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These 3 Core Exercises Will Help Fix Your Painful Back
Please try this routine before reaching for the painkillers!
While a strong core doesn’t always equate to a pain-free back, it can certainly help. This is especially true when you prioritize functional movements that get your spine moving in all ranges and planes of motion. As a kinesiologist who’s spent years working with back pain populations, I rarely see anything work more effectively than well-prescribed core movements.
Not only do these exercises build up mobility, strength, and endurance, but they instill a sense of confidence in one's ability to move freely. This should not be overlooked as fear can often be just as big of a barrier as pain itself. While there are hundreds of potential solutions out there, I want to zoom in on three movements that I’ve had the most success across a wide variety of populations. Now without further ado, let’s dive in and get you feeling stronger today!
Great things are ahead for those who use core training as medicine.
Building a Stronger Core and a Better Back
Before we dive into the movements below, please be aware that everyone will respond differently to new exercises. If you have access to a trusted health professional who knows your history, please touch base with them before starting the routine below. As you go through each movement, listen to your body and never push through significant pain.
The key here is that these exercises need to be implemented at the right time. Not too early in the rehab phase, but not too late to keep yourself in a vulnerable state. If you’re unsure where you’re at, consider touching base with a physiotherapist. If you’re experiencing daily aches and pains, or you simply want to prevent future injuries this routine will also serve you well!
As always, I’m happy to help modify exercises to suit your current fitness level and health status if need be. For those who are looking for an additional challenge, I’ll drop a couple of bonus movements below. Back rehab can be scary and intimidating, but it doesn’t have to be. With the movements below, you can start building functional strength and confidence in just a few weeks. Here’s to getting…
