I Have a Hernia! (NOW WHAT?)

[@athleanx]

*NOTIFICATION SQUAD GIVEAWAY* - It’s back!! Alright guys, I’m giving away a complete 30 Day Workout program to 100 lucky clickers within the first hour this video is published! Remember, this is NOT THE FIRST 100, but those randomly selected within the first hour the video is published. Click the link to see if you’ve won. No strings attached! giveaway.athleanx.com/ytg/two-hernias If you don’t win, no worries, you’re not going away empty handed. Just be sure you have your notifications turned on so you can get to my next video quickly and try again. Good luck and thanks for being a loyal subscriber…

[@elpepe4088]

Zi

[@dionrexha5443]

Noti gang

[@martinponce2151]

Let's goooo

[@dcDreambuilder]

Interesting...

[@angelm9115]

Me

[@immersiveparadox]

I'm really scared of squatting & deadlifting now. Darn.

[@TheRealCaptainAwesome]

SAME! This freaked me out

[@TheKisj]

It's why when i do deadlifts i usually stay at a relatively low weight

[@rajhelude2747]

Yeah I am too scared from past 1 year when i studied about hernia but if you do squat, deadlift, bench press, barbell rows,etc. in good form with CONTROLED reps and weight (not that i am saying less weight, weight which you can handle) you will never get a hernia. Plus hernia is mostly related to abdominal walls so try strengthening the abdominal walls by including core exercises 3-4 times a week.

[@aleksalazic7962]

I will tell you right now, I have my second hernia for about 8 months now. Two things: First, it is up to genetics. If you have that inguinal area weak, it will probably happen at least one in a lifetime. Next, it would never happen if I did dragon flags how they should be done (squizing your butt). So inform yourself about the exercises you do, especially the ones that you intuitively know are maybe a little dangerous for hernia (like deadlifts) and only do them with the best possible form. But I want you to know, even if you get it it is not a big deal at all, just have to watch out a little. Cheers

[@TheKisj]

@@OMAR-vk9pi elaborate

[@leonardotorres2768]

Waiting for the "Right when I was planning on getting a hernia today, this man is a magician" comment.

[@mjkrh]

😂😂😂🤣

[@drakeborden2079]

Underrated comment

[@soulreaper1461]

LOL

[@Channel-ev8yb]

Yep, I’ve had pain for about a year now that just recently got worse I’m like 90% sure this is what it is

[@harmonicartist]

Nailed it

[@user-qg1qg2vi4c]

Dude this is unbelievable. The moment I have a feeling that I have hernia, you post this. This is amazing

[@hash-CCFF00]

did it turn out to be a hernia?

[@christianbest1562]

Think I have one too, been mindful of it while training and feel like I already know what I need to do thanks to this video.

[@motazjalloun2651]

As a General Surgeon , that have examined and operated on hernias before , I would like to say this is one of the best videos I have seen that explain this kind of pathology and will definitely use it as a reference for my patients. Just remember if you have a hernia , please be aware of the red flags like vomiting (because of intestinal obstruction by the hernia), changes in skin colour like redness , fever , and severe pain , please refer to a doctor and don’t wait , and always remember a hernia can be prevented by good constructive Trainning regiment that helps build your abdominal muscles and core strength. Train safely , train well ✋🏼.

[@gnosticari5498]

Motaz, do Surgeons who operate on hernias also operate on diastis recti?

[@mangofelipe]

Thanks @Motaz Jalloun for this comment. Do you see often patients having pain on the side of the repair but not in the inguinal canal where the repair was done but higher up, at the level of the bellybutton? I had the laparoscopic repair 4 weeks ago and still feel pain, not in the area of the repair, but higher in the abdomen. Any advice? Many thanks 🙏🏻

[@vishuvardhanreddy5970]

I have a single testicle I'm 22. I'm a beginner if I lift the heavyweights in the future any problems? How much weight should I lift?

[@vextract4662]

Thanks doc what did people do in the ancient days?

[@caribstu]

In 1996 I had an inguinal hernia in my left groin. Whilst awaiting surgery, I also developed a femoral hernia on the same side. When standing in the shower, I was literally having to cup my hand in my groin to stop either dropping out. Frquently I would have to push them back in. The pain was dull, like a serious ball ache when you've copped one in the nuts, but it was constant. Eventually i suffered a strangulated hernia, I collpased on the ground in agony and my entire body was trembling, I was rushed to hospital in an ambulance, and passed out from pain. As a former Rugby player, I've broken fingers, broken ribs, dislocated my shoulder, broken my nose, broken my ankle, and done the ACL. As well as concussions. Believe me when i say, a Strangulated hernia is the most painful thing you can imagine. When the consultant (surgeon) spoke to me, he said it was a standard procedure and they would be using a mesh. After surgery however, he said it had been far more complicated and took them an hour longer than expected. It was something I hoped I'd never have to go through again. Twelve years later i suffered an inguinal hernia in my right groin, but this time i did not wait and got it done immediately. Anyone who has a hernia, including you JEFF CAVALIER FROM ATHLEAN-X I would urge you to just go and get it sorted, don't mess around, because if that thing pops and strangulates it will be the biggest regret of your life not sorting it when you had the chance.

[@zippydoo9533]

Dude Jeff is so symmetrical he made sure he balanced It out by having hernias on both sides.

[@anyfightinggamezfine69]

Lmao nice

[@tehosdevs1727]

To avoid any muscular imbalances

[@Bonezz024]

Hahahah

[@nikolasoskic9006]

i have a hernia and was so terrified but this made my day ahahahhaahhah

[@huurair6523]

@@nikolasoskic9006 don't worry brother. I got one yesterday 😂 and honestly the Comments are soo wholsome it made my day. As if it's nothing to be afraid of. We will get through this.

[@budgetlifter]

Jeff talking: 😃 Jesse staring into my soul: 😳

[@josh_active]

Lmao fr 😂

[@matttheman9740]

He's definitely a lot better than he was a few years ago though

[@jcmclint]

Omg the pec tear footage randomly showing up again. Can’t escape it.

