evaluators, I think this program would be extremely valuable. I’d like to keep her as well structured as she was when we married. Okay, at least close.

I had sustained shoulder injuries training in martial arts in my mid 20s and as a result have had to have surgeries on both shoulders. One to repair a lose capsule joint (shoulder instability) and one to repair a torn labrum (repeated dislocations).

Since the surgeries my shoulders have not been the same and as result I have not been able to do any type of martial arts or weight training.

I have made several attempts to rehab the shoulders at various physio and athletic therapists with no success.

I’m hoping your program will give me some level of success and allow to me train as I had in the past.

I am 53 years old and I have been struggling with shoulder pain for years. I have learned from your expert as ice that some of my problem has been my form. I have been be nuking with my elbows back. Dropping my elbows has helped. My hope is to learn more so that I can continue to lift for years to come thanks

I’m 53 years old, and I’ve experienced pain to both shoulder for 12-15 years. When the pain reached the point I was having trouble raising my hands above my head to comb my hair, I finally went to the doctor. I was diagnosed with tendinitis in both shoulders and treated. The tendinitis was later determined to be work related so the treatment was covered, but I still had the pain re-occurring, which required more cortisone shots. I eventually had to stop activities such as softball, and I have to avoid certain exercises in the gym. I was recently diagnosed with a torn rotator cuff tear which the doctor says needs surgery.
I’d love to treat the underlying shoulder issues instead of continually treating the symptoms. I’d also like to avoid surgery, if possible, because I’ve been reading that the results are not always favorable.
Thanks for the opportunity for me or someone else to obtain this treatment program for free. It will make a huge differnce in the quality of life for the people you select.
Johnny Starling.

Very interested

Even just the free info you are able to get from these guys are able to help so many people it is jsut amazing.

Hey:) my name is Marius and I have had problems with my shoulders on and off for several years. Weight training is something I enjoy very much and hope that I can in the future be able to go into the gym with a smile, and not worry for how my shoulders are going to be. Especially, this last year, every day has been challenging because of limited movement and pain that comes easily. I hope your method will help me, and if so will be very grateful. Thank you!

I’m 59 years old and ‘just a mum’ keeping the family and house running and keeping pretty busy with all that. We live on a small property in the Adelaide Hills so there are plenty of outdoor activities which require shoulder strength. I’ve always been physically active but one day I was overdoing it and tore the rotator cuff in my left shoulder doing a simple thing like taking off my shirt that night before bed. I have suffered pain with that shoulder for well over 12 months, slowly recovering but never really getting the strength back in that shoulder again and still getting painful twinges if I do something suddenly. A couple of weeks ago our fruit trees needed pruning so outside I went with the secateurs and pruning saw. I managed to get the job done but because of having to have my shoulders above my head to do the work, I have since had problems with both my shoulders and I’ve noticed now my right shoulder has lost around 75 percent of its strength making me feel like an invalid.It’s so bad I have trouble lifting the sheet off me while lying in bed. I normally lead a pretty active life so I really need HELP PLEASE??

Pick me!

Hi,

I practice judo and lift weights for my strength training.

I had problem in my right shoulder for years, shoulder impigement.

steroid shots did not help and I really don’t want an operation.

your program would be something I will test happily.

Riccardo

I have torn tendons in both shoulders and am doing whatever I can do to avoid surgery. I have already had 2 surgeries this yesr for prostate cancer and non-Hongkins lymphoma and am trying to get a hip replacement so exercising my shoulders will do the trick for me. I played basketball 3-5 days per week until I was 53, need 2 stents in a heart artery at 52 and ran a marathon at 54. I am only 58, but the only sports I still participate in now are golf and occasionally tennis or bowling, but exercise is becoming much more important to me since I can no longer do the high impact sports I used to do to keep my weight down.

As I’ve gotton older (52) I have coninued to adjust my workouts, because of pain. Not only shoulder pain, but I’ve noticed basic shoulder and chest exercises do make the pain worse. I have learned in some cases it is just bad form, or trying to max out when I shouldn’t. (I’ve always tried to challenge myself sometimes passed my limits). When I first heard about this program it got my attention. Now I’m wondering if it might eliminate the pain I have. If I don’t have to take drugs, or stop working out, I can’t wait to give it a try! Thanks for the opportunity. I will definately use it! Kevin

I am 43 and have two great little boys who love to run jump and play. my right shoulder has been causing pain for nearly a year now. I’ve tried a few things to get it back to feeling good but so far none have worked. i want to be able to play with my boys and be pain free. your program sounds like it is just the thing i need. i would love to win one but if not I will be one of the first to place an order. Thanks for all the great info you’ve posted already. cheers Mark.

Just to think there cou8ld be something out there that could fix shoulder problems I have delt with over 50 years is a Godsend. I sure hope you guys are the real deal and not just out for the money. Money is tight but would not be an issue if this worked. I had my right shoulder disloacated over 50 years ago and have had pain and torture with is ever since. ZI have been to over 11 Drs and have tried many remidies with no help. The medical profession wants money and have not been able to help.. I have tried every kind of antiinflamatory and pain releaf medicine on the market. Done every treatment I could lay my hands on. Wall walking with my fingers streangthing, streatching. sometimes its better but never healed. The Drs say nothing is torn just to live with it. Well, I have been for over 50 years. I would love you guys if you could help with this. Don’t get to emmotional guys, I would do hugs. LOL

How do I think the Fix My Shoulder Pain system would improve your quality of life?
Gosh, I can’t thank you enough already for what you have done for me!!! Allowing us to view the “5 worst exercises for your shoulders & how to fix them” videos was just what I needed to see! I IMMEDIATLY corrected myself from doing those mistakes. I never would have known I was doing them wrong if it wasn’t for you. Then you gave us the 15-second trick for a pain free workout. I couldn’t wait to try it out the next day before my workout. I lifted my arms up toward the ceiling to see how straight I could get them. Not at all where they ought to be. When I grabed onto that bar and allowed my body to just hang, WOW did it feel so good in my chest and shoulders! I don’t think I felf that deep of a stretch in my chest and shoulders ever!
Now I want more! I can only imagine how much better my shoulder will feel. I may not be at the level of some of the comments I see below (Praise the Lord!), but with this system I am hoping I never will! I hope I may be one of those 20 lucky winners! Thank you again!

Hello, Rick: Your email and its offer to Fix My Shoulder Pain could not have come at a more opportune time. I serve in our Army and after years of parachuting, I expierenced a sharp pain at the M240B Machine Gun while getting the gun situated at the range. I ignored it, sucked it up, and continued soldiering. The next day I could not move my arm or hand behind the small of my back. The Army scheduled me for an MRI. It revealed a punctured bursa, impingement and tendonitis on the supraspinatus. I was then put on physical therapy. After three and half weeks, I reduced the pain. The orthopedist and the physical therapist cleared for my deployment to Afghanistan but warned me the risk of re-injury is greater if my right shoulder suffers any violent stability. They did not elaborate what that meant! Well,sir, here is the deal: I am deploying to a very “kinetic” region of southern Afghanistan where sudden bouts of violent attacks are very great and my life and those of my teammates depends on swift decisive action. I need your System and I need it now. I plan to use it to rehab myself and teach it to my Soldiers. Thank you. Very Respectfully, Master Sergeant Pat Sonti, 56th IBCT, SFAT, US ARMY.

I would like to win a copy of the Fix My Shoulder Pain due to the nagging shoulder pain that I have been experiencing since I injured my should in high school, 32 years ago. I have continued to be active in sports, working out in the gym and helping others with your sound workout strategies throughout my life, but over the last 4 or so years, my should pain has caused me to wake up during the night and also limit the exercises I can do in the gym. I believe this new system will allow me to strength my shoulder properly and start to live life without pain for the first time in decades. It would be great to be in the gym, pain-free, and show those young soliders here on base how through good clean work they can stay in shape and be just as active at 50 as they are at 25.

On Nov 13, 2011, while working out, I lost my balance and fell on my left side with my arm out. I ended up dislocating my shoulder. Six days later at 4 in the morning, I rolled over in bed and my arm went over my head and dislocated it again. After going thru PT for over 2 months, I had an MRI and it was discovered that I had torn the cartilage in my shoulder, so I had surgery on 2/28/12. I have done more PT and have gotten about 80% better, but still have some limitations and pain. Besides the PT that I know to do, I think I need something else to help me strengthen my arm & shoulder and get me the rest of the way.

I have been struggling wih shoulder pain for the last couple of years.
I have tried PT, kinesiotaping, ART, chiropractor treatments, rest, ice,
I went so see a biomechanics expert, acupuncture,…
You name it, I’ve tried it.
Bottom line: shoulder pain!
If your system works, ill be able to exercise pain free, I’ll be able to sleep better, I’ll be able to raise my arm and dry my hair without having to take breaks.
Your program sounds like a dream come true for me and I would live to be the one you use for future marketing:-)
Thanks

I want to win Fix My Shoulder Pain!

You’ve all heard of captain upper body, well I’d like you to introduce you all to captain legs, yours truly.
Two years ago I had a spectacular mountain bike accident resulting in a complete rotator cuff tear. The surgery helped to a degree but coupled with the fact I have rheaumatoid arthritis, I am left with a severly weakened and painful shoulder. My overhead press is limited to 77 lbs/35 kg and my bench is 132 lbs/60 kg which is dismal for a fella who hits the scales at 224 lbs/103 kg. So as you can imagine, I’m somewhat underdeveloped in the shoulder and chest area.
Contrast that with that fact I’m squatting 297 lbs/135 kg and you can see how lopsided my physique is and how appropriate the captain legs moniker is.
I’m not under any illusions that my shoulder will magically fix itself and ever be as strong as it was but I do desperately want to be able to improve my quality of life and gain something approaching full movement again.
Cheers
Jared

I was in good condition ,healthy ,happy then 2 years ago I was in a motorcycle accident .LIfe changed rapidlly.I broke my clavicle detached and shattered my wrist herniated 7 discs thruout my spine broke multiple sets of ribs and broke my pelvis leaving it difficult for me to walk. I had multiple surgeries to repair my shoulder and reattach my hand with pins and plates.After a short hospital and rehab i was released home .Unable to work I lost my job had problems with my social life and I was unable to workout as I did prior to the injury and gained 40 lbs.I am committed to get my life back in order.I am back lifting again but have alot of shoulder dysfunction.I would love to be able to clean my shoulder problems and live my life again healthy and pain free. I hope I have the o pportunity to win your shoulder program.Thank You.

