Sorry to hear about the arthritis. Have you tried the heavy duty exercise bands? Don't laugh...they make some really strong rugged ones..and bands are easier on your body .
Billy,
thanks for the heads up. I halfway follow modern bodybuilding.I could never get into to full blown Hulk guys when I was younger. I wanted to get myself into Frank Zane or Lee Labrada shape. The sports has changed so much that Lee Haney would look small next these modern guys.