Exercises For Hurt Your Back

Back pain is a major issue for many. If you haven’t yet experienced it, odds are you will. According to the American Association of Neurological Surgeons, 75 to 85 percent of Americans will experience back pain during their lifetimes. Many cases are attributed to mechanical stress and strain, says as Gunnar Andersson, M.D., professor and chairman emeritus of the Department of Orthopedic Surgery at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago. On top of that, if you’re doing exercises that place more stress on your back due to improper technique, back pain is even more likely to occur. So make sure that doesn’t happen by checking your form on the following popular exercises -- some of which are actually prescribed to help ease back pain -- or eliminate them completely from your workout if you’re more prone to back pain. There’s never one right or one wrong exercise for any individual or situation, especially for someone who experiences back pain. If you ever experience back pain (not just muscle soreness) during a workout, it’s important that you stop doing that exercise and consult your doctor or physical therapist. And if you’re ever unsure of how to do an exercise properly, hiring a personal trainer for even one session can save your back from future pain.