Psychological Barriers After Injury

LatinoBulk · Post by **LatinoBulk** » Thu Jan 08, 2026 2:30 am

How do you guys deal with the fear of re-injury when returning to heavy squats or deadlifts? The mental game is harder than the physical recovery.

RusTitan · Post by **RusTitan** » Thu Jan 08, 2026 3:50 am

Step by step. Don't look at the weight, look at the form.

BigRepNation88 · Post by **BigRepNation88** » Thu Jan 08, 2026 5:15 am

I use visualization. See yourself hitting the lift safely.

LatinoBulk · Post by **LatinoBulk** » Thu Jan 08, 2026 6:00 am

I find myself cutting depth short because I'm scared the back will pop again.

FrostFlex · Post by **FrostFlex** » Thu Jan 08, 2026 6:40 am

Maybe use a box for a while to build confidence?

manish · Post by **manish** » Thu Jan 08, 2026 7:45 am

Confidence is built on successful reps. Keep it light for longer.