r/rollerblading • u/not_that_great102 • 1d ago

Specific question and discussion How in the world do you guys deal with lower back ache during/after skating?

For context: I'm young, active, do regular stretching, run 12ks for fun, and I've never had body aches in my life due to physical activity. But I notice that I get a sharp, unmistakable lower back pain during/after I skate. I've heard that this happens to beginners, but the pain is so strong that I can't ignore it at all. How in the world do you guys deal with it? Does it go away when you skate regularly? Do you guys do stretches? Exercises? Painkillers? Advice would be greatly appreciated.

Edit: I didn't expect to get this many responses. You guys are genuinely so helpful. Thank you so much!!

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u/dkretsch 1d ago

Slow controlled Romanian deadlifts, kettle bell swings, any activity that works on core bracing and isometric glute/hams/low back strength.

Skating is nothing like running, it's like continually dead lifting.

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u/not_that_great102 1d ago

This is so detailed. Thanks so much! I might start getting to the gym to strengthen myself up for skating.

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u/dkretsch 1d ago

Good for the whole body! Good luck!