Can’t wait to try this out, spec ops has really ruined my shoulder, and I can’t wait to return it to a pain free muscle

I am in the process of recovering from surgery on my left shoulder for a torn labrum. It has been extemely difficult, as I have a huge amount of scar tissue and still have yet t regain full range of motion. Have the same injury in right shoulder to a lesser extent. Want to make one last go of going in the master’s class for Push/Pull, but the recovery has been a huge set back. I am already still in the process of recovering from another of other injuries, including 2 surgeries on my right knee from a lifetime of damage. Less pain in any part of my body would be a delight right now, but I am simply looking for something to help keep me moving forward instead of getting so beat down I have to try yoga!

I am 66 years of age, very active and work out daily. I grew up on a working farm and spent some years as a ranch hand working cattle, bull riding for fun and breaking wild horses. I was a high school wrestler and football player. I spent 30+ years actively engaged in competitive Karate and Judo. I have spent my life engaged in extreme activities, including teaching many of these skill sets, in skydiving, off-trail skiing, mountain climbing (free and artificial aid), wild caving, whitewater rafting, etc. In other word, I have used up my joints with no regrets and I’m still going, albeit in some significant discomfort. Among my body’s many breaks, sprains and dislocations both shoulders have been dislocated at least twice and both have been operated on. Both collar bones were broken numerous times. Most serious from the shoulder point of view; 15 years ago my rt.shoulder, collar bone, clavacal,and upper arm, with all associated muscle, tendons and ligaments had to be reconstructed in a 4.5 hour surgery. My shoulders have significantly limited range of motion. I am knowledgeable regarding good lifting technique but as careful as I am I spend at least 50% of my time nursing shoulder pain. It is very limiting even with my high pain tolerance. Thank You

I have been having trouble with my right shoulder for the past two years. I have seen physical therapists, oesteopaths, chiropractitioners and finally a consultant surgeon. I have had MRI scans, x rays, injections into the shoulder, followed rest stretching and strength training routines and now I am told that it has to be an operation to shave away bone and possible cut a tendon. This seems crazy to me as all the scans and xrays showed nothing untoward. I am 58 with a lean athletic build. I have not been able to swim or surf for over 2 years so have recently taken up trail running to retain fitness. I work as a fitness specialist for people with mental health problems and I have to amend my routines so as not to further agravate my shoulder. Any advice or support would really be appreciated.

I’ve been pretty lucky during my 41 years when it comes to injuries related to sports/fitness. I’ve had the occasional sprained ankle, split lip, tweaked neck, and even a few broken noses, but nothing requiring indepth surgery and physical therapy. I’ve played a variety of sports, kept fitness as a “hobby” as I got older, and I’m lucky enough to have a career that still requires an annual test of my level of fitness. However, I have notice the ever growing creep of Father Time. It takes a little longer to get moving in the morning, my recovery periods are longer, and I have finally admitted to myself that I’m not invincible. What keeps me going on top of just wanting to be in decent shape is my two kiddos. Keeping up with them now, as well as staying healthy so that I can be around for a long time to see them grow up is huge to me. I’m still able to pick them both up, but due to years of weight lifting, with what I am now discovering we’re terrible exercises, I’ve notice the nagging pain in my shoulders. Sure, I’d love to get a free copy of this program so that I can keep working out. But I also see it as another step in making sure that I can enjoy being an active father with my children instead of just one of the dads who yells from the sidelines.

hope i win

Learning more about shoulder health, would not only benefit myself, but countless others as well. From my youth, I was a baseball pitcher, avid football weekender, and serious tennis player, and had my first experience with shoulder problems in my late twenties. Recently, having just turned 50, they have inhibited my activities and reduced my abilities to work directly with others as I would like. I have been a volunteer junior high football coach for a number of years, and am now a head coach and offensive coordinator. My desire is to not only get back to throwing regularly in practices, but to be able to coach the many young people I work with in proper strengthening techniques, giving them an opportunity to avoid the mistakes that I have made, so they may have many years of pain-free activity.

Hi, I injured my left knee while I was still in school playing rugby. I had 4 reconstructive surgeries on my anterior,posterior and medial liggement which was al completely torn off. Since then I started toe compete in bench press competitions and are doing well. I have an injury to left shoulder that kept me from competing the last year now. Just won’t heal completely. It also sometimes restrict me in my everyday movements like taking off an t-shirt or playingwith my son. I have tried different types of movements and resting it but the injury won’t go away. I am not prepared to have surgery on shoulder because off me experience with my knee operations( after 4 I am now due for knee replacement at age 35).
Thanks for developing an alternative with your system.

Regards
AJ

Well I am returning from a long gym vacation, more than four years. At this moment my training is on course and injury free, that is due to the fact that my routine is light weight (reconditioning phase). Once I finish this phase, the old, good and heavy compound exercises are next, this is the phase that is as likely as not to suffer a shoulder injury. So what harm can do The FMSP advice, if any at all? Perhaps FMSP would keep my shoulders safe as they currently are or in the possible event of an injury is going to help we walk through it. Having said that, the FMSP counseling should work either way. The free videos and explanations of proper -injury prevention- are full of common sense. Finally, is all about being able to keep training safe and healthy.

I’m a 61 year old active Martial Arts instructor. Both of my shoulders have been damaged from years of wrestling and workouts. I am 6 months into recovery from surgery on the right shoulder, 2 rotators the bicep and a couple of pins. The left shoulder is not as bad so no surgery on it but still hurts when working out. Physical therapy has helped with the right shoulder but doesn’t seem to be helping the left. I would like to get both shoulders useable again and I think your program would get me where I want to be. Thank you.

My name is josh, and I am currently 21 years old and married to my high school sweetheart. I have been preparing g for the RKC certification this February, so I could start teaching classes and eventually start my own business. However, both my shoulders have started to make it incredibly difficult to keep training at the intensity I need to. So much in fact that I am no longer looking to make this RKC. On top of this, we just found out we are excepting our first child this June. Even more reason to get my shoulders back to normal, so I can continue this adventure we call life 🙂

I work a lot with seniors and fit into that age category myself. So many of us have shoulder limitations either weakness or range of motion issues. Indeed it is rare to find a senior who either has not had or have some kind of shoulder pathology. I find this very challenging as a personal trainer and group fitness instructor. I myself find my range of motion is not what it used to be and would like to find a safe way to correct the problem.

I know for a fact this would change my life. A little background, I recently turned 46, and have. been battling shoulder pain probably the last 5 years. I have been to several doctors who tell me that with my previous injuries ( right shoulder dislocated twice) (left shoulder separated) that I should face the fact that I can’t workout anymore “BULLSHIT”. I have been to chiropractors nothing helped until I noticed that if I consicualy made an effort to keep my shoulder blades pulled down and back it helped a little. I still have quite a bit of pain when bench pressing or any kind of shoulder press as well as flyes or crossovers, but I didn’t quit as it is not in my nature. However the idea of being pain free sounds great. I quess what I’m saying here maybe I deserve to win for not being a quitter like most people.
Thanks, for your consideration
Mike

i am 65 yrs. old and still lift. last dec. i had congestive heart failure and almost died.ilost considerable strenghhhhhhhth after this episode.i returned to training as soon as i could. the day before i was hospitalized i benched a vervy easy 335. now 275 is hard. i also box squat, before the illness 500 was ok . i pause on the bench ,below parallel now my shoulders hurt and are very tight when i try to squat it hurts my front delts .it dosnt hurt mugh when i bench. my clock is runnlng out for any meaningful lifting.

I am a young cricketer from across the pond in the UK (17). I’ve got impingment,bicep tendontitis and a snapping scapula from too much bowling and bench pressing. I nodded too many times when i read your shoulder pain cycle email and I’ve tried too many rehab programs that have just not worked. I’ve currently resorted adapting my training e.g. doing floor press instead of bench etc. and continuing with exercises to strengthen scapula muscles. I’m trying to ignore but I’m slowing coming round to the fact that I will probably have these issues for the rest of my life.. I’m currently training to be a personal trainer and next year hope to go to university to become a physical therapist. Hopefully if your methods work i might be able to preach them to potential future clients. From what i’ve seen so far this looks pretty promising. All the best

Hey Guys.
I am 27 years old and about 10/12 months ago i receive in injury somehow in my front deltoid . I have no idea how it came it has just arrived. I have tried some rotator exercises but nothing will seem to fix it. I am finding it is seriously hindering my progress in strength training as my deadliest & squat fly way ahead with my bench lagging behind. It is also shown in any other kind of training i do as pain quickly shoots in my shoulder before any other factor makes me drops the weight. I feel with this awesome i could lift more for longer and make the upper body gains which have been a struggle recently. I am also always eager for knowledge. The knowledge that you offer here can help me in building a successful PT business as i will help me in preventing clients from getting shoulder pains that many of us suffer and also help them fix it. There is so much i can make the most & gain so much from this package and i think it would be a shame to not take advantage of it.

I should be selected to receive a free copy of your fix my shoulder pain system because I love to work out and it is important to me and my family that I remain in good health. I am a public school teacher and assistant football coach. I am the father of an active 5-year old daughter and need to be in great shape to keep up with her and be around and healthy as she grows. I have experienced some recurring shoulder pain and this pain has set me back in my workouts and my general conditioning. I don’t work out as frequently and I can’t move the weight I want to and need to because of this pain. The pain comes and goes and I have changed how I sleep and altered my exercise routine. I have eliminated some exercises and substituted some others. I have also done some work on the shoulders with a mixture of stretching and light weight rehabilitation exercise, but I don’t feel like I make enough progress on my own with the mess of information I find. I don’t need surgery I just need a different program that will help strengthen my shoulders, prevent additional injuries, and allow me to push myself in the weight room again. I hope your program will be the answer. Thank you for your consideration.

I have had shoulder pains for many years. I have often wondered if it is the way I work my shoulders.

I have dealt with shoulder pain for over 10 years now. I started strength training about 2 1/2 years ago and I feel sometimes my shoulder pain and limitations hold me back from reaching my full potential. At 46, I want to be in the best shape of my life and increase my strength so I can easily do “real” pushups and pullups. I believe if I was able to access the Fix my Shoulder Pain system, I could reach and exceed my fitness goals. It would thrill me to no end to have that happen, Thanks for your consideration!

Years of bilateral intermittent problems with both shoulders. Aggravated by exercise. Ortho said not surgical. Have been to 3 Chiropractors (2 of which had the same problem!), 3 Physical Therapists plus the Ortho doc who just said I’m not doing enough exercise with my shoulder. Exercise has always made it worse. Win it or buy it, I would like to continue serving my community in volunteer Search & Rescue and as a Registered Nurse PAIN FREE!

As a person who suffers with shoulder pain, I would love to be able to get back into weight training which I can not currently do. Being able to weight train would also improve my daily life as doing any heavy lifting hurts, even carrying a weight plate from the floor, to the rack! Although it is much improved, having the knowledge of how to improve the shoulder and train, pain free, would be amazing!

Also as I am half way through my personal training course, and as a young fitness instructor I need all the quality education I can get! Having the knowledge of how to prevent, and help ‘cure’ shoulder pain would majorly boost my client base, and give me clients for life!

