Do you suffer from all that working from home? Get rid of back problems by ensuring strong muscles, good balance and smart posture with these 3 tips.
Proper hydration is also important for your back. The intervertebral discs of your back consist largely of water and they act as natural shock absorbers for your body. If you drink too little, the intervertebral discs can also do their job less well. In addition, back complaints often start because the muscles around it become cramped and yes, you guessed it:they also need sufficient water.
Read also: 'How do you prevent back problems by working from home?'
A balance board workout is an easy way to strengthen your back muscles. At the same time you train your core and your balance. The idea is that you stay upright on the balance board and wobble as little as possible. The more you practice on the balance board, the better and faster your muscles will respond. This also strengthens the coordination of your back muscles, so that you have less chance of back pain. Do this exercise for a few minutes a day, for example while watching TV or brushing your teeth. You can buy a balance board from about fifteen euros.
It is often claimed that walking in heels is bad for your back, but scientific research does not support this yet. In practice, the negative effect also appears to be not too bad. Only if you walk for more than twelve hours in a row in high heels every day, can that cause back pain in the long run. Again, variety is important. If you put on flat shoes after a day in heels, there is nothing to worry about.
In the October issue of Santé you will find even more tips and also a lot of plank exercises that can strengthen your back in 5 minutes a day!
