Over exercise and Back Pain | Chiropractic-Works

Over exercise and Back Pain

The saying "no pain, no gain" is common in gyms, but it’s easy to overdo it. If your lower back pain is keeping you from working out or affecting your daily life, it might be the result of exercise, not just part of the process. Pushing through the pain isn’t always the answer.When lower back pain becomes an issue, it's time to visit Chiropractic-Works and Wellness Clinic. Whether caused by an injury or poor body mechanics, our team can help you manage the pain and get you back to the activities you enjoy.

Understanding Microtrauma

Building muscle requires small muscle tears, known as microtrauma, which heal and lead to growth. The pain from microtrauma is normal.

However, if you keep exercising too soon, you may worsen the pain and create a cycle that keeps you from recovering. It can take up to 72 hours for microtears to heal, so it's important to rest and switch to gentler exercises that support recovery.

Exercises That Can Harm Your Back

Your spine is designed to support a wide range of movements, but overextending it can cause strain or injury. This is especially true when you're new to exercise and your muscles aren't strong enough to support your spine properly.

Some exercises put extra stress on your back, but there are safer alternatives:

Sit-ups → Half-planks (shoulders no more than 6 inches off the floor)
Deadlifts → Leg presses (isolates legs and reduces strain on your back)
Burpees → High-intensity interval training (try 3 minutes every 15 minutes on the elliptical or treadmill)
Toe touches → Supine hamstring stretches (lying on your back and pulling your knees toward your chest)

Chiropractic-Works and Wellness Clinic is here to help with back pain, whether from exercise or other causes. Call us or book an appointment online today. Pain should be temporary, and progress should be ongoing.

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