However the most important this is to be able to give quality information to new gym users and exerciser’s when performing inductions and giving recommendations on exercises.

At age 61, through the years of probably abusing my “Body”, my right shoulder is so weak and painful in all positions, that after seeing the web message from Mike Westerdal, I feel that this is probably the best approach to having my shoulder recover. I have an associate at work, younger than I, that had surgery and it didn’t work out for him. He’s been in rehab for over a year and no good results. Even after making my final payments for my open heart surgery I had in mid March, if I don’t win a free copy of this program, or even a discounted one, I’ll find a way to round up the money to try it.

I am a 62 year old woman. After a long career in education and the social services, I decided to spend some time on myself. The last five years, I have become a gym rat and learned a lot about strength training. However, one obstacle has plagued me. My first year of training, I was encouraged by an impressive looking, but not so knowledgeable trainer to use a lot of weight on the gym machines. This was not a problem for my lower body, but being a novice, and being very determined, I soon tore some tissue in my right rotator cuff. Despite giving it time to heal, and backing off on weight, and subsequently finding terrific trainers who could help me maintain proper form, I still have pain in my right shoulder, in and out of the gym. I believe the Fix My Shoulder Pain system would help me develop more knowledge about how the shoulder works and moves so that I can finally break through this pain barrier to great strength. I watched one of Rick’s videos and was surprised that I still have a lot to learn about proper form. It would be so great to live without pain keeping from my goals.

As mother of young children and as a fitness instructor, I have made a lot of bad choices with my shoulders. Three years ago I damaged my shoulder so badly that I got complete frozen shoulder. I couldn’t move or sleep. I could not work. The pain was unbearable. The recovery was slow and left me afraid to do any shoulder training.

Fast forward to present day and I am still afraid to do certain movements that should be natural and pain-free. I remember the pain all too well and I do not have time for another shoulder injury.

Fix My Shoulder Pain would allow me to move forward without fear. It would enable me to strengthen my shoulders so I can avoid injury and get stronger for life. My other motivation for entering this contest is that my clientele, pre and postnatal women, are very vulnerable to shoulder injury. Between hypermobility of the joints and over use of the shoulders, new moms are at a higher risk for shoulder damage. I hope to learn new techniques for keeping my clients safe as well as improving the stability of their shoulder girdles.

I own a circuit training gym geared for individuals 40+ and this information is something that I can use on not only myself, but I could change the lives of many others who work out with us and do have some type of shoulder pain/issues. We pride ourselves on providing effective and useful information to out members and this would help so much!

I have suffered with shoulder and neck pain all my life. I fell as an infant and knocked my neck out of alignment. I also suffer from fibromyalgia and calcific tendinitis of my shoulders. I have been working out with a trainer but still live with pain everyday. I work as an X-ray Technologist and am constantly lifting and moving patients. Unfortunately patients today are a lot heavier than they used to be. I am looking for exercises I can do to help reduce the pain I suffer everyday. I am also hoping to find relief so I can stop taking pain relievers everday.

It would be great to have some help in getting past shoulder pain. Approximately a year ago I had to have an MRI of my left shoulder because it was hurting so bad. The doctor said that surgery was the only answer for the pain but I was very reluctant to have it because I felt that it could lead to more problems down the road. Then six months ago I tore the bicep tendon to my forearm in my right arm. After the surgery the arm had to be isolated in a sling for some time which resulted in extreme pain in my right shoulder. Through five months of physical therapy the range of motion is nearly back but with a lot of pain still. I was very active in lifting weights before the accident and am now trying to get back to it with great limitations due to the pain. I would love to see if your system could help me get back to the level I was at before the surgery. Thank you for your consideration.

One day last September I was on my last set of shoulder presses. As I was bringing the weight down to end my set I somehow rolled my right shoulder and it popped. Since then I have problems not only with my shoulder workouts / bench presses but, also with ordinary things like reaching to turn on a lamp. Though I never had it checked out I did have my chiropractor work on it. He agrees that I might have damaged my rotator cuff. Soon after that in December I was injured on my job. My right ankle busted up pretty bad and had to actually stay out of the gym for awhile. After having surgery back in May and going to rehab, I recently was able to return to the gym. I noticed even doing much lighter weight the weakness and pain in my shoulder seems to have gotten worse when I lift. Just to complete my workouts I really have to stretch my shoulder out before, during and after each set and sometimes have to shorten my workouts due to the pain.

I am really excited to try your system — I do believe it will help me relieve my shoulder pain.

Thanks,
Herb S.

I’m not sure if you allow extra entries, but I did get another email, so here goes.
I am at least 50 lbs overweight even though I workout at least 4 times a week. I cant work out as hard as I would like because my shoulders kill me. I am taking way to many NSADS an I need help.

Hello,
I would like to add that I enjoy all your information about shoulder pain. Is there a chance that in the future you will expand your attention to recovering from elbow/Bicep pain from a narrow grip on heavy low back squats that carry on to slightly narrow grip on bench and rows? I have noticed once the pain starts, stretching, ice, advil, rest and a wider grip are the things that mitigate the pain. Is there a way to protect this area or is a low bar squat too strenuous for me? Thanks.
Justin

I never win anything, but why not. O.K. I’m in.

At 52, I’ve gotten back into shape over the past year doing 5×5 strength training and running but shoulder pain is demotivating. On the bench I’m now stuck at 225 lbs. and the military press is also very difficult. I have to take 2 week breaks from the gym to relieve shoulder pain so I can sleep at night. I need a real solution that will allow me to continue lifting on a regular basis and progress with strength gains. Tired of the pain and solutions that don’t provide real long term benefits. I’m looking fowrard to your program!!

Are regular parallel dips bad like bench dips? I would think not if you only go down to parallel. Thanks.

I am a 22 year old college student who has an active lifting life style. Unfortunately, I was involved in a sporting accident that resulted in me needing surgery on my right shoulder. It has been a dream of mine to enlist into the military however, with my shoulder issue I will not be able to perform to the best of my ability and excel in my future career. I am currently restricted to doing only light overhead lifting movements and bench press variation movements. I feel that the Fix My Shoulder Pain system will improve the quality of my life by rehabilitating my shoulder from my recent operation. I believe with access to the Fix My Shoulder Pain system I will be able to perform my physical activities to the best of my abilities. The field that I am interested in being a part of is quite competitive, therefore the Fix My Shoulder Pain system will allow me to perform at my optimum level and better my chances in exceeding and being successful..

Wouldn’t I love to win this and get rid of my shoulder pain!

I haven’t had shoulder pain in over 10 years, not since I gave up competitive tennis. But this isn’t for me, it’s for all the people I train and will train in the future to protect or improve their health. I am a full-time trainer/coach and knowledge consumption is my second job. Guys I know the benefits of what you teach and have no doubt this new package will be in line with the rest of your work. I want my clients to experience this as well. I want my dads’ to be able to play ball with their kids or play a round with their buddies. I want my moms’ who can no longer run to continue to be able to swim pain free with a clean shoulder. I want my athletes to feel the way they need to, to perform at the highest level. There isn’t anyone in this industry that can be successful without this continuing education. Everyday we have to strive to learn more and I’m excited to go through this material whether I win it or not.

Thanks!
Mark

Hi,
My shoulder pain started when I was in my 20’s doing nautilus pullovers. A few years later doing a dumbbell pullover I heard a snap and felt a sharp pain, but noting happened so I guess it was just a temporary dislocation.
Ever since I cannot military press over 95#. My bench is stalled at 200 and I am 58 years old.
I went to the Dr about 2 years ago and got PRP prolotherapy done on my left shoulder. It felt pretty good for awhile but is now giving me problems again. I probably messed it up with bad form exercise. I can feel it when I do exercises contrary to the way your videos. I cannot throw a baseball very far due to sharp pain.
I think I need your help to fix this to the degree possible without surgery.

Years of weight training and 3 seperated shoulders due to hockey have left me with shoulder pain that sometimes makes it difficult for me to lift even my 18 month old son. I would like to know how to properly take care of my shoulders so that I will be able to play around with my boy and any future kids without shoulder problems. Thanks.

I hope to fix my shoulder pain and prevent further shoulder injuries in the future with your expertise.

After spending most of my youth as a competitive swimmer and rower, and the last ten years as a bodybuilder (I’m 38 now), my shoulders have finally had it. I love the notion of ‘bigger, stronger, faster’ and for as long as my body will let me, I want to excel in any and all physical challenges I engage in. Most of those, however, require pain-free, mobile shoulders that do not make a sound like crushing grass when I rotate them. Beyond that, I have young children that still want daddy to pick then up and hold them… usually for quite a while. I don’t claim to have greater ailments than any other individual looking to obtain this program, but I can promise that I would utulize it as fully as anyone.

Wassup fellas, I’m a 33 year old police officer in Chicago. I’ve kept myself in shape most of my adult life as I completed 6 years of military service as well. In the past few years I’ve decided to up my weight lifting game with decent results. My 1 rep max on bench press was 315 pound while weighing 175 at 5’8″ around 11% body fat. Recently though, my shoulder, especially my left shoulder have been giving me much pain. I fell off from the gym for a while, but it didn’t get much better. I’m struggling with 75lb dumbells. I stopped bench pressing all together. Some morning I feel like an old man upon waking up. I take fish oil and glucosamine chondroitin, but nothing works. My shoulder health is essential to my strength training and my strength training is extremely important to my job. Please help guys, Thanks!

I just keep getting shoulder pain, one for a while then the other so much that’s its difficult to sleep. And then in the daytime all sorts of movements , throwing a ball, putting on a jacket even patting someone on the back will cause sudden , stop right now pain. I want to cure it permanently. It really gets in the way!

With this many entries I doubt there’s much of a chance to win but without going into a lot of detail here’s the short story why I need this. Fifteen years ago I tore the rotator cuff in my non dominate shoulder bench pressing in a Super Stars contest. I had no surgery because it was my left shoulder and simply strengthened the muscles of the shoulder with specific exercises. Most of the pain subsided but the strength was never the same.

I’m a 66 year old weekend warrior, ex-coach and avid fitness nut who has played tournament racquetball for 30 years. About 8 months ago my dominate shoulder started giving me alot of pain. Playing through three hours of balls-to-the-wall racquetbll was painfull and recovery even worse. Thought I might have strained a muscle in the shoulder. Finally after months of playing through the pain I got to where I couldn’t put a belt on or tuck a shirtail in.

