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melhayes1115
melhayes1115 Posts: 187 Member
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What are some good stretches for your lower back? It seems like whenever I workout, my lower back gets tight. I am assuming that I am not stretching it well enough.

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  • Lindz2323
    Lindz2323 Posts: 261 Member
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    Lay on the floor on your back, put your knees together and pull them up towards your chest, you'll feel your lower back stretch =)
  • slimkitty
    slimkitty Posts: 418
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    http://www.yinyoga.com/ys2_2.0_asanas_saddle.php
    This is one of my favorite stretches and I like to alternate this with spinal rolls
    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O3oWV-pvU_k&feature=relmfu

    Of course know your limitations and do all stretches safely.
  • kcgslp
    kcgslp Posts: 212
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    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Aag2g9GvED4
  • nick1109
    nick1109 Posts: 174 Member
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    Lower back tightness if oftern a result of tight hamstrings. Stretch the hamstrings
  • gazz777
    gazz777 Posts: 722
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    Much emphasis on safety
  • melhayes1115
    melhayes1115 Posts: 187 Member
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    Lower back tightness if oftern a result of tight hamstrings. Stretch the hamstrings

    I never knew that. Very interesting.
  • yeroc39
    yeroc39 Posts: 55
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    Most of the issues with lower back are surprisingly not just the back muscles. Many of the pains and issues stem from tight hamstrings and calves, and can also stem from hip issues. When they are tight you put more pressure on your lower back muscles.

    Look into more dynamic types stretches rather than static (touching your toes). Statics stretches while cold can actually stress and hurt your muscles even more. But one of the best things..get a foam roller. Roll out your hamstrings, calves, glutes and your lower back. It can help relieve pain, but it also stretches those muscles that help loosen them and relieve the stress on your back . They are inexpensive and possibly one of the best investments you can make.

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