09-16-2019 16:12
09-16-2019 16:12
Hi,
just asking for some opinions/advice.
I get a sore lower back after performing lower body training, a trainer at the gym advised its a symptom of tight hip flexor muscles, they also looked at my form when I squat and advised those muscles are also weak. So that's great.
They then showed me a collection of stretches and recommended using the roller to stretch them out, and exercises to strengthen them.
so my question.
Do I continue training my lower body and ignore the discomfort or hang back for a couple of weeks and concentrate on stretching out these muscles?
thanks
V
09-17-2019 08:02
09-17-2019 08:02
So, I don't have any kind of medical background or knowledge, so take what I say with a grain of salt. But from personal experience, easing back and making sure your hip flexors are stronger will help you in the long run.
When I was training for a half-marathon, my hip flexors would get so tight and it would be painful after a long run. I eased back on the mileage and focused on cross-training, and it helped wonders.
I don't know if you should entirely cut out your lower-body work, but maybe put more focus on the stretching.
09-21-2019 11:51
09-21-2019 11:51
ignoring discomfort is never a good idea no matter the circumstance. if you start to feel better with the stretching, you can maybe introduce a little back into your routine but if you ignore it, you may cause more damage than good.
Elena | Pennsylvania
09-25-2019 17:04
09-25-2019 17:04
Hi Guys,
thanks for your feedback
After a couple of weeks stretching and rolling and searching the internet for answers, I thought I should get a professionals opinion.
Heading to a physio apt on Monday 🙂
09-27-2019 13:59
09-27-2019 13:59
That's probably the best decision! I hope everything goes well!