Protect your back when moving heavy things

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In this video I discuss why 20% of people injure their low backs. This happens when people pull instead of pushing heavy weight. Pushing heavy weight keeps your low back straight, uses your body weight and legs to move the object. When you pull, your low back is at risk of bending which can strain…

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The WORST movement for your lower back

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In this video I demonstrate one of the most common ways to injure your low back and possibly damage your lumbar discs. Bending and twisting at the same time is a HUGE mistake and it is one of the most common reasons for disc herniations. Avoid this movement at all costs. Instead, use your legs…

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Best exercises for a lumbar disc herniation

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If you’re suffering from low back pain due to a disc herniation, you should be doing extension exercises to help alleviate your pain and symptoms. Extension exercises help by pushing the herniated disc towards its original position through a process called centralization.     Did you like the information in this video?  Click the buttons below…

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