Three Facts About Lower Back Pain

1. Fact: Poor Core Strength Is a Leading Cause of Lower Back Pain

Weak core muscles can lead to instability and excess pressure on the lower back, contributing to pain and discomfort.

Remedy: Incorporate strength exercises like planks, bird-dogs, and dead bugs to activate and strengthen your core. A strong core provides stability and reduces strain on your lower back.

2. Fact: Prolonged Sitting Can Tighten Hip Flexors and Hamstrings

Sedentary lifestyles lead to tight hip flexors and hamstrings, which pull on the pelvis and create an imbalance, causing lower back pain.

Remedy: Focus on hip flexor stretches (like the kneeling hip flexor stretch) and hamstring flexibility work (like standing or seated hamstring stretches). Combine stretching with mobility drills like cat-cow to loosen up the spine and surrounding areas.

3. Fact: Lack of Proper Movement Patterns Contributes to Pain

Poor movement habits, like lifting with your back or improper posture, increase the risk of injury and chronic pain.

Remedy: Learn proper movement patterns by practicing hip hinges and squats to lift objects. Strengthen the posterior chain (glutes, hamstrings, and back) with exercises like glute bridges and Romanian deadlifts to protect the spine during daily activities.

Consistently combining strength and movement strategies can improve posture, reduce pain, and prevent future issues.

I am days away from releasing my Lower Back Mastery program, this program will be accessible to most people experiencing back weakness and is a follow on to all participates who take the Training For Life Program held in person.