Running with back ache

[Ronsma]

Anyone else find that jogging makes their back ache? My back hurts like hell especially as I am starting to run for longer ( I'm on week 6). Don't know whether to continue or not 😟

[SlowLoris]

As you tire it’s easy to let your posture slip. Stay upright and straighten your spine. Keep reminding yourself even if it slows you down a bit. Engage your glutes slightly and you should feel your pelvis straighten up.

[Ronsma Graduate in reply to SlowLoris]

Thank you I'll give that a go !

[Sadie-runs Graduate]

I used to have this, when I first started running. Strengthening my core (with Pilates) and glutes sorted it out! A strong core is crucial, especially on longer runs. x

[Ronsma Graduate in reply to Sadie-runs]

Thank you - I've just started yoga so hope this will help

[RunRunRun13 Graduate]

I also got lower back ache on a few of my runs so have tried to do the plank for short periods everyday to help with core strength and it’s helped. I only manage about 30 seconds though but every little helps ! 😂 Don’t give up though as you have come so far

[Ronsma Graduate in reply to RunRunRun13]

I've just started a yoga class so I'm hoping this will help - I will definitely try to plank daily ! Thanks for the advice !

[DianaTrapani in reply to Ronsma]

Don’t forget child’s pose to stretch the muscles! I find it really helps

[Ronsma Graduate in reply to DianaTrapani]

Love child's pose !

[micey2 Graduate]

Hi, Have you got good running shoes fitted after a gait analysis? The impact of running will travel into your spine. I was having bother until I splurged on mine, a world of difference. As the others say it could be just some core strength you need but proper footwear has been key for me, Good luck!

[IannodaTruffe Mentor]

Planks and bridges!!!!

Runners need good core strength.

[Pinkpig20 Graduate]

Yoga and Pilates will help, and if you go to a class you can do some of the exercises at home too. I didn’t realise how important core strength is.