How to minimize body building stretch marks
Bodybuilding stretch marks are a part of fitness that many people do not talk about. Whether this is for fear of shame or simple embarrassment, I'm not sure. But you certainly don't hear muscle man standing around at the gym talking about their stretch marks! Stretch marks on bodybuilders are something you should not be ashamed of as it is actually a common occurrence. Yes that's right, you aren't the only one suffering from bodybuilding stretch marks!
These stretch marks occur simply because your body is growing quite rapidly when you are bodybuilding. The skin then stretches to accommodate this increased muscle, which causes stretch marks.
Whilst the regular stretch marks we are all familiar with such as pregnant woman stretch marks are situated around the stomach and thighs, bodybuilding stretch marks are more likely to be found under the arms as well as where the front shoulder muscles meet the upper chest muscles.
Muscles grow rapidly in these areas, therefore they are most susceptible to bodybuilding stretch marks. Did you know that almost every serious bodybuilder has stretch marks? Have you ever noticed stretch marks on another bodybuilder? Chances are you haven't until now, and chances also are that no one has seen yours. Stretch marks are definitely something we feel self conscious of, but it should not worry you too much as it is unlikely anyone is taking any notice of yours.
The chance of getting bodybuilding stretch marks can be reduced by eating a healthy, well balanced diet which promotes healthy elastic skin.
Multi vitamins can also assist bodybuilders with stretch marks. One multi vitamin per day is ideal as vitamins such as A, E and C assist in healthy skin appearance.