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Strength Training with Back Problems (Lifting "Heavy" in Midlife) | Ep 320
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If you have back issues, you might think heavy lifting isn't for you.
Millions of people struggling with back pain believe they should avoid challenging exercises - especially heavy lifting.
But what if avoiding heavier weights is actually keeping you from building the strong, resilient body and back that you need?
Today we're answering a listener question from Kristen (a 51-year old woman with chronic back problems) about strength training with back issues and challenging conventional wisdom about what's actually good for your back.
Main Takeaways:
- Understanding the counterintuitive relationship between strength training and back health
- Why most people's approach to back problems may be making things worse
- The critical mental shift needed for successful strength development
- How to build confidence through proper technique and progression
- The surprising connection between rehabilitation and strength training
Timestamps:
0:01 - Strength training with back problems
3:22 - Common back issues with age
4:47 - 3 key principles for training for a stronger back
12:30 - How to start training effectively
16:09 - Fears of re-injury
22:18 - The surprising overlap between rehab and training
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Chapters
1. Strength Training with Back Problems (Lifting "Heavy" in Midlife) | Ep 320 (00:00:00)
2. The Back Pain Paradox (00:00:01)
3. The Stronger Back Paradox Explained (00:05:04)
4. Progressive Overload is Non-Negotiable (00:07:25)
5. Movement Patterns Over Machines (00:10:08)
6. Breaking the Fear-Avoidance Cycle (00:13:04)
7. Training and Rehab Are One (00:21:29)
457 episodes
Strength Training with Back Problems (Lifting "Heavy" in Midlife) | Ep 320
Wits & Weights | Fat Loss, Nutrition, & Strength Training for Lifters
Manage episode 482203476 series 2997456
Submit a question for the podcast (and get a personal reply plus a shoutout) at witsandweights.com/question
--
If you have back issues, you might think heavy lifting isn't for you.
Millions of people struggling with back pain believe they should avoid challenging exercises - especially heavy lifting.
But what if avoiding heavier weights is actually keeping you from building the strong, resilient body and back that you need?
Today we're answering a listener question from Kristen (a 51-year old woman with chronic back problems) about strength training with back issues and challenging conventional wisdom about what's actually good for your back.
Main Takeaways:
- Understanding the counterintuitive relationship between strength training and back health
- Why most people's approach to back problems may be making things worse
- The critical mental shift needed for successful strength development
- How to build confidence through proper technique and progression
- The surprising connection between rehabilitation and strength training
Timestamps:
0:01 - Strength training with back problems
3:22 - Common back issues with age
4:47 - 3 key principles for training for a stronger back
12:30 - How to start training effectively
16:09 - Fears of re-injury
22:18 - The surprising overlap between rehab and training
👩💻 Book a FREE 15-Minute Rapid Nutrition Assessment:
https://witsandweights.com/free-call
🎓 Get your first challenge + 2 weeks FREE in Wits & Weights Physique University (WWPU)
👥 Join our Facebook community for live Q&As & support
👋 Let's connect! Ask a question, get my FREE newsletter, or find me on Instagram
📱 Try MacroFactor for free with code WITSANDWEIGHTS
🏋️♀️ Download Boostcamp for free for evidence-based workout programs
🫙 Get 20% off Legion supplements with code WITSpod
Chapters
1. Strength Training with Back Problems (Lifting "Heavy" in Midlife) | Ep 320 (00:00:00)
2. The Back Pain Paradox (00:00:01)
3. The Stronger Back Paradox Explained (00:05:04)
4. Progressive Overload is Non-Negotiable (00:07:25)
5. Movement Patterns Over Machines (00:10:08)
6. Breaking the Fear-Avoidance Cycle (00:13:04)
7. Training and Rehab Are One (00:21:29)
457 episodes
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