[@nonamernobrainer846]

FUCKING EVERYWHERE

[@DavidDonaldHo]

ikr.... aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa ha haaaaaaaa aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa the horror...

[@bourbongod7889]

I closed my eyes xD

[@clarencejanjimenez8397]

Blocked the screen as fast as i could, no way I’m watching that again

[@marvinjones4415]

First time seeing it. My retinas are scarred now

[@sharppye6471]

Whenever Jesse looks at the camera his eyes immediately looks through my soul.

[@TotalTuxedo]

Jesse looks like Waluigi

[@MorlinOfficial]

@@TotalTuxedo buff waluigi

[@krypton_-xw5oq]

As someone watching him for the first time, I relate

[@71ChuckNorris]

so right

[@-Zer0Dark-]

Dude I can't unsee it... 😳

[@DaGretschguy]

Had the mesh done in 2008, for a left side inguinal hernia and it failed a decade later, and then went to the Shouldice Hospital in Thornhill Ontario Canada and had great success-AND just had my right side repaired at Shouldice last week! Highly recommend that place!! Thx Jeff!

[@heramann6916]

Never thought an Athlean video would make me unconfortable but hearing about your guts spilling out certainly did for me.

[@titan3rd474]

Me too !

[@peagea1888]

Reality sucks

[@mixagames5425]

Trust me its worst when you see it on your stomach... Happened to me

[@titan3rd474]

@@mixagames5425 now i am really afraid to workout !

[@mixagames5425]

@@titan3rd474 nah dont be, just be smart about it. Honestlt wish i knew what a hernia was before i got it. It has been a month and a half since surgery and soon i should begin to train again. Although im swithink to calistenics, it's safer and more natural i guess.

[@grant9047]

Hey guys I just got my inguinal hernia repaired, just go to your doctor and get it done, I got laposcopic and it was just fine, nothing bad happen and I'm good to go now. Totally worth it to just get it repaired and move on with life.

[@VijayKumar-eh8bd]

Hi bro. Your hernia single side or double side

[@grant9047]

it was on my left side, don't worry, go get the surgery, they put you to sleep the whole time, it feels like one second went buy and you wake up and it's over and finished, recovery wasn't bad, I was walking the first and second day. I got it October 23rd of last year, now I lift weights at the gym no problem. @@VijayKumar-eh8bd

[@robinalston2479]

Is there a recovery time how long before you could walk or exercise?

[@grant9047]

@@VijayKumar-eh8bdsingle side but they can do both at once if you need it

[@grant9047]

@@robinalston2479so I could technically walk right after I just needed help, the next day I needed help to sit down on the toilet, by day 2 I could walk on my own. No lifting over 10 lbs for 6 weeks

[@approximateknowledge5577]

Jesse realizing he is essentially the stunt double :p

[@radezzientertainment501]

lol that's why Jeff needs him to keep getting bigger, so eventually we can't tell the difference!

[@EmptyHavok]

"it's not THAT small" 🤣🤣 This channel is the perfect blend of education and comedy

[@notafascist3171]

Tru

[@annasayaz3141]

We have already seen it so many times.

[@koladefemi602]

hey jeff. Are there exercises we can do to strengthen the abdominal walls and fix the hernia? For people that don't want the surgical solution.

[@anonymus7730]

Nop.

[@worstalentscout]

go search for George Hirst on youtube.............if it's a direct hernia -good chance of recovery without surgery

[@markdove8360]

No, it won't heal on its own like a cut on your finger.

[@anonymus7730]

@@markdove8360 cuts on fingers heal. Poor analogy.

[@jackh5760]

@@anonymus7730 I understood it. He's saying, unlike a cut on your finger, which will heal on its own, a hernia needs to be repaired.

[@dionshelby5494]

Guys, jeff is wearing only one ring. Somebody tell him he’s gonna get muscle imbalances in his fingers

[@abdullahdaone]

Fingers don’t have muscles

[@DreamGaming12]

@@abdullahdaone true

[@clickbaitpro]

@@abdullahdaone Tendon imbalance lol

[@trealsteve]

🤣

[@yourhomiejimy]

😂😂

[@MirkOoO97]

Jeff the kind of guy that eats all chewables in pairs just so he can exercise both sides of his mouth and not cause imbalances.

[@rasalghul9331]

Jeff probably thought about getting a hernia deliberately on the other side to have that same cosmic balance and symmetry

[@busygiraffe7003]

Jawzersize type shit

[@glgl1472]

Mirk that's a very funny line

[@ariavalentine4401]

Dude a few years ago I actually developed that imbalance, my right jaw got really chiseled cause I couldn't chew with my left teeth

[@Obipolt]

Jeff the kind of guy to take two Ds in so he can exercise both side of this mouth.

[@AdamMcGrath]

I'm planning on giving myself a hernia lifting the fridge later today. I'm just glad that I know how to do it now. And I'm also grateful that it was explained to me by such handsome gentlemen. This video has something for everybody!!! And I'm not questioning how I got here on KZbin at all.

[@devonrogers195]

Could you make a full in depth video of how to completely brace your core? I feel like there’s not enough information out there on all aspects of bracing like how to breath, bracing your pelvic floor, etc.

[@anweezie719]

The 22 Days to a Smaller waist video on this channel is EXACTLY what you are looking for. He explains it how to breath and brace your pelvic floor and a 22 day plan with progressive exercises to improve no matter where you are in your journey

[@togp3403]

Omar Isuf and Brian Alsruhe have incredible videos on this and they are probably more qualified on this topic than Jeff is (as they are much more focused on powerlifting/ strongman type training).

[@e.e.8589]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/mqWlaK1soZuIb9U

[@RetreatHell518]

Alan Thrall has a great guide.

[@jimi1is3king]

Jeff doesn't know, he's had two hernias

[@AKIHIMSELFSCHOOLOFMUSIC]

I am sure this guys has 100% view retention.