Fast forward to the x-rays, MRI and shoulder surgery. Four tears, two bone spurs removed and a shaved clavical for a joint impingment. Not to mention distal clavical arthritis. A rotator cuff tear, two labrum tears and a bicep tendon 80% torn and completely shredded. I’m 5 months removed surgery, have regained 99% motion but still have pain in the shoulder that restricts my workouts and RB playing. If this can expedite recovery, eliminate some of the discomfort and get a senior citizen back to norml activities then it would be a life savior. Unfortunately I’m on a restricted income and tight budget. It might also help my old non-dominate injured shoulder. Bet you’re glad I gave you the short version, huh? 🙂

Hi Rick & Mike. Your system sounds great and just what I have been searching for.
I am a Personal Trainer. All of my male clients are at least 40 years old, and every one of them has shoulder issues – some of them have issues they attribute to having played sports when they were younger; some of them are experiencing new pains – things they used to do without pain, now hurt. It seems crazy that every guy I know over 40 can’t raise their arms over their head without pain!
Some of them have gone to the doctor and physical therapy. Advice seems to always be the same – don’t do overhead presses, and do external & internal rotation exercises. I have followed a conservative program, but they are all frustrated, wanting to do more pressing (including bench), and less rotations. On their own, some of them do exercises they have been advised to avoid and then tell me their shoulders are sore when they come in to see me. “But,” they say, “they want to try”. I feel their frustration and would love to help.
Rick – I have already bought MIRU and I read your blogs & watch your videos as soon as you put them out. Thanks for all the great info. I look forward to this latest product. I’m confident that it will make me a better trainer and help my current & future clients!

Why could I use this program, I will tell you why. My wife & myself are both trainers with fifty plus years of wear & tear on our own bodies,we are trying to keep at bay. As well as clients coming to us wanting to work around shouder pain. we can & do use everything that we can find to help our clients as well as ourself this program looks like it would be a nice addition to our resources. Can you think of a better use?

Jeff Harris
2 X Fitness, Mesa,AZ

Mike and Rick:

In my 20’s I was a runner. In my 30’s I lifted weights…, badly. Way too much emphasis on bench (incline, decline and regular) and not enough back and shoulder work to balance it out. In my late 40’s I discovered Crossfit. Still though, no full range of motion in my shoulders, but enough to get by. Shortly after turning 50, I got sick and missed a I week of workouts (roughly 5 WOD’s). When I went back, the first pull-up I tried had me dropping from the bar in agony. I thought I had torn something. A PT friend got me in with an ortho and he said it was an unusual amount of arthritis, but nothing worse. Apparently, regular exercise kept the arthritis at bay, or at least bearable. The missed week allowed it to get out of hand.

Some TRX-style work on back strengthening has helped, but the “shortened” connective tissue in my chest and shoulders from years of wrong lifting still has my range of motion compromised. I am looking for a way to release my shoulders and get that movement back.

So, if you can help me out, I will be a willing test subject.

Thanks.

Doug Mann

I tore my bicep April 2011 jerking a kettlebell on a clean & press using too much weight. Prior to injury I did powerlifting and strength training for years doing the exact 5 worst shoulder exercises that you mentioned. I took a full year off from resistance weight training for P.T. The therapy didn’t do much except hurt my wallet. The only thing that worked was time. I started working out again this summer with the kettlebells at much lighter weight paying close attention to form. Have no pain in bicep but am feeling dull pain in shoulder exercises around rotator cuff area of same arm as bicep injury. I do hang from a pull-up bar before exercising but still have dull, nagging pain. I don’t know really what to do to avoid further damage in the future. I originally chose the kettlebells to strengthen the shoulders so as to not get injured since I’ve seen lots of close friends with shoulder injuries who can’t do hardly anything. I have little kids and want to be active with them as they grow. This program would greatly reduce my risk of seriously damaging my shoulders down the road and allow proper recovery from my achy shoulder that currently plagues me.

My shoulder pain has come and gone over the years. It seems that just when I get into a good weight-lifting routine my shoulders flare up and get in the way. If I try to muscle through the pain gets to the point of affecting all shoulder movement.
I would like to learn the way to make progress without having to stop for the pain. I’ll be 60 in January and don’t want to give up.

I fell on ice and landed hard on my left shoulder and neck about 20 years ago. I’ve been doing weight training for about a year and a half as a heavy, currently 62 year old woman who is loving getting stronger, younger, and more fit, and who is pretty consistently guessed as about 40. I don’t have the range of motion in my shoulder that I should, and there is some pain. My shoulders tend to be uneven, and it’s often hard to get my shoulder to align and for the nerves to fire properly, especially causing problems with my bench press and shoulder press, and god help me when I try Turkish get-ups! Outside the gym, I am a teacher, counselor and healer, working with a number of healing modalities including crosscultural sound healing with didgeridoo, Tibetan singing bowls, tuning forks, and voice. It is especially challenging to hold up and move a didg for such (powerful!) sound healing with a compromised shoulder, and as I travel more with my work, it is essential that I be in top form. I’m deeply committed to my service and work to assist as many people as possible, and work hard toward that end. (see some of my didgeridoos and hear sound samples on my website here – http://rubymala.com/content/music/instruments.htm )

Hello,

I think the Fix My Shoulder Pain system would improve my quality of life immensely. I have been suffering from pain and injury in my right shoulder for 6 months now, and it developed into a frozen shoulder 2 months ago. Now I’m undergoing an extremely painful (and lengthy I’m told) process of separating the adhesions to get my range of motion back.

I believe that my injury got this bad because I was not educated about the mechanics of the shoulder and had no idea whether or not what was being recommended to me by physiotherapists, massage therapists, osteopaths and even sports doctors was correct. I was ill advised at the beginning and did not look after my injury properly even with all of this qualified support.

I want to educate myself so that I can get back to health, and prevent further injury. Also, my left shoulder is beginning to hurt as well! I am a mother of 2 who works full time outside the home. I’m having difficulty coping with the pain and not being able to do things both at home and at work. In fact, at this point I can barely dress myself! I am a very motivated and curious person. If you give me the opportunity to use your system I promise I will use it as recommended.

Thank you so much for your consideration.

Sincerely,

Elaine

Hehe I laugh cause normally I wouldn’t answer anything on the web but this one touches home.
I just thought I would answer to give a good story.
I am into the martial arts and gym training since the age of 14.
One day I started getting serious in the gym workouts which I was a beginner in. Of course everyone had an idea of the things I can do on the machines and the types of exercises. Techniques were present but never was there any talk about posture and proper technique or how much you should be lifting.
So there I was 17 and doing anything anyone told me to. Well somehow, I am clueless to which exercises exactly but I have an idea (like behind the head pulldowns) messed up not only my shoulders but my upper back. At an age I can’t even remember when I started pulling the back (at a loss for the technical terms). When that happens, I am frozen can’t even bend my arms without a shout.
Well long story short, it happened at work while moving equipment, so I was elligeable for part-time workers compensation. I would go everyday for physiotherapy, accupunture, trigger therapy, active release, massage and some weight lifting for strengthening. I was so happy, I thought this is it, an answer. Finally I will be healed…
It helped with the pain but wasn’t the cure. I then started getting acusations that I was hangning around when not needing it. I would complain about the shoulders constently but they didn’t seem to care, so I left.
Then I thought, I been through every treatment I can think of but for the bones and it happened that I got something in the mail for rebated exam and stuff. I followed the program and I have to say it was the closest to relief I received. Now something around 5 years later after 2 years of constant chyropractique treatment I am not pulling the back as I was but the shoulder pains are still there. I am able to lift my arm to press the radio buttons in my car today without pain in my shoulders but when I do certain movements when training, it burns, pinches and just pain. Now I know alot of people would say stop the training but I’ve done that before too waiting for a time that they would heal but then months later I would start training and that same pain is back.
In the year 2000 I wanted such a change in my life, I did the body for life competition. Didn’T win of course since my shoulders were the burden the whole way through. I realized, you can train anything serious without impacting the shoulders. So the results were not that great but there was change none the less. I could see muscles in my legs, a bit in the back and I lost 35 cm around the waist in fat. That was awesome but still always felt bad that I couldn’t push as hard as I wanted to like the everyday, normal people around me.
Well to conclude, I still train today and dream of results. And yes shoulders are still a burden. I think it has to do with the back but then again I hasn’t found the key the building or repairing those muscles that are preventing me from a true transformation.

I enjoy hitting the gym and lifting heavy weight. I do it for many reasons, but the mainreason is quality of life. I want to maintain a healthy life style. Shoulder pain is the biggest single thing that keeps me from lifting 3 days a week. I have constant left shoulder pain on the back side, right in behind my rear delt. I have seen docs, they told me my shoulder is in good shape, with no tears.
I have read many articles and tried to apply what I have learned with mixed results. I am in need of a comprehensive shoulder program to help with my issues.
if this program works, I will have no problem recomending it to others I know with shoulder issues.
I also know my kids will be happy that I can continue to help them learn to play basketball.
I also would like to show my kids and his friends how to correctly lift, and how to recover from injuries.
Hope you consider me, I assure you I will follow the plan, and report on my progress.
Already feel improvements from the pullup bar hangs.
jeremy

I am 55 years old and push hard and heavy,sometimes the shoulders just give out or to much pain to lift.Ive tried that 15 second fix have been using it offf and on for years ,and your right it does wonders.Always looking for ways to get a little extra out of my exercises,and I think with this help and advice will help me achive my goals a lot faster pain free.

I’m a firefighter and ACE Peer Fitness Trainer at Central Pierce Fire and Rescue, the 3rd largest fire department in Washington state. All 5 of our trainers have just been FMS certified and performed the FMS on our entire department. We also partnered with a local University and DPT students to have a SFMA done on all of our members. One of the greatest deficits these assessments have identified among our firefighters, is poor shoulder health. We have a large percentage of our firefighters with a history of rotator cuff tendonitis and tears, labrum tears, impingement, a/c separations, and even more with just poor tissue quality and undiagnosed pain. The FMS identified numerous 0’s and 1’s on the SM test.
My job as an ACE PFT, is to ensure that our members possess the movement quality and fitness to perform their job safely and efficiently. Our goal is to provide a personalized program to each firefighter they can follow that focuses on their own movement and fitness deficits. I believe your product could be the “key” to improving all of the difficult shoulder issues we have identified throughout our department. Educating our trainers with your product would give us the tools needed to then educate our members, on how they can take an active role in their own shoulder health. It would provide us with a much needed “template” to fix what ails us. Improving our shoulder health will allow us to provide a better service to our citizens by allowing tax dollars to be spent on the fire and emergency medical services our community expects, and not on overtime incurred due to multiple firefighters being out injured from a preventable shoulder injury.

