Thread: lower back pain when doing sprints

1) check hip flexor tightness
2) look at sprint technique and pelvic position
3) look at overal gait mechanics
4) assess soft tissue quality
5) monitor volume and intensity of sprints
6) make sure there is sufficient rest between work bouts
7) don't sprint 100% all the time (just like lifting, you wouldn't hit 1RMs everytime you are in the gym).
8) look at overall training program (running and lifting)
9) make sure that you have reached a level of preparation that allows you to carry out the work you are trying to do

Originally Posted by P-funk

1) check hip flexor tightness
2) look at sprint technique and pelvic position
3) look at overal gait mechanics
4) assess soft tissue quality
5) monitor volume and intensity of sprints
6) make sure there is sufficient rest between work bouts
7) don't sprint 100% all the time (just like lifting, you wouldn't hit 1RMs everytime you are in the gym).
8) look at overall training program (running and lifting)
9) make sure that you have reached a level of preparation that allows you to carry out the work you are trying to do

Solid advice. I think it would also be helpful to know some history. Have you ever injured that area before? Does any other exercise or movement currently, or has it previously, bothered the affected area?