[@Voltanary]

Ab-solutely!!

[@anjanadaw6022]

@@Voltanary amazing

[@Everth97]

0% internal structures retention

[@ToxicMrSmith]

He doesn't. I stopped watching I'm only stoping by for a lack of a life anymore.

[@MS-dc2tt]

@@ToxicMrSmith same

[@jonathansugar4809]

As a physician, and one with my second hernia, I am impressed with the clarity, directness, and essential correctness (at least as I understand it) of this video. Thank you and congratulations. JAS

[@christophmunch4796]

"Don't get a hernia! It's KILLING YOUR GAINS!"

[@melodycentral0007]

Watching these videos just makes me want to lay in bed and not move a muscle

[@Nik-md4to]

That would result in FAR bigger problems than hernia

[@thelasttitan7196]

YEA LET'S DO THAT WITH A DIET COKE AND BAG OF DORITOS 👍⛓🛡⚔🤣

[@JamieFitzWindowCleaner]

I’ve been training with one for 7 years personally, never an issue… been doing BJJ & wrestling for nearly 2 years however and I’m noticing that is inflaming it a little, not unbearable but it twinges for a day or so after class. Would make sense though as there’s a LOT of abdominal pressure involved throwing people around, retaining guard, etc. Sick video mate 👍

[@ArkFreestyle]

Damn Jeff, you scared me. I thought you had your THIRD hernia and it was from single arm rows again! Stay safe bro.

[@lootwijk]

I got all cold when I saw the notification, thinking just that. Always expecting disaster.

[@cristinapodoreannu3458]

You are my hero! I've just been diagnosed 2 weeks with hernia. It's not critical, but I have to take care. I was afraid that I won't be able to workout as I did before. But your video put everything into perspective. Thank you very much for this video! You have the best fitness content that I've ever seen!!! You inspire me with my personal training activity! Wish you all the best!

[@shortfilmventures5780]

How are you now ?

[@matthiasgains1742]

Don’t try to stick it out with it… trust me I’ve had mine years and now I can’t eat food without puking it back up. Going to get it fixed asap but there is a wait nowdays

[@sTraPattone]

Can we just take a moment to appreciate Jeff's acting skills in the thumbnail?

[@AnubisDark]

Im just in my bed and its like my guts is now self aware after the video and they try to get out 😳

[@notsmooth4558]

LMAO SO TRUE

[@davidjenson7773]

Very helpful I’m 67 a Calisthenics athlete and discovered it yesterday no pain but freaked out my Front lever has never been better. When I weight training I will wear a belt going forward . Thank you again . David .Chicago

[@davidwitt5585]

Literally had to put my hand over the screen when he showed the pec tear. I can't see that again....ugh....traumatic.

[@theblackknight4295]

Which part?

[@L400-k7w]

Hahha same

[@davidwitt7522]

I did the same thing, instead put my phone down... you got my same name.crazy

[@davidwitt5585]

@@davidwitt7522 if I'm older, then you have my name 🤔

[@sarcasticj]

I kind of think it's fascinating

[@HALKVLOGS]

Athlean x the type of dude to make ripped dudes not wanna take their shirts off 🤫🤫⚠️

[@r.i.pyoutube6881]

He has balls more than 2 😂

[@robyescombe]

I’m on Day 3 of recovery. I’m already completely off pain medicine. Don’t be scared, friends. I’m 43, in good health but nothing special. I had a right side inguinal hernia mesh repair - and during my examination my surgeon detected a weakness on the left too, so he meshed that preemptively. All done in one operation, laparoscopically. My right hernia was slightly higher up compared to the average inguinal, I’m told, but I can’t say whether that really effected my comfort after the operation. Day 1 is rough - but not unbearable. No need to be worried. I didn’t even need the opioid painkillers. I stuck to a Tylenol + Aleve combo. Icing is a must. I did 20-30mins on/off for the first 2 days. Helped a lot. Remember to ice your balls too - they swell. I iced in bed right before sleeping, but didn’t do it again until the morning. I had help, but I kept ice packs in a small cooler by the couch, and in another small cooler by the bed for convenience anyway. Also, get up and walk around the room for a few of the 20mins phases when you’re not icing yourself - walking sooner rather than later has speeded up my recovery significantly. Seriously, do it Day 1. Diet is super important: you really, really don’t want to get constipated from the painkillers. So for 2 days BEFORE the operation, I ate vegan/vegetarian meals with high fiber. The afternoon/evening after my surgery, I only drank plain chicken broth (just liquid) with a little fiber powder in it, with salt and herbs, and a handful of saltine crackers. Felt SO GOOD after the pre-surgery fasting. Also has a nice dose of protein in it, which helps. Day 2, I upgraded to lentil soup with crackers and some peanut butter on wholewheat toast. Felt AMAZING. I read someone’s advice not to over-hydrate immediately after surgery until you’ve peed. Apparently there’s a risk of the bladder not waking up immediately after surgery, so by drinking too much too fast, they needed to go to the ER to get a catheter. So I did drink some water in the recovery room, but was cautious at home until I peed the first time. I started taking stool softeners the evening of the operation, and took them again in the morning and evening of Day 2. I also drank a cup of Smooth Move tea each day. Day 1, I lay down propped up when I wasn’t up and walking. Day 2, I made myself to sit in a regular chair to get myself ready to sit on the toilet. I had my first bowel movement in the evening of on Day 2, without giving myself an enema, thankfully. However, I had some home ones on hand just in case. Likewise, I had Milk of Magnesia on standby, but so far haven’t needed it. In short: hydration + lentil soup + stool softeners is a winner. I’m on Day 3 now. Trying not to get cocky, but I managed to shower fairly comfortably this morning and I’m off pain meds completely. A couple of other handy bits: I was very lucky: my surgeon gave me ‘mobile blood clot prevention’ things that are basically compression socks that have a little motor that squeezes your calf every minute or so. I wore them while I was sleeping and I think they’ve been a good addition. But even if you don’t get those, regular compression socks will also do the trick, no doubt. Also, after my intubation my throat was quite sore and I often had to cough, which is very painful. A throat numbing spray was a great help. If you have people taking care of you, make sure they take Covid tests and don’t have a regular cough/cold - you definitely don’t want to be coughing or sneezing during your recovery. And that’s everything so far! I was so grateful for the accounts and advice I found in places like this, so this is me thanking all you strangers and paying it forward. Truly, don’t be scared - it’s been nowhere near as bad as I feared - you can do it, friends! Power up!!

