Hey Guys.

I've notice today , that the are scary stretches on my hips..
one of them is red and it is clearly can be seen that these marks are fresh!!

it scares the hell out of me.. what should i do? stop lifting heavy for a while? how do i treat them? :cry:

http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k128/pavel_twr/streches/IMG_7328Small.jpg

http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k128/pavel_twr/streches/IMG_7332Small.jpg

http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k128/pavel_twr/streches/IMG_7323Small.jpg

Looks more like a graze from a weight or machine than a stretch mark to me..

maybe i should mention that i've started to 'Barbell Squat' recently with a good weight

Looks more like a graze from a weight or machine than a stretch mark to me..

That second picture does not look like a graze... see how it's a lighter color than the rest of his skin? Almost shiny? That is a clear sign of stretch marks. Take it from me, a guy whose stomach, shoulders, chest is covered with them, I know these things when I see them and those certainly look like stretch marks to me. Besides, getting grazed on both sides? Unlikely.

If they are indeed stretch marks (and I think they are) you need to get some vitamin-E oil or coco butter/shea butter or some other kind of skin treatment cream designed to prevent further skin damage. If you are really concerned about it, talk to a dermatologist - he may be able to prescribe something for you.

many thanks!