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[DiscoStu]

Hi,

I am on a pre-season fitness regime and its been going fine for the past few weeks (mainly cardio with strength work on arms/shoulders and circuits). I got back pain whilst running last week so rested it until today and when I ran, I wasn't so much in pain but felt incredibly tight during the exercise. Is this going to go away with further rest? Any advice is appreciated.
Cheers,

*cherry popped

[Buzz]

Hi Stu - I suggested you go and see a physio and have it looked at - it may be caused by you sudden surge in running - you may need a different pair of trainers, for instance.

welcome to the forum!

[Jagminder]

Try building it up as well.
Start with stretching.
Week 1 - start with 10 min run and by end of the week 20 min run.
Week 2 - Increase the speed a little with same duration.
Week 3 - Increase the time  And so on........

Remember your objective  is to get fit overall, not to run a lot in one day and sit home for a week. That will not help.

Even increasing by 1 min/2 days of running - you should able to achieve your goals.

P.S. - taking running as an example. and try increasing protein intake as well.


Jag.
 

[The_Bird]

Welcome stu but i cant help but think that all that disco dancing should've left you very nimble surely?

[Vitas Cricket]

I have terrible pain to the point where sometimes i cant keep wicket twice in a weekend.

Its caused by a bulging disc (not slipped) and there isnt a lot that can be done for me other than surgery to fuse my vertebrae.

I would hope your case isnt as serious, i will give you some tips than have helped me to ease the pain to manageable levels.

Stretch your hamstrings! Not just before exercise, do it 2-3 times a day, tight hammies are a major cause of a bad lower back.

Also, try some resistance bands. Lay on your side and wrap a band round both ankles, lift your top leg as high as possible and hold for as long as possiblem repeat until kanckered. Then do the same but with the band around your knees, then your thighs. This helps build strength around the sore area.

Most important, lose weight (this is my big issue....)

Good luck

[DiscoStu]

Thanks for all the advice.

*moonwalks out of the room

[Ryan]

Thanks for all the advice.

*moonwalks out of the room

Haha amazing

[wilkie113]

Its caused by a bulging disc (not slipped) and there isnt a lot that can be done for me other than surgery to fuse my vertebrae.

Had to read that twice

[kouservice]

Have a good warm up (stretching and dynamic movements) before you start running. Also consult a good physio. Need not to worry if this is the first time, but if the pain(tightness) persists than have a check up.  It is always better to be treated at a early stage.

I myself prefer massage, i think these days sportsman are understanding the importance of a proper massage.

[joeljonno]

I have had a bad back for a couple of years and recently been to the docs. Tight hamstrings and back muscles. Do plenty of stretching he said.