[@skap_attack]

This was a great video 🙏. If anyone in the comments is still feeling discouraged about the prospect of training through a hernia...I have had one since I was 20 years old when I was a junior in college. I am now 37. I was advised by a doctor about 10 years ago to get it fixed, but didn’t want to take that much time off of training. For the last 17 years managing the hernia, I have consistently worked out 5-7 days a week. As Jeff highlights in the video, you can become quite adept at techniques to protect it. Do not despair if you get one, there is still hope...

[@raymondhurtado6465]

So do you do squats or deadlifts?

[@geol5448]

thank you for that comment.

[@nickkostadinov]

Do you have kids?

[@mickcheck]

What techniques exactly?

[@mhmdcr]

thank u for the great comment, what exercises i should not play, and what is the techniques that i should have to use

[@jacobcline4536]

soo much squirming trying to watch this video. Hernia conversations always get me.

[@tuphdc8779]

same here

[@doctoralgy8186]

i'm squirming SO HARD gahhhhhh

[@rfl6340]

the chest one makes me not want to workout ever again

[@ChristianOspina]

So true these hernia videos have me scared to workout hard 😅

[@numba1ni]

Thank God, I thought I was the only one 😅

[@mattcox6605]

Naturally cured my inguinal hernia it can be done. Happened at 23 years old now 25 and fully cured. Train mma and work in gardening never wearing truss. Please stay positive and patient👽🎲🌅

[@FatenelHalaby]

How, I have inguinal Hernia and I am getting mesh repair and I am not feeling comfortable

[@falconheavy8937]

@@FatenelHalaby did you done laproscopy or open surgery

[@pholly]

I felt pain in that area so I thought about the exercises I was doing on that day and figured out what the culprit was and eliminated it, haven’t had any pain since. Don’t ignore pain, working out isn’t supposed to hurt.

[@andresrivera1094]

who was the culprit?

[@singhe101]

What was the exercise?

[@bliblablubb0712]

No pain, no gain! :=)

[@imraniqbal5059]

What was the exercises?

[@DevilDaRebel]

It’s not supposed to be sharp pain if anything.

[@damianekapanadze2309]

My grandpa had hernia for many years, and last year, when he was 88, he got the same surgery as Jeff. He is very happy.

[@TorquemadaTwist]

You tell him to go easy on the squats.

[@karelpasicnjek3200]

Belt not good advice bec it will increase pressure underneath!!

[@wadoshintoyoshin]

Thank you for the information & how thorough the explanation is. This happened to me.I need surgery. I watch you guys often.Good work & God bless you both!

[@chadstrong2325]

3 time hernia survivor right here. Two inguinals I named Larry and Curly and one hiatal - Moe of course.

[@cricketdoc101]

Mine cost $75,000.00 Walked into the hospital and walked out the same day! I'm 67 and I am back at it. Lifting and cardio. Your Moe has that hairdo? lol

[@Gnomesmusher]

@@cricketdoc101 Good god, why did it cost that much? I thought it would be 5k at the most.

[@flyingcolors96]

I’m shocked this many people get the reference.

[@gaurav_traveler]

God bless u Amazoing video

[@johnholmstrom4212]

@@cricketdoc101 I got Kang surgery done in Korea (one of the leading methods for repair) for literally $650 after insurance. Without insurance, about $2-3k... Why the heck did you opt for a $75k surgery???

[@sickcunt0692]

Tbh it comforts me knowing Jeff had a hernia and was able to overcome it.

[@JagdeepSingh-tm9fc]

Remember he's a mutant, we are not

[@mixagames5425]

I recently got it operated

[@danoyr93]

Overcome? He is an olímpic god xD

[@rattlesnake81]

Absolutely.

[@MyNaturalHerniaCure]

It's definitely possible. Been doing it for about six years. The key is not watchful waiting, but proactive intervention to counteract what contributes to getting the hernia in the first place.

[@paulmaster812]

As an med student who just had a test about hernias I gotta say this video explains the topic perfectly. Well done!

[@iwritechecksatthegrocerystore]

Are you still a med student or are you out there fixing hernias today? (I say this in.. half seriousness as I have a hernia surgery scheduled in about two weeks 😂👍🏼)

[@metabalkarbi9093]

وهل هذة التمارين تغنى عن العملية

[@666BIGBLOCK]

Jeff, Wondering why you didn’t get the 2nd hernia repaired. Was is post op pain level or the fact that you can’t train like you would like to during recovery ( or something else ) ??

[@Br4dSp34d]

I had a hernia repair 6 weeks ago and have been struggling to overcome the mental aspect of getting back to working out. This was incredibly helpful (as always). Great stuff Jeff!

[@THIS---GUY]

How do you feel? Could you give me some of your experience with the surgery and recovery? How many hernias did you have repaired? Mesh or suture?

[@Br4dSp34d]

@@THIS---GUY I'm feeling great overall, but I do still feel a small 'bump' under the area that will go away after a few months (I'm not sure if it's the internal stitches or something else). The surgery was very simple and I went home the same day. The first week or so I could really only walk around for the bathroom or food, but I felt a little better every day and I'd say I'm back to 100% now overall. I just had 1 inguinal hernia, mesh repaired

[@Saul-mv7dm]

@@Br4dSp34d Hey, I am about to do the same thing as you, how long did it take you to recover? Did you still having issues or can you do everything normally again?