When I was in high school playing football, bench was always my worst lift. My squat and deadlift would go up every times, but it was always a struggle to add 5 pounds to the bar. This continued throughout my college career. Now that I’m out of school and no longer an athlete, I still lift weights because it’s my passion. However, something clicked and my bench finally went up. However, about 6 months ago during my off week, I woke up in the middle of the night with terrible shoulder pain. I was about to try 300 lbs for the first time in my life, and I was derailed by this and it was extremely frustrating because the shoulder pain wasn’t triggered by anything. I’m hoping this program can get me back on track and reach my goal of benching 300 lbs for the first time in my life

Motherhood is the hardest fun I’ve ever had. Pregnancy has, in particular, taken a huge toll on my body. After having my boys in 2005 and 2007, I knew that I wanted to put some serious effort into investing in myself and become the fit, active and fun mom that I wanted to be. Over the course of eighteen months, I was able to lose 130 pounds and reach my goal weight. The feelings of confidence and accomplishment that I received from reaching that goal were something that I had always wanted to share and inspire others. In 2010, I had decided to finally get my group and personal training certifications. Right around this time, I also found out that a new little person would once again be joining our family. With the difficulty of my pregnancies, I knew this meant that my other aspirations would have to wait for the time being. Since my daughter was born in August 2011, I have had nearly constant shoulder pain in one form or the other – due mostly to bi-lateral shoulder instability and shoulder impingement on both sides. As you can imagine, this has made working out challenging in all the wrong ways. I have a significant amount of baby weight that I need to lose and I still dream of encouraging and helping others toward their own fitness goals. The only thing stopping me is this shoulder pain! I began physical therapy in May of this year but that was derailed when we moved to Perth, Australia in June and the cost of physical therapy became too high. Thank you so much for your work and for making this kind of program available. It would literally change my life right now and, in turn help me to help others. Thanks so much!

Wow this is great! I’m looking forward to see what combination of exercises you guys put together. I try to keep up with all the workouts you put out!

i had a SLAP tear last december and just had surgery recently. haven’t been able to workout and fitness has been dropping super fast. also, i have upper X syndrome. left shoulder clicks like nobody’s business. and my scapular and shoulder range of motion is dumb.

i like the part about reshaping the shoulder joint into a pain free joint before the strengthening and stretching. makes a lot of sense. 🙂 really think this will work for me.

Hi Rick,

As a personal trainer and weight lifter keeping myself injury free is important! I’ve had problems with my shoulder on and off for the past 15 years. I’ve tried massage therapy, physio, self massage with therapy balls. Advil is my best friend! Initially I was sceptical of your emails, but I read through, listened to you speak and have tried out some of your recommendations – today I did the bar hang prior to and during my weight training session. My shoulder felt good during the workout and after!

I’d love to receive more info and tips from you Rick!

No “Big Long Story” here..

At age 47, wanted to get myself into shape and feel better not to mention, stronger.

I started out with no bloody clue where to begin, however, I was always pretty active and not over weight. But, I began my workouts with TOO MUCH weight.

That was that… Pain in right shoulder ever since! I still work out and am in pretty good shape. Just have learned to deal with the pain. Even sleeping hurts.. Very slowly it has been improving, a year later.

As a tennis teaching pro I suffer from shoulder injury for more than a year,I had to cancel to many lessons because of pain.It will be glad to rehab my shoulder to better feed my family and pay my dues again,as always thanks.

#1 injury to College Wrestlers is Shoulders. Being a Trainer I am always looking for any new information that cane help me and my athletes.

I’m rapidly approaching 60, with all the attendent concerns. Longevity is already pre-disposed in my family so I am looking to improve the quality of my later life. I already follow a fairly clean diet with weight lifting and running at the core of my plan. I am currently in law enforcement with several more years to go. After years of injurious sports activities I have great difficulty increasing the weight beyond a certain comfort zone which is extremely frustrating because I’m very competitive. I have experimented with different lifting stategies, lifting every other day, taking every third week off, stretching. strengthening, you name I’ve tried it. I just can’t get past a certain point As soon as I start increasing the weight, I spend sleepness nights and anxious days dealing with extreme shoulder discomfort that many would call pain. I am reasonalby sure there is something I can do, without resorting to surgery, that will help me succeeed. From viewing this forum, just before sitting down to write this, I was astounded to learn just how many others suffer similiarly. The number of writings here demonstrate just how many people have been victimized by lack of guidance, poor training, misinformation, and advertisement hype. I would very much like to aquire Rick’s program for myself, but rest assured it would be shared with any and all who would benefit from it.

For the last 10 years i have suffered with shoulder pain and have had 3 surgeries,1 on the right and 2 on the left. The last surgery was in december of 2011. All the surgeries were for rotator cuff and spurs. Although there has been a lot of pain relief and some restoration of motion, I am still struggling. I have tried many different programs but with limited results. If there is any chance your program can help, please enter me into the contest. I am approaching desperation. Thank you.

I am rather desparerate to find help for my shoulder pain. I have bone on bone and torn rotator cuff in left shoulder and the right shoulder is now getting to the same point too quickly.

The doctors have been suggesting reverse shoulder replacement for several years for the left shoulder and are beginning to suggest the same for the right. I am 76 years old, but my husband and I still have meetings, kids and grandkids to go see. We enjoy traveling and think we should do so as long as we can. So, I don’t want to take a year or more out of our lives for these surgeries, but day to day activities are becoming more difficult. I have had cortisone shots to no avail. I did have regenerative injection therapy done on each and it seemed to help briefly. I do exercises given to me, but am not sure if these are the most apporpriate.

I will very much appreciate your guidance. Thank you.

In 2000 and 2001 I was rear-ended and injured my neck and left shoulder. In 2002 I slipped on the bare wood outdoor stairs (which had no weather striping or grip on them) and landed on my backpack, on my left shoulder. I’ve been trying to keep it healthy since then, but still require graston technique to keep it mobile. I’ll try anything that will help.

Hope to win this, I have had shoulder issues since using. The. Farmers. Carry.

Hello guys! You offer so much for free it is hard to keep up with the contests! Fix my shoulder pain would be great for me because my own shoulder pain keeps coming back. Don’t you hate it when you go to physio, you go to massage, you do this, you do that…and whatever it is you’re trying to fix just comes back. I love the title. “Fix” it, gets it done!

After I retired from teaching and coaching my goal was to do master’s track meets. I wanted to throw the javelin. The first day I started throwing softballs to train my arm, I discovered I couldn’t throw without severe pain. I began doing exercises and seeing an orthapedic surgeon, who, thank goodness did not want to do surgery. We did physical therapy which helped a little, but never allowed me to throw. Now I came across this program and have for a week now, been hanging for 15 seconds, 4 times a day and think I already see improvement. My problem is not life limiting, but it is keeping me from doing something I have thought about for years befor my retirement. I this works, and I am able to throw the discus, or play catch with my grandchildren, it would be wonderful.

Pat Hauser

I’m 57 years old, been working out for 4 years now. Two years ago I lost part of my bicept doing shruggs on my left arm when my wrist straps gave way, since then I have to be selective of how I do certain exercises so I don’t favor my arm and sholder. Every so often I get a pain in my sholder for what ever the reason is.

I’ve had some bicep tendon pain for 6 months mostly related to my golf swing and need to fix it once and for all

I used to never lose a throwing contest .Baseball softball javelin it didn’t matter. Then one day

Been training for a few years (in my mid-40s not sure when that happened!), and have somehow managed to tweak out both of my shoulders. Had surgery on the left on about six years back, and it feels pretty good now. (Though it took several years for it to happen.)

Now the right one has been giving me fits for the last four or five months, and I am hoping to avoid getting surgery on it. (Being out of action for another year-plus like last time is NOT something I am looking forward to.)

I want to learn more about the shoulder because I have clients who’s shoulder pain will just not go away. I would like to rid them of the pain forever if I can and I feel this resource to be the one to help me do just that.

I’ve been working out and have been doing pretty well unconsciously modifying my workouts & lifestyle to avoid shoulder pain – that is, until I started dating someone and now there are certain things where limited mobility is unavoidably interfering; Spooning, couch-sharing, and some …uh… “intimate maneuvering”. Needless to say, we’d both love a copy of your FMSP system ASAP! :~) Thanks guys!

The Fix My Shoulder Pain system would improve your quality of life in many ways such as being pain free, increased mobility, increased stamina and I am sure more ways that I can think of right now. I need access to this information at this point in my life for I am a physical therapist/ massage therapist and I am starting to get really busy and doubt I can keep up the pace if I have to work with shoulder pain.

I’ve lived with shoulder pain for over 10 years. I would like to have another philosophy or rehabilitative protocol to incorporate into my knowledge base . Thank you for the opportunity !

I have lost the strength in my left shoulder. Here is the background n my injury. I work in a state prison. A call went over the radio that there was an assault involving a weapon. When I got to where it was happening, an inmate had stabbed another inmate and then a guard as he tried to slip back into the crowd. I grabbed him and we fought. In the process of keeping himunder control, we went to the ground. My shoulder was above my head and got stretched out and popped. I’ve had cortizone injections, but due to the rip in my rotator cuff, they only last a few days. My main problem is, I have lost strength in my shoulder to do bench presses or military presses. I’ve taken to mowing the lawn using my fathers self-propelled mower because it is easier on my shoulder. My daughter is the starting pitcher for our local high school softball team. Being her practice catcher leaves me unable to move my left arm (the one I use to catch) for about two days afterward stretching for located pitches and such. Also, it is harder to move, so I at times end up pelted with 65 mph fastballs, drops, etc. I’m 37 years old and used to lift 4 times a week. Now I can’t at all. My quality of life has declined, and I worry about what might happen at work if I need the strength and no longer have it against men who get to work out up to seven hours a day. Being able to get back to where I was would be wonderful. Thank you for the consideration, and I would be more than willing to testify/brag up the results of this program.

I feel I need the “fix my shoulder pain” system because simply, I have shoulder pain. I’m a high school athlete currently training my butt off. My bench is currently stuck at 175 and my shoulders pop like crazy. I practice good bench form (Dave tate’s form) and I do alot of rotator cuff, and rear delt work. My posture and back strength is up but my shoulders still pop and hurt. Your help would be appreciated greatly.

Between weight lifting, TRX, and kettle bells I am at risk of hurting my shoulders (among other body parts). I also have had C1 C2 &C3 out of alignment that has caused a nerve to be pinched that caused not only shoulder pain but also elbow pain. Knowledge is power and How to Fix my Shoulder Pain would be knowledge I need to fix and prevent future shoulder pain

I’ve been working out since I was a teenager and have done martial arts since the same time as well. My shoulders sound like popcorn whenever I do arm circles, so I am hoping that “fix my shoulders” will help with that. Rick was already able to provide great advice with the 5 videos about what exercises not to do, so I am sure this program will be very informative.

