I have back pain(lower and neck) and apparently (my mom said this is one of the reasons for back pain is because my i lean forward (something to do with my pelvis). I got to a chiropractor and i get massages(rarley..but i am getting one soon...goody goody gum drops)but my back still hurts. So someone suggested that i try yoga so i am going to classes but i wanted to try a little before i go. Does anyone have some suggestions that are good for my back and neck?
Thu, 07/05/2007 - 6:54pm
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yoga is AMAZING!!! It helps digestion, sleep, you name it. I'd totally look into it, your body will thank you! 
Thu, 07/05/2007 - 7:01pm
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Yoga is terrific for the back. When I'm not doing it, I have trouble again. Once I start back up, I''m so much better. Good luck!
Thu, 07/05/2007 - 7:22pm
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I do not know anything about yoga. If it will tone me and keep me slim then I am willing to learn..I think.exercise isn't mine thing.
Thu, 07/05/2007 - 8:01pm
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I don't know much about it but good luck LTB and let us know if you get into it and how it goes for you.
Fri, 07/06/2007 - 5:38am
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Never had the time but wish I did. I need a little balance right now in my life 
Let us know if it helps. 
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Fri, 07/06/2007 - 8:04am
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Yoga actually cured my lower back pain! I'd definitely recommend getting a book like David Swenson's Ashtanga Yoga, or Beryl Bender Birch's Power Yoga (both are available through Amazon, or are most likely at Barnes & Noble or Borders).
Here are some poses that help my lower back:
Any forward bends, such as , Head to Knee, or Seated Straddle.
Hip openers are great too like Wide Squat, Pigeon, and Double Pigeon. I like to hang out in these poses for a couple minutes.
Twists feel great too such as Twisting Extended Side Angle.
Backbending poses like Camel might feel good, but I wouldn't recommend pushing yourself too hard, and always follow a backbending pose with a forward bend.
My back pain started when I was 13 and continued for many years. I went to a chiropractor, which helped a little, but he wasn't getting to the root of the problem which was - I needed to get off the couch and move my body!
I started going to yoga classes twice a week at first and then moved it up to 3 times a week. The consistent stretching and strengthening of all my muscles - especially the poses that targeted my belly, hips, and back - eliminated all my back pain within a few weeks. I hope it works for you too!
Tue, 07/10/2007 - 4:13pm
Fit Sugar has a group dedicated to yoga. Let me find it and I will post the link for you.