Cardio Without Running to Account for Back Pain

Rowing

Rowing

Other forms of cardio that are better for your back

Here is a list of cardio workouts that limit the amount of stress to your back: 

  • Swimming 
  • Elliptical
  • Cycling
  • Rowing
  • Walking
  • Body weight training

All of these activities give you a full range of cardio benefits while minimizing the trauma that your back incurs along the way. But variety is important: each of these activities will condition a specific set of muscles and exclude others. However, if you are suffering from back pain, it is important to make your sport account for your condition. Do not continue with a sport that is causing you pain. 

Back pain in Homewood

At our office in Houston, we are committed to helping people find solutions for their particular health concerns. Don’t let back pain stop you from reaping the full benefits of cardiovascular exercise. Let us help you reduce pain and improve function so that you can continue enjoying activities that help you feel better.