Question 1

i used to do 100 situps daily,i stopped a week ago due to serious back problems. what other exercises to do rather than situps to have flat stomach?

Accepted Answer

Isometric: If you are having back pain with sit-ups, isometric exercises can do a good job with out causing stress on the back.

Question 2

what are some exercises to help my back problems?

Accepted Answer

Core strengthening: Core strengthening exercises can help limit back problems significantly. Exercises such as planks (contracting abdominals with straight back posture, see image) and crunches in and out of the pool are several examples.

Question 3

are weight or are strength exercises better for back problems?

Accepted Answer

Low impact aerobic : Low impact aerobic weights over head bad i prefer to recommend pilates type workout over resistance training the gym has injured more backs than healed my experience.

Question 4

is pilates exercise good for back problems?

Accepted Answer

Can be: If your back problems are not neurological then pilates can be a great way to recondition your back and abdominal muscles to provide the strength needed for your back. It is also good for stretching the muscles and giving the back the upright support it needs. You should be sure you have a licensed instructor and ask your doctor if it is appropriate for you.

Question 5

after i retired last year, my wife and i began walking for exercise to help the back problem i have had for years. i have noticed over the past

Accepted Answer

Great!: I am not sure if you are just making a comment or having a concern. Walking is a great exercise. It may help but it may also cause worsening of back pain depending on the problem. Staying active, however, is greatly recommended in musculoskeletal problems, but there may be other types of exercise that are better tolerated, such as swimming and bicycling.

Question 6

can lack of exercise cause back problems?

Accepted Answer

It can: Lack of exercise can lead to generalized stiffness.  The poor posture that would result from this could cause back problems.

Question 7

32yrold. glute weakness esp right side since a year because of which i get back problems as well. i am doing exercise since a month but see minimal improvement. what tests should be done?is operation needed or exercise will help?

Accepted Answer

Glute/back weakness: Have you had physical therapy?  Please see your doctor who can arrange that for you if he/she feels it will be useful.    Peace and good health.

Question 8

37yo male 5'4" currently 190 pounds. i need to lose some weight to help with a back problem. how much weight would you think i could lose a week from reduced caorie intake and light to moderate exercise, without losing too much muscle?

Accepted Answer

: Aim to lose about 2 pounds per month. It is important that you are combining exercise and diet. Please note that as you lose weight, will need to reduce caloric intake further to maintain the pace of weight loss.

Question 9

i have a back problem l5.lately at night i get so stuff it hurts to move my legs. what can i do? i take anti-inflammatory i went pt and i do exercises

Accepted Answer

You could have--: -spinal stenosis. a sign is that the distance you walk at 1 time gets shorter as the years go by, and you find you have to rest a while due to leg pain, and then get going again. I would see a fellowship trained spine surgeon. I prefer ortho, but I am prejudice. also do well with neurosurgeon.

Question 10

what can i do if i have back problems?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Back problems are very common, it is estimated that 60-80 percent of Americans have back problems bad enough that they seek medical care.  Thankfully, the natural history of many cases is very benign.  If your problem is mild, you can self treat with rest, exercises, maintaining good body weight, etc.  if severe, don't hesitate to be evaluated.

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I used to do 100 situps daily,i stopped a week ago due to serious back problems. what other exercises to do rather than situps to have flat stomach?

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What are some exercises to help my back problems?

A member asked:

Are weight or are strength exercises better for back problems?

A member asked:

Is pilates exercise good for back problems?

A member asked:

After i retired last year, my wife and i began walking for exercise to help the back problem i have had for years. i have noticed over the past

A member asked:

Can lack of exercise cause back problems?

A member asked:

32yrold. glute weakness esp right side since a year because of which i get back problems as well. i am doing exercise since a month but see minimal improvement. what tests should be done?is operation needed or exercise will help?

A member asked:

37yo male 5'4" currently 190 pounds. i need to lose some weight to help with a back problem. how much weight would you think i could lose a week from reduced caorie intake and light to moderate exercise, without losing too much muscle?

A member asked:

I have a back problem l5.lately at night i get so stuff it hurts to move my legs. what can i do? i take anti-inflammatory i went pt and i do exercises

A member asked:

What can i do if i have back problems?

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