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5 Tips To Help You Avoid Back Injuries In The Gym
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Raychelle Muhammad
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Back injuries are no joke. Anyone who has ever had one (which is the majority of the population) isn't laughing. Back injuries may be caused by lifting heavy weight, twisting either improperly or beyond your range of motion, or by sudden movements.

All of these may cause muscle and ligament tears, strains, spasms, and other soft tissue ailments. While not as serious as injuries to the spinal column, vertebrae, or spinal cord, soft tissue injuries can grossly limit your ability to perform basic daily tasks.

The lumbar spine is made up of five motion segments. The majority of your back movements take place in the two lowest segments and are most prone to injury over time due to repeated use.

Here' the good news, many back injuries are preventable. Here are five of SpineHealth.com's top ways to protect your low back from injury!

About Raychelle Muhammad

Raychelle Muhammad is a freelance writer, blogger, and marketing manager. She has a Bachelor's degree in sports management and has been blogging since 2006. Raychelle writes mostly about social justice, crime, urban matters, and pop culture. When she isn't working, you can find her doting on her teenage daughter or hitting the gym.

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