Exercise Do’s & Don’ts

It is beneficial to pursue moderate and sensible forms of exercise, to strengthen the muscles and make the body more resistant to mechanical stresses but …

Here are some exercise Do’s & Don’ts:

Do’s:

1. Gym exercises performed respecting the correct lumbar curve.
2. Walk, swim and cycle with correct postures.
3. Jump from one foot to the other on a mini trampoline.
4. Listen to your body – pain is a warning signal. Stop or adapt.
5. Rest when needed

Don’ts:

1. Avoid rounding, bending and twisting exercises which reverse the lumbar curve.

1. Avoid rounding, bending and twisting exercises which reverse the lumbar curve.
2. No toe-touching or twisting movements.
3. Do not repeat movements too much or perform them with force.
4. No sit-ups or lying on the back and raising both legs without bending them.

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