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Avoiding lower-back pain when engaging in weightlifting is often achievable by taking simple precautions and maintaining correct posture. Safety begins with proper form, which includes firmly planted feet and maintaining a straight back while being careful not to lift from the spine.
The two major types of back pain involve flexion-based and extension-based dysfunctions. Flexion issues are most common in today’s office-bound society and can be alleviated by proper posture while sitting at the desk and taking breaks for short walks or stretching exercises throughout the day.
By contrast, extension-based dysfunctions are most common among those who work out or participate in athletics regularly. One type occurs when the pelvis is overextended, or positioned in an anterior tilt, for an extended period. When experiencing this type of pain, avoid exercises that can exacerbate the problem such as back extensions and squats until the pain goes away and mobility is restored.
