Strengthening the
muscles that
support the back
can prevent back
pain from recurringand body temperature to allow your body to adjust to the higher demands of aerobic
exercise. Cooling off in the same way for another 5 minutes allows your body to adjust to
its resting state and prevents blood from pooling in your
extremities. 5 minutes of walking can help flush waste
products from the muscles and prevent post-exercise
soreness.
- Wear proper footwear
Wearing footwear with adequate cushioning and support
helps absorb shock and decreases the risk of back pain.
- Stay hydrated
Drink plenty of water before, during and after aerobic activity to replace water lost by
perspiration. Dehydration can cause muscle aches – plenty of water is needed to help
the body flush out the acidic waste products that can build up in the muscles during
exercise.
- Strengthening the muscles that support the back can prevent back
pain from recurring.
When you have recovered from your back injury, begin strengthening exercises that
target your core muscles. Strong back, abdominal, and buttocks muscles support the
spine, take stress off the joints of the spine, are vital to good posture, and will reduce the
chance of recurring back pain. Do strengthening exercises regularly to maintain strong
muscles.
Strengthening the abdominal and trunk muscles and the core of your body is one of the
first steps towards improving your upright posture and alleviating low back pain. Poor
posture is common in those who lead a sedentary lifestyle and this places a tremendous
strain on the lower back and discs. By training the abdominal muscles to encourage a
proper upright posture, back pain can be reduced to a significant degree. Try changing
your posture right now while you are reading this book and you will feel the difference.