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Title: what to do to strengthen lower back...
Post by: chrisg on March 12, 2006, 12:01:09 AM
I have two barbells, dumbbells, and plenty of weights. What exercises can I do to strengthen my lower back? It's the weakest part of my physique, probably cuz I threw it out a couple years ago carrying ready-to-assemble furniture at work. I have a back belt and I'm crazy about proper form so I don't think I have to worry about getting injured again. Thanks.
Title: Re: what to do to strengthen lower back...
Post by: king on March 12, 2006, 01:08:39 PM
deadlifts
Title: Re: what to do to strengthen lower back...
Post by: pumpster on March 12, 2006, 01:25:21 PM
Already answered the same question from you.
http://www.getbig.com/boards/index.php?topic=59077.0
Title: Re: what to do to strengthen lower back...
Post by: haider on March 12, 2006, 01:35:25 PM
I dont know how high reps on deadlifts could be a good idea, mainly because of form degradation, which only gets worse as you do more reps. IMO, reps should be low, even if the weight is moderate. Also can try regripping every rep after standing back up each rep.
Title: Re: what to do to strengthen lower back...
Post by: pumpster on March 12, 2006, 05:52:39 PM
If he's prepared to put stress on the back, there's no point in taking it easy with moderate reps. I'd do just light back exercises but if he wants to push it then high reps using light-moderate weight is the best way, other than doing hyperextensions.
Title: Re: what to do to strengthen lower back...
Post by: haider on March 13, 2006, 11:54:55 AM
that doesnt answer anything..
Title: Re: what to do to strengthen lower back...
Post by: chrisg on March 17, 2006, 01:15:13 PM
Already answered the same question from you.
http://www.getbig.com/boards/index.php?topic=59077.0

Right, I forgot that I had posted that. It was on a list of things I wanted to do and I couldn't remember if I posted the question or not. Thanks anyway. My bad.