I have the feeling I’ve always had a weak back.

Some 4 months ago I started working out regularly. Now I can almost touch the floor with my hands without bending my knees.

While doing this exercise I heard a small crack on my back, nothing serious.

Since then I can lift weights easier than before but my back still hurts a bit. My back doesn’t hurt as much after coming home from work, which was normal before.

What else could I do to have a stronger back?

  • Nollij@sopuli.xyzEnglish
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    4 days ago

    If you have chronic back pain (not temporary, and not linked to an activity), you need to see a doctor first.

    No, really. See a doctor. Because ALL of the exercises you see can seriously injure you, even permanently, depending on your exact condition. What works miracles for someone else may work backwards for you. Even if they have a similar condition, or it’s in a similar group (e g. Core strengthening)

    And above all else, listen to your body. If it hurts, stop doing it.

    Source: I’ve been through this the hard way

    • KittenBiscuits@lemm.eeEnglish
      4·
      3 days ago

      I just wanted to add to ask the doc if they’d give the green light to seeing a physical therapist. The PT was way more effective in helping me manage my back pain, whereas the doc would advise painkillers, muscle relaxers, and heat.