[@Br4dSp34d]

@@Saul-mv7dm I'm back to normal. Occasionally I'll feel a slight twinge in the area if I overdo things, but correcting my form takes care of it pretty quickly. I just try to be mindful of keeping those muscles engaged as much as possible

[@061Hitachi]

@@Saul-mv7dm It depends on the type of surgery and your body. I did open surgery with mesh. 4 days at the hospital and I was barely able to move for 3 weeks. A month later I feel fine but I developed another hernia on the opposide side during sleep.

[@KEVIN-nf9oh]

This is hands down the most disturbing video on this channel and I still commend Jeff and Jessie for putting it out. Never knew my belt was literally holding my insides during DLs.

[@cb175s]

Now recovering from hernia surgery. No mesh Mesh has lots of potential problems. Never had surgery of any kind. It was simple and quick repair, the doctor was awesome. Not at all what I expected. Don't wait like me, get it fixed ASAP and get back to life. 👍❤️👍

[@Fvrid]

What type of repair did u get?

[@scottfaucett5747]

@@Fvrid tuck and stich without mesh. 👍👍 5 months later feeling good with occasional mild pain / discomfort.

[@Fvrid]

@@scottfaucett5747 I will definitely be looking into that I’ll be fine getting anything besides the mesh as I have also heard and read of the mesh leading to serous health problems later on

[@JohnQPublic345]

how long was surgery? did they give u a foley catheter?

[@MC-qj2zd]

@@scottfaucett5747what’s wrong with mesh? I’m thinking of getting it

[@dusc4]

Right when I was planning on getting a hernia today, this man is a magician

[@billytheweasel]

How did it go? I got the Desarda Repair.

[@marufrahmandigital]

All fun and games until you actually end up getting it.

[@alexab200926]

Lol Jeff! Alex here and I had an hernia issue. Additionally I had mailed you about it previously. So this was funny and helpful at the same time.

[@Bolinas1906]

Hi, I was googling "arm exercise you can do with an inguinal hernia" and your informative video came up. I am a 57 year old , runner/athletic woman who had inguinal hernia surgery in December of last year. Like you I did get back to training pretty soon after my surgery however, all under the guidance of my surgeon and a PT . Unfortunately, 9 months later, I have just been diagnosed with not but one but three hernias-one where my original once was and now two small ones on my other side. I will be consulting with a surgeon in 4 days ( a different surgeon). I was told by my PCP not to lift more than 10lbs until my consult . Do you have any arm exercises that recommend that are safe until my surgery? I have 10lb weights and bands. Thank you, Gaby

[@garzahs]

I wish my doctor would have shown me this video to understand what I had going on.

[@XavierArquette]

I'm training abs and its hurting near the same area as Jeff mentioned...can it be early signs of a hernia?... can doing abs actually cause hernia..pls help

[@kashjunkey]

Doubt it tbh I’m pretty sure you only get it when lifting heavy shit. But don’t take my word

[@arshiadehghan2187]

I think it’s because you are holding your breath when you train your abs for instance when you bring your legs up u should breathe out

[@XavierArquette]

@@kashjunkey i'm training at home bro😁 and im only doing bodyweight exercises currently

[@insanomonkey]

I had the exact same thing from doing ab leg raises, it's called a sports hernia (it's not technically a hernia through, look it up). Mine still hurts after 5 months, but just be smart about your workouts.

[@krippaxxuseredarlordofthes9940]

There should be more awareness of weightlifting belts potentially causing hernias. I have equipped mine too tight and it lead to sudden hernia. I remember the bottom abdominal pressure was insane. Without a belt i would never get to those levels. Fml

[@dougsims2353]

That happened to me when I turned 50. Got surgery, that was 4 years ago. Still training and have never looked better

[@histlechif4901]

Seeing all of these commens from people who also got hernia and were able to go back to weightlifting is extremely encouraging. I'm 18 and just got a hernia, I hope my recovery goes smoothly.

[@benwalsham8896]

@@histlechif4901 I'm 17, had one for years, only just started researching about them. Gonna head into the doctor's first chance I get. Not looking forward to the recovery period though, have only just got back into a good workout routine 😬

[@yaboijack67]

You are 55 this year wow

[@mordekaiser3397]

@@histlechif4901 hello, how are you doing now?

[@histlechif4901]

@@mordekaiser3397 Back to training with no problem, surgery went perfectly!

[@jordanslater-cuthbertson4183]

I'm really liking Jesse's new haircut. It suits him and goes great with his beard.

[@rennymadlena4973]

Jeff, I'm floored that you dealt with an inguinal hernia for 3 years before getting the surgery!! How?!! As someone who has just experienced this for the first time about a month ago (I'm currently waiting for the surgery), I have to modify and hold my guts in every time I pick up a weight now. I wear a hernia belt to make it through the workouts, but I definitely don't feel safe enough to go all out like before. Also, you mentioned in the video "pushing it back in", like NBD. Again, HOW? Mine doesn't stay in. Yours does?? I'd love for you to expand on the hernia workouts and give us hernia sufferers more AthleanX info since, as you stated "25% of men experience this". Yep that's a lot, and now I'm part of it. Love your videos and all you do Jeff!

[@stefanmarkovic1709]

Hey bro , how u feel now 2 years after?

[@Pat_McRotch88]

How's it now?

[@canuck_gamer3359]

My father is the one who got me into working out/lifting weights back when I was 13 and he is now 77 years of age. He had a hernia operation not long ago & had a mesh put in and he's back in the weight room now. He's an inspiration to me and after finding this channel a couple years ago, I can honestly say that at age 49 I am in the best shape of my life. It's really cool when you find a channel with people you can easily picture sitting down with because they feel real. Keep up the great work guys!

[@oceandrive7283]

I am 49 as well- i have been through some rough old times over the years but training again has got me back on track and following Athlean X along with good nutrition has helped me big time- both mentally and physically. After the abuse i gave my body at times because of severe anxiety- alcohol, bad diet, i find it amazing after ditching, and getting back on track- that people generally think i am years younger than i am! Yesterday, an attractive woman i met in town , who i knew from a restaurant i used to go to, guessed my age at 35- ok, she might being kind but even if she really thought 40, still, i'am happy with that! Keep up the good work Jeff- it really is making a big difference out there!

