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Best Exercises for lower back pain.

Dec 4, 2023
2 min read

Experiencing lower back pain is common, and certain exercises can help alleviate discomfort and strengthen the muscles that support the lower back. However, it's crucial to consult with a healthcare professional before starting any exercise program, especially if you have existing back issues. Here are some exercises that may help relieve lower back pain:


1. **Pelvic Tilts:**

- Lie on your back with knees bent and feet flat on the floor.

- Tighten your abdominal muscles and push your lower back into the floor.

- Hold for a few seconds and then release.

- Repeat 10-15 times.


2. **Cat-Cow Stretch:**

- Start on your hands and knees in a tabletop position.

- Inhale and arch your back (Cow Pose).

- Exhale and round your back (Cat Pose).

- Repeat for 10-15 repetitions.


3. **Child's Pose:**

- Kneel on the floor with your big toes touching and knees apart.

- Sit back on your heels and reach your arms forward.

- Hold for 20-30 seconds, breathing deeply.


4. **Knee-to-Chest Stretch:**

- Lie on your back with knees bent.

- Bring one knee toward your chest and hold it with your hands.

- Hold for 20-30 seconds and switch legs.


5. **Bridge Exercise:**

- Lie on your back with knees bent and feet hip-width apart.

- Lift your hips toward the ceiling, squeezing your glutes.

- Hold for a few seconds and then lower.

- Repeat for 10-15 repetitions.


6. **Partial Crunches:**

- Lie on your back with knees bent and feet flat on the floor.

- Cross your arms over your chest.

- Tighten your abdominal muscles and lift your shoulders off the floor.

- Hold for a few seconds and then lower.

- Repeat for 10-15 repetitions.


7. **Seated Piriformis Stretch:**

- Sit on the floor with one leg straight and the other leg crossed over.

- Hug your knee and gently twist your torso toward the bent knee.

- Hold for 20-30 seconds and switch sides.


8. **Pelvic Clock Exercise:**

- Lie on your back with knees bent and feet flat.

- Imagine your pelvis as the center of a clock.

- Tilt your pelvis to 12, 3, 6, and 9 o'clock positions.

- Repeat 5-10 times in each direction.


9. **Wall Sits:**

- Stand with your back against a wall and feet hip-width apart.

- Lower your body into a sitting position, keeping your back against the wall.

- Hold for 20-30 seconds.


10. **Swimming Exercise:**

- Lie on your stomach with arms and legs extended.

- Lift your right arm and left leg off the ground, then switch.

- Continue alternating for 1-2 minutes.


Remember to start gently and gradually increase the intensity of the exercises as your back strengthens. If you experience pain or discomfort, stop the exercise and consult with a healthcare professional. Additionally, maintaining good posture, staying active, and incorporating activities like walking and swimming into your routine can contribute to overall back health.


 
 
 

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