has anyone else suffered lumbar/lower back pain during the inverted pike movements? if i go for my max compression, my lower back hurts after the exercise but, if i don't go for max compression, i don't really feel a hamstring stretch. maybe i just need to take a couple of weeks off this exercise but are there other good alternative exercises instead?
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lumbar pain
Started by Scott Garfield, September 26, 2017 · 5 Replies · 57 Views
Scott, do you have pre-existing injuries, ailments etc?
hi luke, no i don't. i should mention that i'm a 46 yo office worker.
Hi Scott,
In order to help you completely avoid the lumbar pain, try performing this stretch with a flat back. You may need to adjust the space between your hands and feet a bit to find the stretch with this new back position. Please give that a try and let us know how it goes! It is, of course, also a good idea to visit a sports physio to discuss your lower back pain.
You can also try bending your knees to don t stress your low back until your flexibility improves.
very helpful, thanks Everett and Antonio.