Training with Low Back Pain: Strategies for Relief and Progress

09/01/2025 40 min Episodio 4

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SummaryIn this episode of the Past Your Prime podcast, hosts Alex and Craig discuss the common issue of low back pain, particularly among individuals in their 30s and 40s. They share personal injury updates and delve into the causes, diagnosis, and management of low back pain. The conversation emphasizes the importance of understanding one's body, recognizing symptoms, and implementing effective training modifications. They provide insights into the anatomy of the spine, common injuries, and strategies for rehabilitation and training. The episode concludes with a call to action for listeners to engage and share their experiences with low back pain.TakeawaysLow back pain is prevalent among people in their 30s and 40s.Daily activities contribute to the loading of the spine.Understanding the mechanics of the spine is crucial for injury prevention.Imaging does not always correlate with pain severity.Once injured, individuals are at a higher risk for future injuries.A personalized home plan can help manage low back pain.Training modifications are essential for those with low back pain.Key signs can help gauge the health of your back during activities.Avoid foam rolling the low back; it can be counterproductive.Engaging in proper rehabilitation can lead to better long-term outcomes.Chapters02:08 Injury Updates and Personal Experiences04:46 Understanding Low Back Pain10:56 Common Causes of Low Back Pain16:36 Diagnosing Low Back Pain20:46 Managing and Preventing Low Back Pain23:28 Training Modifications for Low Back Pain29:19 Activity Progression and Feedback Loops35:22 Exercises for Low Back Pain Recovery38:13 Conclusion and Call to Action#lowbackpain #injurymanagement #physicaltherapy #trainingmodifications #sportsinjuries #lumbardisc #discogeniclowbackpain #rehabilitation #painmanagement #athleticperformance #corestability #injuryprevention

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