[@johnran6015]

Awesome I'm always glad to see guys in their 40s on up talking about being in their best shape. I'm hitting the weights and adding in swimming to get in my best shape at 37 after a lifetime of slamming beers and its good to see and hear success stories from men older than me.

[@jamesward9382]

I had double hernia surgery when I was 5 years old. I remember sitting at the table eating breakfast and a big knot came up on the right side. My parents took me to the hospital and I had surgery on both sides because there was a hole on the other side as well. I've never had a problem since. And I been lifting for over 40 years with no issues. I am now 60

[@krishtuber3247]

U are 60 Man are u jocking?

[@rrr826]

Did you have to take hydrochloride? Antibiotics ?

[@jamesward9382]

@@rrr826 No

[@illogicallogic2039]

But.. what was the cause for the hernia in your case

[@rasheemthebestfirstone3274]

Did you use mesh what’s the name of the name of the operation

[@krippaxxuseredarlordofthes9940]

I got my hernia suddenly when using a weightlifting belt too tight. It totally pushed my lowrr abdomen out abnormally. The increase in pressure targeted at the lower belly only under the belt lead to a feel of something ripping, but no pain. Pain slowly started the next few days with during sitting a sharp pain after a while, then mostly gone except i irritate the hernia/nerves. My bulge is at the top of the groin right side tho and only if im lying down completely relaxed. 4 years in its not getting better. I want mesh thats degrading automatically after lile half a year.

[@Karen-jj4fr]

Just wanted to say I love you’re quality content and you give so much information for free thanks Jeff

[@AxxLAfriku]

AAAAAAHHHHH!!!! PAAAAAIIIINNNN!!!!!! I broke my hand yesterday because of the hate comments I get all the time. I was so angry that I punched a hole in my computer. Please don't hate me, dear kqren

[@Karen-jj4fr]

@@AxxLAfriku shut up axxl

[@dollysitup7668]

@@Karen-jj4fr 🤣

[@KL-je9qq]

Construct your sentence better, Karen. (Me being a Karen)

[@scuba6797]

"Nothing fazes me!" After the 3rd time of seeing that pec tear I can't look at the screen for a 10 seconds.

[@callumraza5046]

I got a hernia at the start of covid, 16 months later and still cant get an appointment. My right testicle is like a grapefruit

[@xancs6943]

Damn, I was planning on getting a hernia today, this man is a magician

[@JonayPS]

Underrated comment! 😹

[@ulisescortaza3143]

Lmao

[@Zack-wc5mv]

E

[@Zack-wc5mv]

E

[@storytimewithunclebill1998]

Jesses face and that caption had me rolling. He didn't see that one coming. Hahahahaha. His facial expressions are priceless. You can tell he respects and is totally amazed at Jeff. Awesome info and always fun to watch. Great video

[@michaelkohne9457]

Hey Alex great content here. I just had a triple hernia surgery 2 inguinal one on each side and an abdominal belly button. The 2 inguinal were mesh the belly button stitches. I just want to stay lean not pack on bulk. What specific exercises can I perform here on out without the worry of added pressure and keep from having any reoccurrence in those areas, but still stay in great shape? Thanks

[@abraxis20]

I had the beginnings of a hernia last year (pain in the inguinal region on exertion, but no actual bulge of intestine through the muscle) I have managed it by stopping deadlifts, using a weaker Valsalva manoeuvre with squats and using a hernia support belt when exercising. Slowly but surely, it's getting better.

[@cedrictejada8517]

Im in that scenario right now, can I still do push ups? Thanks for reply. Sorry for my english

[@MegaPoop94]

@@cedrictejada8517 Real question did it hurt when you got an erection? Or is it just me? Lol

[@indcreations2968]

AX Jeff- Do you think that Nuclei Overload training is a legitimate tool for taking a muscle group to next level or is it just simply a fad and works because there's more volume involved in the training of otherwise neglected muscle group?

[@SolitudeInE-Minor]

But if you continue weight lifting with a “watch and wait” one wouldn’t that just make it worse leading to more invasive surgery?

[@warblackjack5565]

When I first started doing core training, I watched Rocky 3 for inspiration on how to train because I wanted abs like Clubber Lang. This dude would do a set of sit-ups and finish by twisting side to side aggressively. I tried that very thing and got a hernia above my groin region, left of my belly button. Never got surgery for it as it reduced in discomfort and size on its own gradually, but I can still feel and recall exactly how I got it. Moral of the story - Don’t try and attempt to train like a celebrity in a movie when you first start training. Lots of time it just bs for the camera and it can hurt you if you aren’t entirely sure how to train properly.

[@solesoulsorrow]

I have a hernia above my belly button. I got it after beginning your mid-section extinction workouts. I've had it for about 3 years now and will likely get it repaired at some point. Just been dealing with it. Happy you made this video!

[@matt_kelly]

When I went into the doctor and he diagnosed the same thing, he sent me to a surgeon for his opinion. After explaining what it was, he asked me "do you want to fix it?" After asking why I wouldn't, he said that since they can't do the mesh, only the suture, I would probably be in another 7 or so years to get it done again. I'm not trying to discourage you, but it's something I didn't even think about before he said it.

[@gnosticari5498]

I have a buldge above my belly button running diagonally across my abdomen, is that something similar to what you have?

[@gnosticari5498]

@@matt_kelly research mesh hernias. Not a good idea. Research shouldice technique. Much better idea.

[@MeetMeOutside]

I had mesh surgery on a hernia above my belly button back in October, it went great, heeled up good and i feel great.

[@gnosticari5498]

@@MeetMeOutside honestly, that is great news. Of course there are exceptions, apparently it's only 15-40% of patients that have chronic issues with a mesh. I personally would not take that risk but happy for you, hope the thing lasts forever!

