One arm slightly bigger than the other. What to do...

[irishScott]

So recently, I started Krav Maga training, and I've noticed that my left arm is, in all respects (forearm, bicep and tricep) more developed/larger than my right. The obvious solution is to get a dumbbell and work out my right arm more. That said, I was wondering if there's any test I can do (besides trial and error) to figure out what works.

Also, are there any "tried and true" techniques that are guaranteed to equalize them? I know they'll never be perfectly equal, but I obviously want to get as close as possible.

Thanks in advance.

 

[CatchPhrase]

Always use equal weight in each hand.
Naturally they will equalize themselves.

 

[SagaLore]

Is your arm bigger because you happen to favor it?

 

[irishScott]

Originally posted by: SagaLore
Is your armer bigger because you happen to favor it?

lol I do use my left...

 

[irishScott]

Originally posted by: CatchPhrase
Always use equal weight in each hand.
Naturally they will equalize themselves.

Even including the relatively asymmetrical workout of Krav Maga? I could try alternating sides during training, but that might slow mastery of the skill (depending on the technique). Meh. Guess I'll just get a dumbbell and keep it equal.

Thanks.

 

[onlyCOpunk]

Just keep the weights equal. If you work the weak arm more then the stronger arm you will end up in the same situation you started.

 

[KoolDrew]

Originally posted by: onlyCOpunk
Just keep the weights equal. If you work the weak arm more then the stronger arm you will end up in the same situation you started.

:thumbsup:

 

[Jahee]

Originally posted by: CatchPhrase
Always use equal weight in each hand.
Naturally they will equalize themselves.

I'd argue they don't.. Maybe in strength, but not necessarily size.

 

[irishScott]

Originally posted by: Jahee

Originally posted by: CatchPhrase
Always use equal weight in each hand.
Naturally they will equalize themselves.

I'd argue they don't.. Maybe in strength, but not necessarily size.

Well, strength is what I'm concerned about, so no worries