Arm Pain? How to Prevent Tennis Elbow From Lifting Weights

Lateral epicondylitis, commonly known as “tennis elbow,” isn’t just for racket sports. It is a highly common injury among bodybuilders and powerlifters. It usually manifests as a burning pain on the outside of the elbow, specifically when gripping heavy weights tightly.

Why Does It Happen?

Gripping a heavy barbell forcefully engages the extensor muscles in your forearm. Over time, the repetitive stress causes micro-tears in the tendon where it attaches to the elbow.

The Fix:

• Adjust Your Grip: Stop squeezing the bar so tightly on pulling movements. Use lifting straps if necessary.
• Change Attachments: Straight bars lock your wrists into an unnatural position. Check our guide on cable tricep extensions with a rope vs a straight bar to see how a rope relieves joint pressure.
• Wear a Sleeve: A high-quality compression elbow sleeve provides immense heat to the joint, increasing blood flow and physically stabilizing the tendon during presses.
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