[@jfrog1979]

My dad had a hernia in his belly button area a while back, got it “fixed” and his left nut hurt like hell for the next few years😐

[@billytheweasel]

Chronic pain after hernia repair is 30-36% Lucky I researched and got the Desarda method. 0% chronic pain, no narcotic pain pills or general anesthesia.

[@jamesruepp6555]

God, im addicted to this channel.

[@derbyharrington16]

Only thing is that it's healthy to be addicted to this.

[@mrsloth_8820]

You can just call him Jeff

[@word2madukes]

Repent bro, don’t use God’s name in vein.

[@mrsloth_8820]

@@word2madukes vain?

[@anonnona6940]

Great addiction we share

[@Dialed1]

If your first repair went so well, why are you waiting to get the second one repaired? Just curious because I had a hernia and was originally trying to go on watchful waiting but it was extremely stressful having this thing always lurking and waiting to pop out and of course then you’d be trying to get it back in. It’s just such a nasty feeling having the thing pop out and then trying to reduce it all the time. Basically walking on egg shells and grabbing your crotch all the time. I opted to fix mine the old fashion way yet with absorbable sutures. Still holding fine and can do all the things without thinking about having to baby the area.

[@yrureadingthisname]

I had an inguinal hernia at the age of 29. Definitely due to my line of work, which required me to lift 50-100lbs off the floor in awkward fashion many times a day. It was horrible. Had it for roughly 4 months before I received surgery. Got the mesh net. Before I had the surgery, it was about the size of a golf ball sticking out. The surgery was brutal. Bed ridden for about a month, slow moving a month after. The pain meds cause you to become extremely constipated, but due to the nature of the surgery that constipation leads to the most excruciating pain I have ever felt. No pain med could ever suffice. I had to stop taking the meds. On top of that for the first week you can barely sit up let alone sit on a toilet. Also, had some sort of shot in my spine on the day of my surgery to numb the pain but ever since have had severe back pain now. This was 2 years ago. The scar tissue left from the mesh net feels like there is a pen stuck in my lower abdomen lol not fun. Needless to say I don’t fuck around with excessive lifting anymore.

[@worstalentscout]

the adhesion of the mesh and scar tissue can be reduced by taking serrapeptase................

[@p.e.3953]

Wish I would have seen this video before. My post about the self heal process might of helped in your case! Some of the steps, especially the yoga moves still might help to alleviate your pain...

[@MilkyWayGalaxyy]

Wtf. I was thinking it might be better to be proactive and get the surgery for minor umbilical hernia so I don't have to keep worrying about it but forget that now!! This is going to suck either way. Smh.

[@carlrigby92]

I'm 31, had an operation for inguinal hernia in January of this year. Surgery was no problem at all, was put to sleep and must've been in and out within 30 minutes. First few weeks you'll feel uncomfortable and have some pain however pain medication numbs it pretty well. 3 months later and I'm back in the gym building back up to the weights I used to lift.. I still have a little pain every now and then but nothing unbearable.

[@AlteredState76]

Damn i got a double laproscoptic groin surgery in July eeeek 😳

[@quantum9013]

This was so hard to watch because getting a hernia is one of my greatest fears but I’m so glad you made this video!

[@brownboii9273]

Had hernia since 12 years old and it bothered me as soon i got to highschool weightlifting

[@gagemorgan7135]

It was hard to watch for me because I have two and a hiatal hernia. Yeehaw cowboy

[@DR_SOLO]

Can you get a hernia in the back mid of back, to the right of the spine.

[@cwave047plays]

What about core strengthening exercises like hollow body holds, planks, sit ups (crunches) etc.?

[@orlandoc661]

Great question

[@ggmedina1188]

Hmm

[@Nik-md4to]

They are all good. Infact, doing them will reduce your chance of hernia.

[@Gnomesmusher]

@@cwave047plays Yeah sorry man. There's nothing besides surgery that will reduce or prevent a hernia. I've looked for years since I had a hernia, fixed it and now I'm developing another one. It's just a bad flaw design in the human anatomy.

[@cwave047plays]

@@Gnomesmusher Man that's disappointing now isn't it. Nature done f'd up.

[@mikael4751]

I just had my inguinal hernia repaired, I was lifting WITH it for 2 years, so do not worry. It's not always as bad as it looks ,and was relatively painless most of the time, just testicular pain once and a while. I got the surgery February 19th, and at this point its practically healed to the point I don't even think about it anymore.

[@1usermich]

Did you have a mesh implant for your hernia?

[@kaweka260]

Everyday I feel the bulge and after I would push it back in. But it bulges again not too long afterwards. Is that ok or is it a sign it’s getting worse? I don’t feel excruciating pain, just a dull ache.

[@gamerboy13stupid89]

I don’t know what it is but I just woke up and there is pain in that area but don’t any lifting but when I bent down this morning man you could just feel like this dull pain so I had to lift my leg back to get stuff off the floor! Now it’s better and can bend down but still it’s just there but I have had this before multiple times but then it goes away after 3 days and then will come back in like 3 months or even longer!

[@kaweka260]

@@gamerboy13stupid89 All I did was go on a hike and then it happened. Went down and a couple of years later, aggravated it with mountain climbers. No lifting at all.

[@milesdavidmagtulis8260]

Did you still workout with no limitations?

