T & Z Functional Fitness

Preventing lower back pain quick tips

Common Problem:  Typing on computer in bent over position for long periods of time
Solution:  Create good posture by tightening abdominal region (belly button to spine), sit on a physioball at a computer

Common Problem:  Hamstring tightness
Solution:  Dynamic flexibility before activity (High leg kicks, inch worms), static stretching directly after activity

Common Problem:  Lower back weakness
Solution:  Lying opposites, supermans, glute-ham raises, physioball lower body extensions (keep hands on ground)