Hi Gentlemen, I am a 30 plus year practicing Chiropractor. I Love what I do. My practice consists of quite a mix of old/young, athletic/non-physical, hard working/sedentary , etc. My passion is to help people get and stay healthy…in order to be able to live their lives…How They Wish To Live It. So, being an avid trainer myself, I realize that just treating the symptoms is NOT the goal. The goal is to find the cause and aliviate it……permanently. That is why my eyes and ears are forever open to ways to help my Quest. I have followed you fellas for years now…and I love the way you think. God Bless You. Doc

Hi
I have had shoulder operation and still have lots of pain in that area. Iam 68 and need help’

The access to the fix my shouder system would hopefully benefit my wife and I in the one area that we have both had the most problems with, our shoulders. My wife and I are both in our mid fifties, she injured her shoulder when I almost lost her in a very bad bicycle accident about three years ago while training for the MS 150, an annual bike ride to support research for Multiple Sclerosis here in Jacksonville Florida. As for myself while serving in the army got my shoulder busted up in a hand to hand combat training exercise and even though both my wife and I had been through months of physical therapy we both have continuous problems with, ironically, our left shoulder. This effects much of our upper body workout and not knowing until you pointed it out just resently we were not doing exercises that help build and stengthten but ones that did more damage than good, thank you for that.

God Bless,
Andrew and Norma

It does not take 250 words to tell you I like many others have painful shoulders. Years of timber cutting, firefighting and bad gym techniques have caused it. One of the biggest causes being bench pressing with a smith type machine. I had worked up to 500 lbs presses when the shoulders said no this constant locked motion we are tired of.

I want to be honest but keep it simple. I could go on and on and try to make this sound eloquent and convincing but I prefer to just share my heart. I was 100 pounds overweight 2 years ago. In my weight loss journey I fell in love with fitness and changing lives who think there is no hope like I felt. I became a personal trainer at the beginning of 2012. I have suffered from shoulder pain for while now which I believe began through my very active days as a teenager and young man in my twenties. A very long story short is I am now able to help others in their weight loss journeys which is my passion but my shoulder pain really has begun to hinder me. I have a tough time demonstrating movements now. It really hinders my confidence and effects my training. I basically quit my full time job to pursue training and my passion and I am struggling financially building up my clientele. I cannot afford to purchase the program but it sure would change my life. Thank you for this opportunity to share and have a chance to win the program.

Be Blessed!

Phillip LaFon

I am a 53 year old strength & conditioning coach with a torn supraspinatus. I have continued to lift throughout the time of the injury, but it is getting worse despite work on rehabbing it. By getting this program, I will not only be able to help myself, but I will also be able to help my students and athletes with their shoulder issues and, hopefully, to prehab their shoulders to prevent injuries by adding your program to what I am already doing eith them. Thanks

I have been suffering right shoulder pain for the last 3 years. At 57 i guess it is just a part of getting old, but after watching rick videos of the 5 worst exercises i have eliminated right those exercises from my weight training program that a great deal of pain when doing it. I have hot and cold compress but the pain comes back when I’m back in the gym. Very much interested in the SR-3 method to ultimately eliminate this nagging shoulder pain.

I have been suffering right shoulder pain for the last 3 years. At 57 i guess it is just a part of getting old, but after watching rick videos of the 5 worst exercises i have eliminated right away those exercises from my weight training program that a great deal of pain when doing it. I have hot and cold compress but the pain comes back when I’m back in the gym. Very much interested in the SR-3 method to ultimately eliminate this nagging shoulder pain.

Why do I deserve to win this contest? I am a 23 year exercise science major, (future Masters degree in Kinesiology) and I love training and everythin about it. I enjoy training everyone, athletes is what I am mainly working with, college strength and conditioning and high athletes, but the probably is I have nagging shoulder injury that I have had for 5 years!!! 5 YEARS!!! When I first hurt it I went to a PT and it was a problem with my rotator cuff, after the PT it seemed to be fine, all was good again. A few months down the road from recieving PT, the nagging injury came back!! I have tried everything, it is not a pain where I need surgery, it it just annoying!! I can’t do any vertical pushes (no jerks or military press), no vertical pull downs (bye bye chin ups), I can’t even back squat becasue I don’t want to put load on my scapula or traps to irriatate the annoyance. The worst part is, I CAN”T DO ANY OLYMPIC LIFTS!! Olympic lifts were my favorite!!!! Now if I avoid all these movements, my shoulder feels pretty good most of the time, a little pinch or tightness here or there but man if this program could fix my nagging shoulder pain, you would have a customer for life and I would scream at the top of my lung for everyone and anyone to get this program, so please, help me get back to full strength! I missed my Olympic Lifts!!!

Have hurt for a number of years, in my front inside shoulder. Everytime I do any overhead press,
bench, side arms, or dips. Some times I cannot brush my teeth, or comb my hair (what I have left).
So I look forward to seeing what I can do to make my life better and more comfortable.

I have been suffering right shoulder pain for the last 3 years. At 57 i guess it is just a part of getting old, but after watching rick videos of the 5 worst exercises i have eliminated right away those exercises from my weight training program that gives me a great deal of pain when doing it. I have tried hot and cold compress but the pain comes back when I’m back in the gym. Very much interested in the SR-3 method to ultimately eliminate this nagging shoulder pain.

Hello, well I would really love to win this product. Because It’s something I won’t buy any time soon, as I am a struggling student. So I gotta to be in to win. My posture and shoulders are out of whack. They feel like they are going to dislocate from time to time. I go to a non-profit Olympic weight lifting gym. The annoying thing is that I am stronger than I am flexible to do these movements correctly (I’m working on it!) So I know this shoulder recovery system would really help to ease my shoulder pain, my right shoulder is achy and clicks. I am trying to save up the cash to get some osteopathy, acupuncture and chiropractic work done on me. This would be a great addition to my knowledge that I know I will use. Thanks for the opportunity to win this great product. Michael from Brisbane Australia.

Would love to win a copy and keep my aging body in best condition possible.

Hello Mike & Rick, Last year, after having an eye-opening health check I decided to really focus on strength and nutrition to get healthier. My cholesterol and triglycerides were high and I knew a change was necessary. At the same time I came across a motivational sports documentary called Pulling John that really changed my way of thinking. There was a statement made that hit me hard, “most men go through their entire lives without knowing how strong they can actually be.” I decided that I didn’t want to be one of those men. I started to focus more on the bench press, nutrition and my goal of weight and body fat % loss. On 11/18/11 I had a successful 1 rep max of 325lbs. Three months later on 2/17/12 I completed a 1 rep max of 350lbs. Right after that, I started experiencing significant pain in my left shoulder. As of today 10/14/12 my max is 360lbs with some pain, my body weight is down from 258 lbs to 240lbs and my bodyfat % has dropped over 10% in a year to 18.1%. I have been looking for information to fix my shoulder pain. My goal is to join the 400lb. bench press club at 40 years of age. I know I need the shoulder 100% and want to add Mike’s Critical Bench program to try to attain my health and bench press goals. Please consider my submission for the fix my shoulder pain system. Best Regards, Duane

I train hundreds of athletes each day. They play girls basketball, softball, and run track or cross country. If I won, then this information could be used to help 100’s of people.

Thanks,

Tim Casey

For about 10 years now I’ve had recurring pain in my left shoulder, going through a similar cycle to the one described by Mike/Rick. Over the years I’ve been to doctors and specialists; had various scans; undergone physio treatment, spent a lot of money, and so on. The pain currently is manageable, allowing me to exercise, but it continues to concern me – I would really love to get to a point where the pain is completely and permanently gone; where my left shoulder feels as good as my right. Many times I have felt discouraged, and decided I need to accept that I’ll have this shoulder problem for the rest of my life, and just need to deal with it as best I can. But hearing about this program gives me new hope that I may finally find what I’ve been looking for for so long.

I’m 71 years old. I’m a fencing coach and I still compete in age-group events despite a couple of heart attacks and general wear and tear. Resistance work has been part of my training for years. Two years ago, I increased the intensity during the spring run-up to the national championships. At some point, both shoulders were painful, to the point that I couldn’t straighten arms without pain. As you can imagine, this was a big handicap for someone trying to wield a sword. I cut back radically on the resistance work, got physical therapy, and the right arm is OK, so I can fence and coach. I still can’t straighten my left arm, though, and there is a lot of resistance work I just can’t do. I’m hoping that your system can help me get back to more complete training and the ability to avoid further injury.

I have been a bodyworker / massage therapist for 45+ years.

I have been working out seriously for 20 years, and became NASM-certified PT six years.

I have suffered numerous injuries to my shoulders from my professional as well as my private life, which has been more rough-and-tumble than most; Because my work is physically strenuous (and perhaps in part because I’m 61 now), everyday takes a toll on me. I wake up in pain and lie down in pain, every day, I also encounter a great many clients who suffer from shoulder problems running the gamut: stress, sports, lifting, collisions, accidental injuries of all sorts, and I share with them

Naturally, massage can only do so much: corrective exercise is essential, and I’m constantly looking for better tools with which to help myself and my clients shed pain and move with greater freedom. This keeps me functional and self-supporting on the one hand, and gives me both insight into and empathy for the struggles of my clients,

I am eagerly looking forward to seeing what Mike and Rick have developed!

In college I swam my freshmen year and then played and coached our water polo team the last three. I truly had a wonderful time, and I felt I was in the best shape of my life! Unfortunately I believe I overused or rather incorrectly used my shoulder muscles, and they have been painful ever since (over 20 years now)

I have tried many exercises, K tape, etc. with very little success.

I am looking forward to a program like this that will allow me to exercise as hard as I know I can, without my shoulders being the “weak link.

Sincerely, Charlie

First, dislocated my right shoulder at the national Sambo Championships as a youth. Came in second. Did not make the world championships in Moscow. After surgery and a lengthy rehab, I decided to become a physical therapist.

On Jan 16, 1999, driving to work I got into a accident driving to work. They lost me three times on the way to the hospital with no pulse no respiration. The ER docs told my wife and one year one I would not survive the night after severe traumatic brain injury and skulls fractures. Six days later the coma began to resolve. At first, the whole right side of my body had spastic paralysis. I had to learn to do everything again. How to eat. How to talk. How to talk. How to dress. How to walk. At first did not have enough strength to pick up my 1 year old son.

I had shoulder pain again. After intense rehab including physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, neuropsychology therapy, for one year and three days I was able to get back to,work as a physical therapist. My rehab also included plenty of strengthening and endurance exercise up to 3 hours daily.

Returning to the martial ways has given me a seperated A-C joint on the left and some some bulging discs in the cervical spine. Rib fractures from a side kick. While I was able to rehab myself from these injuries, I do occasionally have some shoulder pain and your series would give good insight. Plus, I could then share some of the wisdom with patients (and where to get it).

Thank you for your consideration,

David Beutel, PT

I am 41 and several months back I tore my rotator cuff on my left shoulder. During the process of trying to rehab my shoulder, I have learned that the form I have used for years on several different exercises is bad, yet I have always been told how good it is. I have corrected the form I use on several exercises and done physical therapy yet the shoulder still hurts. The surgeon I spoke with told me that it is a partial thickness tear and that there is a good chance it is not even big enough to repair.