[@johncoleman5388]

To all those reading my comment. I was diagnosed with an inguinal hernia nine years ago when I was 29. My chiropractor diagnosed me with his finger and recommended I go to see a doctor. The doctor told me to DISCONTINUE free weight training with heavy weights FOR LIFE. As an avid lifter and general lover of lifting weights, this did not settle well with me. My chiropractor advised me to do any abdominal exercise which was comfortable. He stated strengthening the abdominal wall is the best way to prevent issues. I have been lifting weights ever since. Recently, I switched from dumbbell bulgarian split squats to single dumbbell sumo squats. Though I was able to successfully perform a single dumbbell sumo squat with a 95 pound dumbbell for a strong 11 repetitions. I felt a STRETCHING across my lower abdomen. I continued working out and performing my other exercises, heavy dumbbell rows, heavy dumbbell lunges, etcetera. My hernia NEVER has protruded during or after an exercise session. I think a combination of chiropractic adjustments and strengthening my abdominal wall, has been the reason I have had NO ISSUES until I did that stupid exercise for three weeks straight. Also, I have been having issues for the last three weeks and I was told to take one to two weeks off of training and I should be good to go. I never use a weight belt, though I did quit barbell squatting and deadlifting. I haven't trained for three days and my hernia is already feeling a lot better. TRY A CHIROPRACTOR BEFORE TALKING TO A SURGEON.

[@felixrossignol3127]

Tought this was gonna be another video about Chris Heria, i read too quick

[@1Carly]

What u mean?

[@Lightningspiner]

Hernia Heria

[@luckykaushik2473]

Jeff is the guy who cause hernia to himself ,to aware all of us.

[@gnehsse]

Hahaha

[@lowcommissionratesoshawa]

Didn’t mention the class action lawsuit against j and J for the mesh. Many people have serious complications with it. I’d seriously look and investigate your options.

[@jedsideas9717]

Jeff thank you so much! This answered basically all of my questions about hernias. I've had an inguinal hernia for probably over 5 years now. Only about 6 months ago I figured out what this wierd bulge that comes and goes in my groin was and have been wondering what to do ever since. I've been training with it for 2-3 years and have been concerned every time I pick up the bar. This video gave me much more understanding on what to do. Thanks!!

[@MegaPoop94]

Legit serious question lol Did it hurt when you got an erection? Or is it just me

[@shahrukhgilani5246]

"That sounds like a pain in the balls" It sure is, Jess It sure is

[@MannyQuacioua]

Jeff! Could you please do a video on Hydroceles? Please

[@nicolahohler3578]

I'm like "never gonna lift weights again"

[@gauthamkrao797]

After hearing Jeff talk about pushing in the intestines with your own hand, my legs are so numb I can't even stand up.

[@connivingkhajiit]

yeah it made my abs hurt

[@joetroutt7425]

I have an umbilical hernia in which it protrudes out of my belly button. When it happened I had to push my intestines back in. Dead lifts and crunches aggravate mine.

[@definitelynottigerwhitten5865]

This video made my knees and balls weak

[@highcountryps]

Great video! Been living with a hernia for about 3 years. No big issues but have been reluctant to go hard at gym. Your video really encouraged me to get back to the gym even with my hernia.

[@sagarreddy1994]

Hello Which type of hernia you have? Inguinal hernia? How are you dealing with it?

[@philmantello9409]

What did not make sense to have the hole stitched up and then the mesh put on from the back?

[@stayhappylittlemermaid]

Say, "Do I smell popcorn?" right after you fart. So everybody takes a big whiff.

[@macadamiadeeznutz6070]

Do you have onlyfans?

[@IndelibleHD]

What the hellllll?

[@jamescanjuggle]

fuckin dope xD

[@awesome9174]

@@macadamiadeeznutz6070 There's a ton of free content out there bro. Stop paying for it lol

[@gabrielegiani2484]

I swear i thought Jesse was gonna pass out at any moment during the "push It back" description !!

[@GwasBro]

Whats the reason for you not getting your 2nd one repaired?

[@danabnormal5988]

Having had two hernia surgeries is the closest thing I have in common with Jeff.

[@ulfhenar718]

I was so not ready for the pec tear video...

[@sydsyd]

Been lifting with hernia repairs for over 15 years, always bothersome!

[@shapp76]

Had bilateral inguinal hernia surgery almost 6 years ago. I still do squats, deadlifts, core work etc. As long as your surgeon does his job, you can eventually return to 100%

[@curious_boy9092]

It depends on the surgeon. All studys Show it

[@amanmerchant69]

How fast can you get back to working out after the surgery??

[@talltimbot]

"Her" is preferable in the case of Surgeon Rebecca Bottega, MD

[@everettebillings6094]

And this video again shows why Jeff has millions of followers. Excellent content. Thank you (two surgically repairs hernias in my past; perhaps another hernia developing…😕).

[@shauno7582]

I just had 3rd repaired. So I’ve had the Hernia Triangle. Left & right inguinal and umbilical.. My gifts from working a physical manual labour job for 20 years 🤦🏻‍♂️

[@gerardoramos3116]

Jeff can you do a video on shin splints and strengthen the muscles as well as stretching it

[@michaelwh8]

To get rid of shin splints you need to find the right shoes. I love Brooks, my shin splints went away instantly after buying better running shoes.

[@matthewxavier-gi2ku]

@@michaelwh8 i have those as well and they’re good but because i’m flat footed, i think it’s easier for me to get shin splints

[@MechakittenX]

@@matthewxavier-gi2ku That's actually true. Flat footed people get shin splints and plantar fasciitis a lot easier.

[@nikosrosos5180]

I hope you pay Jesse enough, you have good chemistry and you probably helped him to put his life in order, but still he has to earn a living 😍looks like a father son relationship

[@hangouts113]

SIR PLS somebody pls tell me that I have hernia during push up i woke up sunndly and i fill pain in my lover stomach but that pain goes way in 13 minutes pls tell me pls😢

[@akashmlal]

Hernia meshes made by pharmaceutical companies are relatively expensive. So doctors used non medicated autoclaved mosquito nets to repair hernias in somewhere, Africa and they were successful.

[@RoNiminal]

Because pharmaceutical companies and hospitals are crooks. They charge hundreds of dollars for a pair of nitrile exam gloves which cost only a few cents. Welcome to capitalism.

[@andrewzabinski2205]

This is a good video to see. I dealt with a inguinal hernia for multiple years. Turned out was bigger than expected. Had hernia mesh repair with no problems since repair. I wish I had found out about this years ago.

[@Johnny.B995]

How were you able to tell that you had a hernia? What were you symptoms?