Back In The Saddle/Water Pumping
I started back pumping late last week after a 5 week layoff to address some bruising issues as well as to take a break from PE more generally.
I had a great first session. Kept the pressure low (about 4 hg) and the sets limited to 3 at 10 minutes. Very nice pump afterwards. No bruising but some minor capillary seepage that went away after a day. The next couple of workouts were more so-so in their results. I attribute that in part due to the fact that consecutive days workouts are almost never as good as the one following a rest day or period.
I tried water pumping for the first time last night. Felt very nice with a good pump afterwards and no fluid buildup. Pumping at a higher than normal pressure felt more comfortable and less risky than it would have without water. Expansion was good in the tube though I didn’t pack. I think that’s due to my long break and trying to build back to where I was before.
What are others’ views on water pumping and its benefits? I think it’s a tool I will keep in the box, though I don’t expect to turn to it exclusively.
My other question concerns the potential for water damage to the pump. I have an LA brass hand pump. Last night, I was careful not to draw in any water but a few droplets midgrated into the front part of the plastic tubing connecting to the pump. None got into the pump. I was able to shake out all but a few miniscule microdrops afterwards. But I wonder if long-term I might be risking moisture damage to the pump if I continue with the H2O sessions. Have others been down this path before? Any tips?
Tally
