Dropped 185 pounds on my head. Now my head hurts.

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I wasn't using any chalk unfortunately. Nor was I using a spinning bar like I should have been. I was training at a commercial gym as opposed to my typical campus facility.

www.usaweightlifting.org. Find someone in your area or contact their office and ask about facilities and coaching. Beginners are always welcome and it is always affordable and sometimes even free to a point. Even a few sessions with a good coach will do you wonders and the sooner you go the easier it will be to fix bad technique.