I simply want to get back to my workouts…it’s the only hobby I have and really helps with stress relief. Now the stress seems to be building and I am not able to work it out like I used too…I NEED to fix this shoulder.

Thanks
Mike

My best friend, Ivan, dislocated his shoulder while serving his national service in the army which is mandatory for all Singapore males the moment they hit 18. As such, I would like to win this gift for him as he is unable to do much training as he always feels the pain in his shoulders. This could be my best gift to him for the wonderful friendship.

I have hope this program can provide me with the opportunity to restore my ability to throw baseballs with my two young sons. They love baseball and I hurt my shoulder doing decline bench pressing in the gym three years ago and it’s never been the same. I used to play a lot of tennis also with family and friends but had to give it up as pain would always come back. While I will probably never regain the bench press of old (325 lbs at 162 lbs.), I’d love to press a set of 8 reps of 225 lbs once again. At this point I can’t really attempt any weight over 185 lbs. without feeling uncomfortable stiffness in the right shoulder. At 53, I’m happy to still have my full range of motion but want the pain to go away.

Please help Rick, I will do whatever it takes…. Thanks.

Hi, I need this program because Im trying to gain muscle for basketball season but have unbearable shoulder pain that is hindering my progress. I saw and I know that it will fix my problem. Thanks so much!

I found Rick Kaselj by luck searching for a fix to my medial epicondylitis. The pain was getting so bad I could barely do any biceps or back exercises at the gym. I am a nurse practitioner, and searched Google for several days before finding Rick’s site. I entered my name in his email database and received an email about elbow pain just a few weeks later. Rick discussed the merits of stretching and exercising, but recommended active release techniques as the most beneficial for elbow pain. I had been stretching and doing corrective exercises, but had not tried active release techniques. I began applying direct pressure to the muscles and tendons most likely involved, while at the same time flexing my forearm muscles. The results were amazing! In just a few weeks time, the pain was practically gone!

Leave it to me to find a new way to limit my workouts. I started a chest day with some body weight dips, thinking I’d only do partials until I got warmed up. Big mistake! I probably went down too far, and should have warmed up with something easier first (or maybe just not do dips at all!). I felt a pain in my left shoulder at the bottom of a rep in my first set. This was almost a year ago, and I am still limited in my exercises. I eliminated exercises that are painful. I find that by not letting my elbox go back behind the level of my torso when pressing, and by not letting it go down below parallet when pressing above my head, and by eliminating certain exercises in favor of those less painful, I have been able to continue working out but my shoulder is definitely still painful if I’m not careful. I have a limited range of movement, and from reading up on what activates my pain, my best guess is that I initially suffered a SLAP tear which has only partially healed.

I have chronic lymphocytic leukemia and get “maintenance” chemotherapy, which both enables me to take rest breaks from my workouts but also limits me in other ways. I am really hoping to get back to dumbbell bench presses and dumbbell shoulder presses (right now I do both exercises on a machine to reduce my shoulder pain). Pick me guys! I definitely need the help! I will follow Rick’s advice completely if I win the “Fix My Shoulder Pain” system! Thanks for giving me your consideration!

Plain and simple Fix My Shoulder Pain System would definitely improve my quality of life because I have played football at each level High School, College and Pro. With the on field pounding and off field training have left my shoulders jacked up. At 250lbs playing the explosive position of linebacker, I was known as one of the hardest hitters. After the results of me not playing anymore, growing up at a time when exercise training wasn’t so advanced (elbows out wide leaving shoulder in terrible position for pressing) and several surgeries have led to inflexibility and weakness. If I had the advancements that athletes have today with prehab, mobility, activation, recovery and better technique I not only could have stayed off the surgeons table, but could still be playing. My shoulders always hurt and as a result I can’t bench heavy anymore. My goal is to not only get my shoulders healthy again but to regain 400lbs bench club membership and beyond. That is only possible with Fix My Shoulder Pain System because my shoulders is my bodies weak link and this system will put me on the right path to reinvent my shoulders.

Hi
Im subscriped to some training websites.Diesel is one of them.I benefit a lot from your videoes and tips.
I experience constant shoulder problem.Its been since 2 years now.
But I still train and looking solition for this.I watched recently vidoes about 5 not to do shoulder exercises,presented by Rick Kaselj.
I put his advice into my training and I’m starting getting less shoulder pain already.
So this pain free program will be very helpful for my shoulder pain.
This program is designed to explain the injuries,check the symptoms,find the problem,give exercises that will reshape my shoulder and give advice how to train hard and fully having still healthy shoulder.
Why it will work? Because Mike is very goid in teaching people how to train,even in distance through his website.
Any his partners like Rick are good and professional as well and he helped me already.
Im bit late hopefully I will get a copy.
Thanks Kristof

Rick, I believe in the work that you do and,find a glimmer of hope for us all who have chronic shoulder issues. I hurt my right shoulder surfing, as a longboarder, a 5’3″ woman has trouble pushing a 9 foot board under to duck dive,so you learn to turn turtle(flipping the board to protect you from the wave and then immediately flipping it back over) My shoulder has always flared up after the initial incident, even though i follow healing protocols,ice,and scapular stabilization etc, because I also teach a boxing class. Now many years on, I have found in conjunction with the scap.stabilization that rolling a racquetball right into my supraspinatus and sometimes biceps tendon helps it heal a little faster.BUT, theres got to be something else…. I always believe we are learning the body’s intracacies and healing systems each passing day and we are fortunate to have healers like yourself who dont just settle for the standards, but constantly question old protocols and, study correct movement patterns that involve fascial structures, and whole body connections. So I say keep bringing us that passion for information, i will greet it just as enthusiastically.

I am nearly 56 years old, a practicing family physician, and have been an avid fitness nut for about 8 years. Using a combination of circuit training, elliptical and other cardio exercises, and food journaling, I have managed to lose 30 pounds and lower my BMI to 24. I am in better shape than I was in high school! However, in the process, I sustained a partial tear of my right rotator cuff at the insertion of the supraspinatus. I have had the usual steroid injections and very good PT. I still feel the tendon click, but my pain is 75% better, and I can do nearly all that I want to do. I still awaken with pain each morning.

I would like to try FMSP to see if I can a) do WHATEVER I want at home, work, and the gym; b) have less pain; c) avoid surgery; and d) recommend you to my patients, many of whom develop RC tears and other shoulder injuries.

I’m not a big guy. I never have been. But my body has been my source of income since I was 17. I am 42 years old now and I have worked a physical job my entire life. I’m not super strong, but I am hard. I can do what I need to do. A few years ago, I injured my shoulders working hard and lifting more tahn I should have. Theyve never been the same since. I have had MRI’s on both and nothing is torn. The docs just say I am wearing out and over stressed them. I want them back. I need them back. My wife and two daughters rely on me to be the soul provider. If I don’t work, they don’t eat. I need my shoulders to quit hurting so I can rehabilitate them back. As of now, I am severly limited due to the shoulder pain. I follow Critical Benches website in my exercising and have actually increased my range of motion by listening to Mike and the others with their expertise. I need this series. I need my shoulders. Not for me, for my family.

During the big earthquake and tsunami in Japan I suffered bad injuries and my shoulders were really messed up. However, I counted my blessings and after rehabilitation went back to the gym- I followed instructions from the various trainers and even bought different American fitness magazines – however I still had shoulder pain. I then joined a yoga class thinking that would help but instead I made a bad situation worse. I then went to Osaka medical school but the advice given by the physiologist was no different than that from the gym. I realise people here including myself need to be re-educated about shoulder exercises- I blindly followed young trainers who through no fault of their own gave the wrong advice- I really want to get hold of the real information to help myself as well as others

I’ve been a therapeutic massage practitioner for 30 years and have previously had frozen shoulder on both sides, which I assumed had healed correctly. I try to stay flexible and strong by attending boot camp and swimming and going to the gym, with a focus on quality of movement. I have recently had an excruciating shoulder flare up that is not responding well to therapy or exercise. I also use nordic walking poles to assist taking the pressure off my knees, which have had 3 surgeries each, and I need my shoulder strength to be able to do so. This system looks like it would be a great benefit in rebalancing the structures so they work efficiently again. I look forward to being pain free, and being able to play freely with the grand children without worry of sudden injury. Thanks for the opportunity to be part of your contest. And congratulations to you as well!

This entry isn’t just about me, it’s about the 170+ people in my studio, the thousands that I influence and train online and the handful of trainers that I educate and lead. Yes, i’m a former bodybuilder and powerlifter with pretty serious nagging shoulder injuries and I could use this program in a big way. But, it’s more about being able to learn and utilize this information with those that are also under my care and influence. Having to refer out to hit or miss physical therapist that seem to be more interested in milking my clients insurance rather than going through practical and direct solutions is something I want to be in our past. This program won’t just help me, but it will help thousands of others by educating myself (and my trainers) on taking action to eliminate shoulder pain for my clients.

Hi Mike and Rick,
I dislocated my shoulder a year ago this month, and true to form, I gave that fall 110%! Two months after I dislocated it, I ended up with an MRI and arthroscopic surgery. Not only did I dislocate my shoulder, I tore off a third of the cartilage (it was just hanging out inside my shoulder), I had a bankart tear, as well as a bad Hill-Sachs fracture. Oh, and the bursitis they cleaned out was a bonus! 7 weeks in a sling, and a years worth of PT and OT, I am still on the mend. Range of motion is about 85% and strength is very slow to come back. I have been off work since my injury and lost my job in June due to my restrictions. In the midst of it all, I did finish my ISSA CFT and am now working on my cert in Exercise Therapy…..I am working on getting myself to the point of being the trainer I am certified to be! This shoulder program would benefit me and my future clients. Marie

When you consider that I have wrestled for close to eleven years of my life, you would be amazed at how many shoulder injuries I experienced. I have separated both shoulders several times. I have also pulled the frontal and posterior deltoid muscles to both shoulders. I have experienced a partial rotator cuff tear in my right shoulder. Further more, I have also separated the AC joint on my right shoulder. My AC separation was so bad you could actually stick your thumb between my clavicle and acromion. This past Thursday, I just finished my last physical therapy session for a labrum tear of my left shoulder.

From what you have just read, you have probably concluded that I have had more than my fair share of serious shoulder injuries. Obviously, I have made some bad training decisions in the past due to ignorance. Sadly those early years of training may have provided me with a poor foundation for my shoulder development.

However, from what I have read about “Fix my shoulder pain”, I should be able to analyze objectively the functional capacity of my shoulders. This in turn would allow me to design an appropriate shoulder routine taking into consideration my particular strengths and weaknesses in order to balance out my shoulder strength. At fifty years of age, I have nothing to lose but the chronic shoulder pain. I believe that the knowledge I would gain regarding proper shoulder function and training would be priceless. Knowing how to train more wisely and effectively would allow me to train well for many years to come!

