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right arm bigger - 8/26/2006 5:01:45 AM

thisisvb

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Hi:

I'm facing a problem. My right upper arm (deltoid) is 0.25 inches bigger than my left.
same is the case with my (right) 'area just below the elbow' [sorry, don't know what it's called]. it is also 0.25 inches bigger than it's left counterpart.

I am new to weight training and for the past month I've just been using machines (pull down, chest, etc.) and simultaneous dumbbell curls (for my biceps). since everything is 'simultaneous', I figure while doing my work-out (eg: pull downs) my right part is more stronger and does about 60% of the work while the left does only 40% of the labour.
could this be the reason?

[btw, I do the same number of dumbbell curls for my right and left arm..and they are simultaneous as mentioned above]

what can I do to rectify this?? Is there a way to strap some weights to my right arm so it's harder for my right arm to lift..or should I continue doing my work-out with machines, etc. with my left arm for a while?

I'm really worried. please advise.

Thanks!

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RE: right arm bigger - 8/26/2006 8:30:59 AM

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yea i think u have the idea of whats wrong. that on the machine the stronger arm/leg does more of the work. just like u said with the 60% - 40%. try doin more DB lifts and make sure your form is good.

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RE: right arm bigger - 8/26/2006 11:44:43 AM

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dont worry about it everyone starts out with uneven strength. peoples dominant side can be up to 30% stronger than the nondominant side. after working out for a while itll even itself out

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RE: right arm bigger - 8/28/2006 9:30:56 PM

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My left arm has more flab around the bicep and tricep than my right. My right one looks sexier Smile

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RE: right arm bigger - 8/31/2006 1:21:59 PM

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Lol is it weird when your weaker arm is bigger then your strong arm?

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RE: right arm bigger - 8/31/2006 11:01:25 PM

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No, my left arm is .75" smaller than the right-but it always keeps up in terms of strength.
Size doesnt denote strength-to a point.

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