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Not something I generally suffer with. However, I am now and it seems to coincide with my increased level of activity and particularly the running. Has anyone else had a similar experience and any tips on what I might be doing wrong to feel this way ? 

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Old_troutGraduate

I've developed a back problem too so I'd be interested to hear this as well. My problem is a tightness of the muscles in my lower back that is a steady dull ache that eases off as I move about gently but increases after exercise. We need to look after backs but I don't think it's bad enough to worry s doctor with at the same time I wonder if I'm doing more damage. 

in reply to Old_trout

Mine sounds just like that almost feels like my kidney area sometimes.

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B0bPGraduate

Running makes demands on your core. It may just be that you need to do a few core strength exercises.

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Eatcakeandrun

I used to get back ache after running, but it's not nearly so bad now - since doing more core strength work (which I do not particularly like doing!). But it's worth it - sit ups, plank etc. 

in reply to Eatcakeandrun

Don't like the sound of that but wi give it a try cheers.

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Old_troutGraduate in reply to Eatcakeandrun

Eurgh! Planks??? However I'm sure that core strengthening is the answer, thanks, and I'll let you know how it all goes!

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