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Prevent back pain with core work and supplements
If you have low back pain, you’re not alone. 80% of all Americans experience lower back pain at some point in their lives, according to the American Academy of Physical Medicine and rehabilitation. So why not just go see a doctor and get some pain pills? That’s a bad idea because:
What about a chiropractor? Yes, chiropractors are good for temporary relief of pain because they can realign your spine…but if you don’t address the root cause of misalignment, your back will go out again. For most people who suffer from lower back pain, there are several root causes of spinal misalignment or muscle pain:
If you work at a desk all day, pay attention to how you sit. Your feet should be flat on the floor, your lower back should be straight, and your shoulders should not be rounded forwards. If you do a lot of driving, put a small pillow behind your lower back to support it, and avoid rounding your shoulders forward. Gerry Morton, CEO of EnergyFirst, has these suggestions for adding strength and flexibility to your core muscles:
The great thing about stability balls is that they force you to use all the little stabilizer muscles in order to balance yourself on the ball. Just like cars don’t run well on low-octane fuel, your body needs optimum nutrition to support a healthy back. One of the best supplements available for aching backs is Energy First’s Pain and Inflammation Blend. Whether you suffer from chronic low back pain or have just temporarily thrown your back out of alignment, Pain and Inflammation Blend will help your body respond to pain and swelling safely and effectively. More tips on how you can prevent debilitating back pain can be found by visiting Building Stronger Joints. Gerry Morton, CEO of EnergyFirst, is an experienced athlete who has competed in 30+ marathons and 4 Ironman triathlons. Gerry is an excellent source of information on nutrition, supplementation and exercise. Since 1997, he has been educating and motivating others on how to attain peak performance. |
EnergyFirst, a leading company in the all-natural protein and supplement industry, was founded in 1997. We, at EnergyFirst, believe that everyone can benefit from drinking a protein shake whether the goal is optimal nutrition in a meal replacement, an easy and healthy breakfast alternative, a weight loss aid, or a protein supplement for athletes. We also believe that your protein shake should be 100% natural and delicious. Nutritionist, educator, athlete, and EnergyFirst's CEO, Gerry Morton is committed to providing customers with all natural, science-based, effective products for optimal nutrition, weight loss, and a healthy lifestyle.
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