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can I still work out?

nic041mccoy
nic041mccoy Posts: 74 Member
edited December 2024 in Fitness and Exercise
I pulled a muscle in my back today and have a sharp pain! But I REALLY need to go to the gym! Will working out make my back pain better or worse? My go to cardio is about 30-40 mins on the elliptical.

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  • LivingtheLeanDream
    LivingtheLeanDream Posts: 13,342 Member
    Seek professional advice, imo if you are hurting don't workout. ..but a walk can help ease back pain.
  • RWClary
    RWClary Posts: 192 Member
    edited April 2016
    I tore a hamstring and never missed a day of exercise.
    For 4 days straight, I swam, then gradually began other activities while under the care of my doctor who is himself a fitness freak.

    See a medical professional, and resolve to do something in the form of a safe, effective bit of lite training.
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