weak back

Graciefacey

I find core work so difficult because I always get pain in my lower back, technique is fine but I dont know is it my back that is undertrained compared to my abs or is it an underlying issue? Am going to attempt yoga and stretching , I would appreciate any advice

Brian?

What core work are you doing?

Oryx

Do you have a sedentary job?

Graciefacey

Oryx wrote: »

Do you have a sedentary job?

Yes I am in front of a computer most of the time but try to get up and stretch at least every hour and I walk 45 mins most lunch breaks. Core work I do is typically planks, incline situps, leg raises (on bench and on ground), straight leg sit ups, scissor kicks, bicycle and back extension holding 5kg plate.

Oryx

Try things like lunges and squats to get your glutes working. A seated job makes them very weak.

Graciefacey

Oryx wrote: »

Try things like lunges and squats to get your glutes working. A seated job makes them very weak.

Would this be contributing to back pain/tightness?

Brian?

Graciefacey wrote: »

Would this be contributing to back pain/tightness?

Absolutely. Work on your glutes and hamstring strength and Hip mobility work.

Drop the various sit-ups and stick to planks. If you can hold a plank for 2 minutes, add difficulty. Sit-ups are terrible for your back.

Brian?

http://www.startbodyweight.com/p/plank-progression.html?m=1

Alf Veedersane

Graciefacey wrote: »

Would this be contributing to back pain/tightness?

Yup.

If there's an issue with your glutes, there can be a knock on effect on your lower back and/or lower back.

Doug Cartel

Oryx wrote: »

Try things like lunges and squats to get your glutes working. A seated job makes them very weak.

One thing though - if you're going to do squats, make sure you are doing them right. Done wrong they will make your back worse.

MetHerInSolas

Try pilates/yoga, made a big difference to my back and I sit at a PC all day and I'm 6 4".

2 pt-box is a good exercise for your back.

Brian?

MetHerInSolas wrote: »

Try pilates/yoga, made a big difference to my back and I sit at a PC all day and I'm 6 4".

2 pt-box is a good exercise for your back.

Pilates is great for core issues alright.