{"id":19173,"date":"2018-09-10T15:49:13","date_gmt":"2018-09-10T15:49:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.zeel.com\/blog\/?p=19173"},"modified":"2018-09-10T15:49:13","modified_gmt":"2018-09-10T15:49:13","slug":"the-3-best-stretches-for-lower-back-pain","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.zeel.com\/blog\/lifestyle\/the-3-best-stretches-for-lower-back-pain\/","title":{"rendered":"The 3 Best Stretches For Lower Back Pain"},"content":{"rendered":"

Today we\u2019re talking about the three most effective stretches to relieve low back pain<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Before you run out to buy a spandex outfit or search Spotify for a jazzercise playlist, I\u2019ll tell you right off the bat that this stretching routine can be done pretty much so anytime and anywhere which makes it office friendly for those long days when there\u2019s no time to grab a yoga mat and head to the local gym or studio.<\/p>\n

Because really, we\u2019re all short on time, and self-care that can be done anywhere is easier to work into your daily wellness ritual.<\/p>\n

Back pain has many different causes<\/a>, but both acute and chronic low back pain can usually benefit from certain kinds of gentle movement.<\/p>\n

Whether your pain stems from an old injury or a recent sprain, you can still improve your range of motion and feel more comfortable by incorporating stretches into your daily routine. Just five minutes a day can go a long way towards becoming pain-free.<\/p>\n

Will Stretching Actually Make A Difference For You?<\/h2>\n

You may have heard that daily stretching can help keep you both heal and avoid injury, but just why is stretching so important?<\/p>\n

Here\u2019s the reader\u2019s digest version: long and loose muscles are happy and healthy, and chronically shortened, tight muscles are painful and tense. Stretching elongates and loosens the muscles, momentarily taking them out from under the loads they typically bear, which allows them the rest they need to stay healthy.<\/p>\n

Sound good? Great! Now let\u2019s go over a manageable 5-minute stretching routine to reduce your back pain.<\/p>\n

Setting The Stage For Stretching Success<\/h2>\n

Before you jump into these stretches, make sure you\u2019ve set the stage for them to work their magic.<\/p>\n

Warm up the back and core before this routine by doing some gentle walking, standing in place while reaching side to side, and getting any blanket, cushion, or pad you\u2019ll use for your knees during the stretches.<\/p>\n

Laying down a towel, yoga mat, or just ensuring you\u2019re on a carpeted surface may make these stretches more comfortable. Or you can try my personal favorite, stretching on the warm grass outside!<\/p>\n

Stretch #1: Child\u2019s Pose<\/h2>\n

Why it helps<\/h4>\n

This stretch helps to neutralize any overextension of the lumbar spine (the lowest portion of your spine) by putting it into deep flexion, encouraging joint mobility<\/a> and reducing spinal stiffness<\/a>.
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