Strong Glutes & Back Pain - 5 Exercise Protocol FIXES Weak Butt

[@Criticalbench]

*FREE 5-MINUTE GLUTE WORKOUT: www.criticalbench.com/yt/glutes

[@savannahanderson1136]

Thank you!

[@MarineVeteran99]

Everyone with lower back pain listen up. I'm a 41 year old man who was struggling with lower back pain for years. I started to do my own research on what excercises I could do to get rid of my lower back pain. Glutes, glutes, glutes. I just do straight leg kickbacks and glute bridges about twice a week at home for about 5 mins. Making sure I really concentrate on my glutes. After several weeks to month I noticed I wasn't waking up to back pain in the morning, it wasn't hurting to put on my socks and boots anymore and my lower back felt stronger and better. This stuff works.

[@Criticalbench]

Thanks for sharing and we are so happy to hear that you no longer wake up to back pain.

[@cheriseadre]

Thanks for sharing your experience, gives me hope!!!

[@JDXOGG]

Was yours pain or like a pump? I get crazy muscle pumps in ,y low back

[@donroka1]

I have disc protrusion which in general doesn't hurt me, but with some excercises if done in some periode of time it strarts hurting me and it lasts one week 2 week 2 weeks and etc. right now it hurts, and it started after doing glute bridges, so I don't know will I continue with it, or maybe I am not doing it properly, but I think I do do it properly, also just to mention, I have anterior pelvic tilt and that's why I started doing hip flexros strech and glutes bridge

[@saraiday1646]

@@donroka1en you do your bridges try doing them with your toes pointed up and your heel is the only part of the foot on the floor. Make sure your legs are spread apart. once you push up off the floor, just hold your butt in the air for like 5 seconds and then go back down. Warm up before you do these.

[@mitchellmitchell6938]

I tried everything.... then I found jiu jitsu. It fixed my back. Getting contorted and having to use the whole body and tons of core has really helped

[@Criticalbench]

Happy to hear that

[@zombineutral]

Thats crazy, I got a herniated disk from Jiu-jitsu. Really it was a combination of poor posture and being contorted by my rolling partner. Glad to hear Jiu-jitsu helped you though

[@henryp9600]

Second this

[@stephenlennartz3466]

Coach Brian is SPOT ON with this! I injured my back in December of 2019 and went through primary care, chiropractic, a board certified pain specialist and even had a surgical consult with a neurosurgeon who said, "Good news! You're not a candidate for a back surgery." Great. I can't walk what should I do? "Just hang in there." Really? That's the best you can do? So I took step back and found a different PT with extensive history and success treating backs. Within a 10 minute assessment he correctly diagnosed the need to focus on the periformis. I had immediate relief in just one visit! Still some work to do but I'm feeling significantly better--the best I've felt in 5 months! Looking forward to trying these exercises that focus on the periformis! Thank you for posting.

[@Criticalbench]

You're welcome, Stephen. We hope this helps bring some relief your way and you feel better soon!

[@sureshmutum695]

My back pain instantly gone. I recommend this video to everyone with back pain. This video is the best solution for lower back pain

[@BeFitnomenal]

Yes very informative.

[@maximusilive4theking986]

What he says is true, I dealt with lower back pain since my early 20s and I was a slim dude. I spend thousands of dollars in therapy and chiropractors and although it worked and felt good at the moment, a week or 2 later I was back to step one. I started following jeff cavalier and pretty much said the same thing this dude said, "glutes" I started working out my glutes and along with core and my back pain went away. No money spend needed, no machines or massages needed, just pure isolation glute exercises. For men, some of these do at home, not the gym or you'll end up on youtube.

[@Criticalbench]

Thanks for watching

[@aaronshafer5513]

I could not have said it better. Strong glutes and core keep that back pain away.

[@MrJoeyBoombotz]

Jeff is awesome.

[@jurubatubaze]

Jeff Cavaliere is perfect!

[@soheal3674]

hey im having the same issue, my posture is very bad what did you do to fix it?

[@josephemolinaro6474]

My posture and lower back was on fire for years. These exercises really helped me tremendously. Thank you

[@Criticalbench]

You're welcome

[@pavansp3967]

This has been a great help for me to overcome the pain that i was going through from past 6 months due a minor injury happen at the gym. Have been following these workouts from a couple of months and I’m amazed by the positive results.

