What should feel sore after doing squats?
admin | Nov 17, 2007 | 3 comments
Greatest Ever? asked:
I just started doing squats and the main thing that feels sore is my lower back. I do not feel any sharp pain so I’m pretty sure I did not pull anything, but I’m wondering if this is normal.
Nyasia
I just started doing squats and the main thing that feels sore is my lower back. I do not feel any sharp pain so I’m pretty sure I did not pull anything, but I’m wondering if this is normal.
Nyasia
Filed Under: Cardio
number 1: awesome that you’re doing squats!!!
and yes it is normal for your lower back to be sore after squatting. it gets a lot of strain holding that extra weight up on your back. if that sore feeling doesnt go away, you should have it checked out, but its normal.
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ummm. most of the time my quads, my hamstrings and my ass is really sore.
almost cant walk down the stairs lol.
If you have good form, your lower back should not really be feeling sore. But that is assuming you already have good core development.
The squat is great for working the muscles from your waist down. It is also good for your stabilizer muscles from your shoulders down. I avoid lifting belts. They are a crutch and really only good for maximum lifts. Without using a belt, you force your core muscles to support your torso. I also do not use any pads on the bar. If your lats are in good shape, the bar should fit without any trouble. Find that spot.
If your back is sore, I suggest starting with light squats for high reps. This will train your body to the movement. Then increase your weight. Make sure that your lower back is not rounded outward. Your spine should be in a neutral position, that is, the lower back should have a slight curve forward.
After a good squat workout, I can barely walk the next day. But, my lower back is never sore. I love squats!