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Unilateral Movements and Fixing Muscular Imbalances

I switched to unilateral movements recently in an attempt to fix my significant imbalance in my triceps. However, it seems to be worsening the issue.

notdunnlifting
notdunnlifting g Patrick Dunn
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2 Post(s) Gender: Male Goal: Gain Muscle Date Joined: March 3, 2017
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First off, some stats:

6' 3" 200lbs

Anywhere between 10-15% bodyfat, probably closer to 12 or 13.

Lifting for approximately two years.  One year with solid programming.

315x5 Squat - I was following texas method for a semester.  This was with strict powerlifting form with a very wide stance.  Probably not very healthy for my hips, so I am cutting back weight and shortening my squat stance.

340x5 Deadlift (touch and go)

Bench ?? (injury to right shoulder has lead to issues with programming pushing movements, especially any overhead movements)

 

I switched to unilateral movements recently in an attempt to fix my significant imbalance in my triceps.  My left lateral head is significantly larger and stronger than my right lateral head.  I will post a picture as soon as possible, but I am not currently home.  If any other physique photos are needed to provide advice just let me know.  I have been using unilateral movements for both chest and triceps as of late.  However, my left tricep is consistently sore, especially the lateral head, while my right tricep is never sore and still significantly smaller.  The only information I have been able to find on the subject is to "focus" on using my right tricep and to do unilateral movements.  I am doing both of these activities, and would greatly appreciate any advice.

 

My upperbody routine currently is:

Barbell rows 3-4 sets for 5-8 reps

Lat pulldowns 3-4 sets for 8-12 reps

Dumbbell Bench 3-4 sets 5-8 reps

Close grip dumbbell bench 8-12 reps

EZ Bar curls 2x10-15

Side lateral raises 2x10-15 

Some shoulder stabilization exercises that I am using in attempts to remedy my overhead pressing issues.

 

Any advice on how to fix this issue, or potential explanation of its cause, would be greatly appreciated. I am already using unilateral movements for all of my pushing exercises and stopping when my weaker arm is tired. Thanks for the help in advance!

notdunnlifting
notdunnlifting g Patrick Dunn
2 Post(s)
2 Post(s) Gender: Male Goal: Gain Muscle Date Joined: March 3, 2017
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Almost forgot to mention that I am trying to gain muscle and I complete this upperbody routine twice per week. I increase weight by 5-10 pounds once I complete three sets with eight reps. I then do four sets of five reps with the new weight, and increase reps and decrease sets until I am back to 3x8. Rinse and repeat.

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