[@Criticalbench]

Sounds like it's working really well for you. Keep at it! 👍

[@katalinarodriguez1109]

Thank you so much for your video! Earlier today I took Advil because my lower back was hurting after yesterday’s gym session and just a few a minutes ago I was ready to skip the gym today because even after Advil it was still hurting!!! I decided to give these exercises a try and my lower back pain went away in just one session!!! I will be doing these everyday!!! Thank you so much!!!!

[@Criticalbench]

You're welcome

[@kristinlee9485]

THANK YOU!!! I had severe back pain which I suspected was related to my glutes. I did your stretches and literally felt an improvement from one session! :)

[@yasotay]

Huge help! I can’t thank you enough. Multiple PTs have failed to resolved my concern until now. Thanks

[@Criticalbench]

Glad we could help

[@alnajirlani8785]

I want to do this glute exercise. Cause currently I am having a lower back pain and it's not a joke that sometimes you can't stand at all. Every weekend I have a massage therapy, been almost 2 months in the session already. Looking forward once I'll start this one it'll help me relieve the pain, and improve health condition over all. I think I need to start investing for some materials needed. Thanks for this video. 🙏

[@jasperrenaldo7367]

This stretch of going down on one knee has given me instant relief from lower back pain

[@Criticalbench]

That's great!

[@sherryluo3089]

I did this and my low back pain is gone! Thank you!

[@Criticalbench]

You're welcome

[@prashantsurwade3582]

Really

[@SalmanKhan-ph4zp]

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[@kijacob2277]

Your back is a complex area with a lot of muscles and pain-points caused due to a wide variety of reasons. For those who have identified it with weak glutes and could not hit the pain spot earlier, this is a very good video, awesome work!

[@Criticalbench]

Thank you so much! 💯

[@terrylaguardia6838]

Thank you! I just think the severe pain protocol should come first. If you were looking for content to help with severe lower back pain you’d know that it absolutely should come first.

[@Criticalbench]

Thank you for the feedback

[@wonderwomanx1268]

Another great video Brian. Sending this to my massage Clients with lower back pain and weak glutes. Thank you 🙏🏼

[@Criticalbench]

You're welcome! Stay tuned for more videos like this! 👍

[@zeetomas4039]

Just started physical therapy, but I am glad that I found your videos. Very helpful; since I only planned to go a few times to get a routine for my bad back pains. Which I was told that I have weak glutes and that where my pain comes from. Thanks.

[@Criticalbench]

You're welcome!

[@RickMartinYouTube]

Happy to say other than the use of resistance bands (I do this on my own), I do all of these in my yoga classes regularly. Can't say enough for incorporating yoga into your fitness routine weekly. Or watch YT vids - there are many good yoga instructional vids available.

[@Lone-Wolf-66]

I have an L4/5 disc injury, this routine helps so much..! Thanks 😁

[@donjuan130]

I did some of these and I could feel my back pain relaxing 👍

[@Criticalbench]

That is great

[@wilsonacero6722]

I have tried lot of exercises, gone to physiotherapy, but none of that could fix my back pain. Thanks for your video, you have solved my problem.

[@JimmyVu415]

wilson acero How do you feel now? Hope all is well

[@loveisallweneedify]

Thanks for the video , I just tried this and it really worked out for me. I seat most of the time and my lower back was hurting, I advise to anyone to try this if they are Im the same situation as me . Thanks again ☺️

[@Criticalbench]

Glad it helped, Jenifer!

[@Spork123able]

I've struggled with back pain for years. I found I've had Bursitis of the right hip for several months, I think from the repetutive motion from cycling. Thanks for the video. My right glute is definitely weak.

[@ThatsWatUGet1234]

I’d love to see a video of exercises that can help with preventing a labral tear in the shoulder. I recently had surgery to repair mine, and want to make sure I’m doing the appropriate exercises to hopefully better prevent any future injuries of this type. Thanks!

[@Criticalbench]

Have you checked out our other videos?

[@snehanumerologist3065]

You r ultimate. I couldn’t stop myself from saying this. You save my life as I was thinking of dying due to severe pain in my butt and legs. I don’t remember the last night of sound sleep . Thanks a lot once again.

[@Criticalbench]

We're really glad to know this has helped you!

[@tellyclemmons4]

Dude I'm gonna look like an ass sitting on a tennis ball all the time...that felt SO good! My back is so messed up after a rough pregnancy but it feels so much better and I actually enjoyed your video. Ty.ty.ty!

