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<h2>Hydration: </h2>
The low back is made up of five individual vertebrae and numerous supportive muscles. In between the vertebrae sit discs that help provide cushion to the spine, and these muscles and discs are made up of more than 70% water. When the muscles become dehydrated, they become short, dense and stiff. When the discs become dehydrated, they can shrink – causing an increased risk of wear and tear on the spinal segments. 
It’s important to try and reach half your body weight in fluid ounces of water on a daily basis to give the muscle and discs the hydration they need to function. For those dealing with muscle spasms, consider supplementing your water intake with <a href="https://tb12sports.com/shop/products/tb12-electrolytes-1" target="_blank" rel="noopener">TB12 Electrolytes</a>, as muscle spasms can often be triggered by chemical imbalances that lead to impaired signaling by our nerves. Supply your body with the electrolytes needed to make sure those nerves function properly. 
<h2>Nutrition: </h2>
The foods we eat play a significant role in the way we feel and function. The key is identifying what foods have the potential to raise or lower our body’s overall level of inflammation. Whenever we experience pain, there is always a degree of inflammation occurring that contributes to our sense of discomfort. Managing levels of inflammation through nutrition is a key part of maintaining a healthy back. 
Limiting your intake of white grains (white bread, potatoes, chips), fried foods, processed/red meats, dairy, gluten and sugars in excess is a good start toward minimizing pro-inflammatory options. We emphasize diets high in seasonal vegetables, fresh fruits, lean meats, and healthy fats to optimize anti-inflammatory properties within the body. For more information, <a href="http://wp.tb12sports.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/TB12-Ebook-Guidelines-10.30.pdf">check out our </a>TB12 Nutrition Guide.

<h2>Functional Exercise: </h2>
To protect our lower back, it’s important to build stability around our lower spine and pelvis. Our pelvis and hips act as the foundation to our lumbar spine. To promote a stable base for the spine to sit, we need to train our gluteal and hip muscles to function at their best. We also need to train our core muscles to stabilize the spine and reduce the impact activity has on our lower backs. 
Here are four simple exercises you should incorporate into your daily routine to help eliminate and prevent future episodes of low back pain:

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<h2>Pliability: </h2>
Pliability describes a state of muscle. A pliable muscle is able to activate to 100% muscle function when needed, and fully relax and contract when not needed. Pliable tissue is adequately nourished and hydrated, as well as resilient and resistant to injury. For example, core muscles that are pliable are able protect the low back to their full potential when performing dynamic activity. Pliable low back muscles are able to avoid excessive strain by relaxing when they are not being used. 
Our <a href="https://tb12sports.com/shop/products/tb12-vibrating-pliability-roller">TB12 Vibrating Pliability Roller</a> is a crucial tool for anybody dealing with low back pain. These devices are able to reduce tension and restore optimal function in the muscles that support the low back – all of which will help alleviate the pain and discomfort you feel in that area.
Here are a few key areas to focus on when doing pliability for your lower back pain:

Four Easy Ways to Fix Your Lower Back Pain

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Glute Bridge

Lateral Band Walks

Pallof Press

Bird Dog

Low Back

Glutes

Quads

Hamstrings

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TB12™ Vibrating Pliability Roller

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