The 4 Absolute Best Core Exercises for Lower Back Pain or Herniated Disc
One of the most common issues that people have is a weak core. In the wake of a lower back or spinal injury, it is important to build a strong core to support your lower back.
One of the most common issues that people have is a weak core. In the wake of a lower back or spinal injury, it is important to build a strong core to support your lower back.
After sustaining a lower back injury, the instinct for most people will be to engage in some sort of stretching. The right stretches performed properly can help reduce pain, improve flexibility and aid in recovery from a lower back injury or herniated disc.
Depending on how you injured your lower back or herniated your spinal disc to begin with, weightlifting may be the last thing on your mind. Although those who have strained or herniated discs in their back shouldn’t rush back into heavy lifting immediately following an injury, it is my belief that approached correctly, a consistent strength training routine can be a great addition to a healthy lifestyle for those with back problems.
Staying fit and active while dealing with lower back pain or a herniated disc can be a challenging proposition. However, one type of exercise that you can begin relatively quickly and safely after your injury is bodyweight workouts.
For many active individuals, running is an important component of an active routine. Although running is not a high risk activity for herniating a spinal disc, avid athletes who participate in a number of sports may injure themselves during a different endeavor.
For those unfamiliar with yoga but wanting to start, the different varieties of yoga can be confusing. Choosing the right kind of yoga and progressing from one variety to another is key to getting the most out of your personal yoga practice. There are a variety of yoga styles, but in this article I’ll cover three of the more popular varieties and provide a recommendation of where to start after sustaining a herniated or bulging lower disc.
In situations where I’ve re-injured my lower back, I will often return to one of the best exercises for lower back injuries and pain: swimming. Swimming is an exceedingly low impact athletic activity. The physical strain it puts on your body is fairly minimal compared to other sports and activities.