Hi team queen!
I seem to be getting lower back ache and not sure if it's caused by the workouts? Has anyone experienced this or has any advice of things to do during the workout to help me? I absolutely love these workouts and really don't want to stop.
thanks queens
Jo
@Joanna LawI hate anything that effects the back but u should seriously put that question to @Maeve MADDEN or DM @maeve_madden, as she is best qualified to advise u on this & why it may b happening & give u alternatives. We have had a few questions regarding same on the lives & she answered all questions. Hope it gets better soon for u Joanna. 👑
@Joanna Law Hi! Yes I noticed today that my lower back was sore doing good mornings and side leg raises but I think I just need a good stretch. Sometimes lower back pain can be from tight glutes or hamstrings too... it's all connected! But yes def ask Maeve as a professional, maybe there are alternatives to some exercises.
Hello!!! I noticed that on myself too and it happens to me when I do not concentrate doing the burpees properly... So when I notice that I engage my core better... Check with @Maeve Madden but it would be nice if you share with us her reply...
Thanks
Lower back pain is common after workouts, After all, your back plays a big role in a number of exercises. Part of building muscle involves creating slight tears as you burpee, plank, lift, etc. However, the microtrauma associated with this can sometimes result in pain. This type of pain could last for up to 72 hours after you work out.
Specific muscles in your back become overstimulated and under-stretched, esp if your sitting at a desk all day, driving in a car, watching tv with little back support.
The right stretches help calm low-back spasms,
Lie on your stomach and place your hands on the floor as if you were starting a push-up. press just your upper body up, allowing your lower back to relax by keeping your hips close to the ground. Hold for a few seconds. Also our cat cow Britney is a great exercise or, Lie on your back, tucking the kneed into your chest, when hugging your knees rock forward and back.
Applying ice/cold pack to your back first, Once the inflammation has subsided, use heat therapy, I would use a warm hot water bottle. When you apply heat, it improves the flexibility of soft tissues, movement of muscles, and overall functioning of the back.
When in doubt always rest, up to 72 hours, but try and get in some brisk walking. If the pain lasts longer then visit your local gp / physio
@Maeve Madden thank you so much!!
@Maeve Madden Thanks for the stretches - will definitely do those. What would you recommend if you struggle with back pain during workouts? I find "good mornings" and some similar positions are really tricky at the moment and don't want to do any damage.
@Maeve Madden oh thank you Maeve I'm on day 6 now of lower back pain, couldn't move for two, was so enjoying the Christmas challenge too! Physio definitely getting hit up today!
