The Nordstick video ad

Most people think the best thing for low back pain is rest ❌ … but in reality, the opposite is true. 
Intentional & proper movement is one of the most effective ways to reduce pain, build resilience, & break the flare-up cycle. ✨ Flexion, extension, rotation — moving in different planes helps desensitize the nervous system and improve circulation.
✨ Start small if you need to: walking, standing up/sitting down, or gentle hip movement are great ways to begin.
✨ As soon as you can tolerate it, strengthening your back will help reduce pain, build resilience to daily stress, & cut down flare-ups. The bench I’m using here is the @thenordstick NordBench — one of my favorite tools for safely training back extensions & posterior chain strength from home. 👉 Every person and every injury is different — but if you’re stuck in the pain → rest → flare cycle, movement could be your way out. 
Comment or DM “BACK” and let’s get you moving again. #physicaltherapy #rehabilitation #iam1stphorm #lowbackpain #crossfit #homeexercise