I am a massage therapist in Illinois for 7years now. I repeatedly here about shoulder problems or past injuries. Every expert has an opinion, and medically my clients are told to have surgery, or are ignored because their pain does not show on x-ray, or a financial choice to make. They can live with it until unbearable, or face surgery. I am all about natural healing, and am limited in my scope of practice. I would love to be able to assist my clients. But also further their knowledge about their own bodies, and self-care. I am in awe whenever I read another interview or see another DVD.. I have so much to learn.

Because 70% of my clients gave shoulder pain.

Have some pain in left shoulders, adhesions in the right shoulder and tendency to arthritis in both.

I’m 35 years old, a fitness enthusiast and i have a arthrosis injury in my left should joint. All i get from the doctors is a “quit lifting weights for the rest of your life” and a prescription for endless physical therapy sessions to relief the pain, but i want more then this! So when Mike Westerdal launched in my inbox that free five videos on shoulder issues, i got really interested and hopeful about it! I would be able to do a lot of things again, so this is why i think that this program would improve my overall quality of life!

Hi Rick,
I’ve been working out on and off and in my early years, I worked out in a wrong way without much learning each excercies so my shoulder became painful during certain exercises. That was the main reason why I went on and off in my weightlifting. Since last year, I’ve started doing strength program which mainly focuses on big compound movements and this time I did a lot of research. So I’m not exacerbating my shoulder health anymore but sometimes I feel a minor discomfort or pain in my shoulder time to time as the weight goes up and my form becomes unstable.
Knowing what kind of shoulder problems I have and knowing what exercises to do would definitely help my life at this point. Thank you!

I’m sure I don’t deserve to win this anymore than anyone else but this is why I would like this program. I am only 31 years old and have nagging pain in my right shoulder. Now I haven’t been working out steadily long but I think 12 years of landscape installation and maintenance have reshaped my shoulders in a negative way. I would like this program so I may have many, many long years of weight lifting and plyometrics ahead me. I think,even if I don’t win a copy I will be purchasing one.

I have an injured shoulder since I jumped in a pool 8 years ago, at 41 years old and getting back to be in shape after a 10 year lay off I have been dealing with very bad pain after my workouts, knowledge is the only weapon you can use against it, how to train around it and how to fix things to make your workouts productive and pain free. Also being a husband a father of 3 and working night shifts make your life very stressful so having the knowledge is critical to succeed in my training efforts without additional injures or always having to skip workouts because shoulders need more time to recover.

I have pain on my shoulder by the inside bicep area. I’ve been told to avoid any push-up motion, raises and presses. There is an ultrasound scheduled on Nov. 13th and I’m praying its nothing serious requiring surgery. I’m 41 yes old. I just managed to lose 25 lbs in the last year; it’s the first time I feel sexy in 15 yrs. I would like to win this in order to help me get back into my workouts without pain, limitation or injury. Thanks for your time.

I am 54 and tried every thing you can think of maybe you can help.

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I just turned 46 this past week, I can honestly say I am in the best shape of my life. I have reached this point by spending time in the gym. I do have one big issue and that is the shoulder pain I have recently been having. It has impeeded my workouts and has caused me many sleepless nights critical for good growth and recovery. I have tried stretching, taking days off of the gym and a list of over the counter remedies, nothing to date has worked. I am affraid that this pain will totally derail my training and lead to a host of bad habits. As of late even the simplest of upper body exercises causes pain for days. I would love to get this information and will try anything including surgery if needed. Although if that can be delayed or stopped totally I would love it. For something needs to change right away the pain is unbarable.

Carlo Morando

Rick, mike,
I am 27. I have recently started lifting with a power lifting goal. Shortly after I hit a 335 bench my shoulders began giving me problems. I really want to compete next summer. If I were to have yourbook I am sure I could overcome my problems and become a powerlifter!

I really hope I can get a copy of your system and I hope it works for slightly old female shoulders trying to stay health and functional.

Hello,
I am a D.C. and am able to help others with shoulder pain and scapular stability. However, I have noticed since starting to work more that my dominant side shoulder does not stay in the centrated position and is beginning to be painful. I have tried doing the same exercises that help my own patients, however, I have so far been unable to do even the simplest exercises correctly. Every profession with repetitive motions has its own unique set of injuries and for chiropractic, the most common injury for the doctors is their shoulders. Every adjustment comes from an impingement position and carries a lot of force. I am very worried that without intervention I will continue to get worse and will at some point be forced to stop treating patients in order to fix myself. I am always interested in learning new information and especially interested in information that can help my own patients help themselves. Being able to help myself as well would be wonderful.

I’m not at risk of an injury…..I have one in infraspinatus.

Would like to know how to fix and keep shoulders healthy.

In 250 words or less explain how you think the Fix My Shoulder Pain system would improve your quality of life. Tell us why you need access to this information at this point in your life.

Hi Rick,

Thanks for the opportunity to get a complimentary copy, much appreciated! I’ve always been very active for most of my adult life: weightlifting, bicycling, hiking, kayaking, various sports & within the last few years, long distance backpacking. It’s been a few months since I last worked out regularly, due to some minor back pain & just plain working too much. I’ve been itching to get myself into a strict regimen of working out again, as that has always provided me with the most confidence & feeling good about myself in family, work & everyday life. My desire is to follow one of Jonathan & Steve’s programs, the X-centric Mass Workout, which I purchased recently, & I’m excited about & looking forward to it. My left shoulder has for a few years now been a concern of mine, though never exuding any real pain per se. A bit of discomfort has grown in intensity though as time goes on, so I’m very interested in learning more about how to reshape the shoulder area. I want to have the confidence that I can still ‘hit it hard’ in the gym & out. As I get older, almost 42, the need to stay in excellent condition becomes more apparent to me, especially knowing that my family & others depend on me. Thanks again for the chance & consideration!

~Steve H.

Injured my shoulder about 4 months ago during weight training session, have had to stay away from weights since. Just now getting back into some resistance training with some bodyweight exercises, but would like to get back into weight training. I was making good progress in my weight loss quest with the combination of weight training & cardio, but sorta kinda reached a plateau. I need some guidance so I can get back on track.

I would love to win! I am always dancing around funky shoulders —–skipping workouts or changing workouts—to avoid hurting them further. This would be a God-send!
Thanks!

Rick, to make a long story short, at 53 yrs and 20 yrs working production in a raw materials plant for a major tire company requiring repetitive physically demanding actions where you were not in the best of positions ergonomic wise. figure in high school sports, and weight training on and off for the last 35yrs to present, all without the kind of preventive info that is available by yourself and others. I’ve already learned alot just from your newsletters and emails since I also suffer tendinitos, bilateral epicondylitos, and ulna nerve reposition. so i really would be able to use your SR3 method to avoid surgery one day. although the wrist and elbow surgeries did help somewhat. Thanks in advance.

28 years ago I injured my shoulder while bench pressing. It’s been droopy ever since, has never looked the same as my other shoulder, and there are many exercises that cause me pain. This system could fix my shoulder and allow me to train productively for a change. Thank you.

Hi Rick,

First of all, I’d like to say “Thank you so much for all of your help.”
I recently became a Personal Trainer/Group Fitness Instructor.
Since the summer I have been teaching Spin, RIPPED and my
fave Boot Camp. I have also been working with Personal Training
clients.
I feel horrible because I used “Bench Dips” in my Boot Camp classes,
every other week.
When I saw your video “The Five Worst Shoulder Exercises”
I was VERY surprised, since I saw and participated in fellow PT’s
Boot Camp classes; who were also utilizing the “Bench Dips”.
I truly believed they were a good exercise for the Triceps.
I have noticed a few clients with rounded shoulders, and I truly hope
that I did not assist with this.
I will no longer add “Bench Dips” to my circuits.
Again, thank you VERY much.
I look forward to participating in one of your classes in the near
future.

Lori

My life will be improved 10 times over if I can improve my shoulder health and be able to reach new heights in training and sport. My left shoulder was dislocated in 2006 and since then has popped out more than 25 times (I stopped keeping count). I can’t afford surgery so I’ve been learning about safe/proper ways to train; however my performance is still affected by my injury. I can’t rock climb or surf because my shoulder will come out and I fear trying other activities. I can do other activities and lift heavy as long as I am really careful. I am about to graduate from college and I am in the process of getting a job, I probably won’t be able to have surgery until 2014, if I can improve my shoulder health now then I won’t have to be in a weak state until my surgery. This is how your program will help me and I appreciate you guys putting in the effort to create this product because I trust the information you provide.

I am 44 and have had nagging shoulder problems for years. It is mostly due to my military service and the particular beating that being an Airborne Ranger will inflict upon someone. I wound up with multiple herniated discs which required surgery and I needed to have both shoulders surgically decompressed. I used to be in fantastic shape, finishing 3rd in a local bodybuilding contest, before all the surgeries; but now, even after the 2 shoulder surgeries, I still have lots of pain when I do ANY upper body work. I would really like to get back into great shape and I hope that your program would provide the means to do that.

Thank you – Chad Keith

I’m 53. I started working out with my two sons, ages 19 and 15, when the 19 year old got home for the Summer from his first year of college about the first of May. He wants to be a college football coach and has been studying how to put together workout plans. The 15 year old is now in his 10th grade year of high school football. We had a wonderful Summer working out together with the 19 year old serving as our strength and conditioning coach. About halfway through the Summer my right shoulder started bothering me. I have been diagnosed with bicep tendonitis. It really cut into my working out with my sons but we kept at it. The 19 year old is back at college now but the 15 year old and I have been working out some. My shoulder does not bother me when I work out but it really bothers me later. I’ll wake up laying on it sometimes and when I do I just have to brace myself because I know it is going to HURT when I move. I would love to get rid of the pain but I would also really love to be able to enjoy working out with my sons again. Thanks.

Being An avid(hardheaded) athlete growing up took me to my first shoulder surgery at the age of 15 due to recurrent anterior dislocations from baseball. It got so bad that I was no longer able to raise my arm over my head to shag a fly ball without it subluxing and or dislocating. I was also a football player playing two sides of the ball at fullback in a (wingT) style offense and middle linebacker. Needless to say one play I went to make an interception and actually clotheslined a receiver dislocating my other shoulder. The problems that I had with my right eventually moved to my left and I needed another surgery the next year to stop to dislocations, this time they would happen during sleep(terrible way to wake your self up for school by the way). It is now almost Ten years later and still after surgery and rehab my shoulders limit my in every way in the gym. From getting depth on bench to squats to overhead presses, front shoulder raises, bicep curls, skull crushers and so on. I have had them looked at again and everything is still fine with the repairs but I have these lingering limitations That I need to get rid of in order to function without pain. I would really appreciate any help this program could offer. Thank you.