[@Criticalbench]

Thanks for watching

[@kazangap9548]

Seems to help anterior pelvic tilt also. Great video.

[@Criticalbench]

Thanks for watching!

[@07FreshMaker]

Thank you so much man!!!☺️ Really!! This is what I have been needing so bad and you just gave a whole jam packed video with it all in one.. YOURE THE BEST!!!!

[@Criticalbench]

You're welcome. We're glad you've found this video :-)

[@eversunnyguy]

Excellent tips. I have been using some of these but this video has more !

[@Criticalbench]

Awesome! Go ahead and give these exercises a try!

[@trroop17forever]

Thanks for this. After working a job that requires constant sitting, plus 200 mg of Noassetol daily, my glutes are non-existent. I used to squat almost 300lbs, but I've let myself go. Now I have sciatica waking me up at night for the first time ever; sucks.

[@JimmyVu415]

Papa Savage How do you feel now hope all is well

[@trroop17forever]

@@JimmyVu415 not bad! Thanks! Much improved!

[@JimmyVu415]

Papa Savage awesome! Did these exercises help you?

[@trroop17forever]

@@JimmyVu415 Yes they did, plus a few others my chiropractor suggested.

[@mayliangchiang5375]

Thank you so much. Now I can add your exercises to help releasing my butt muscle pain. God bless you.

[@Criticalbench]

You're welcome

[@michaelplascencia4492]

Great results🤙🏼

[@Criticalbench]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@bigwilfybear5894]

I’ve got back lower back and knee pains can’t even train legs now because knees are so bad barley bend I’ve been told to just do band glute stuff to sort it out

[@Criticalbench]

Sorry to hear about your knees ... here is a link to one of our videos that is specific for people with sore knees, that may be helpful >>> kzbin.info/www/bejne/bpmTeYSpiJ2pkM0 Band exercises are a great idea too!

[@bigwilfybear5894]

@@Criticalbench Cheers I will do that a few times a week

[@doloresgreen5457]

Awesome! Thank you for sharing, I'll start doing them tomorrow, how often do you recommend them? I have mild lower back pain and I'm a runner so I know this will help me a lot 🙌

[@LoftyProduction]

Id like to comment as somebody who has had this for years and has finally found a no nonsense approach to fixing it. For the first time in years i can sleep on my back without ANY discomfort. As a cavaet, this is what is working for ME. First of all, forget all these poncy videos that have you doing all sorts of silly stretches and glute bridges, and rolling around like jane fonda. I have been there and done it. It doesnt work. The reason none of it works, is because in my opinion its all been over complicated. Everyones read a text book and jumped on the band wagon. You will always hear "stretch your hip flexors" well no... because they will just snap back into their taught position. Whats working for ME? Get your numbers up on thr following. 1. Leg press 2. Seated leg curl 3. Seated cable row with v handle 4. Seal rows Tip for leg press and leg curl you will NEED to start with a low range of motion and build up from there. Keep your glutes squeezed during every rep. Done.

[@Criticalbench]

We are so happy to hear that you found what works for you and are consistently working with that. Thank you for sharing this with us.

[@GeorgeMathias]

Thank you. Explained it really well.

[@Criticalbench]

You are welcome!

[@VueN92]

Thank you for the advice! Been having lbp for the longest time.

[@Criticalbench]

You're welcome!

[@wow863]

God bless you, this really helped me.

[@Criticalbench]

Glad it helped!

[@human.943]

Thank you for this very informative video!

[@Criticalbench]

You are so welcome!

[@omairsaeed8503]

Thanks man, very educational videos. I've been suffering with lower back pain for over 4 years now. Did my surgery in 2017 and still not recovered 100%. Do you guys offer any type of specialized programs for my case? Thanks

[@Criticalbench]

We do. Have you heard about our 'Unlock Your Hip Flexors' or 'Unlock Your Glutes' program? Hips: www.criticalbench.com/growth/psoas2 Glutes: www.criticalbench.com/growth/unlock-glutes Take a look at those. That's what we recommend!

[@frankmateus8036]

Hey coach Brian!Thanks for this informative video.I will be applying this protocol to my routine.

[@jmzsil]

I have 11cm gap in my left hip. Could this be the reason it seems my sciatica nerve is in mild to moderate pain occasionally? When I was younger, I was into athletics and seldom had issues. This just makes sense that lower back pain is/can be more than a era core. Thanks for the tip. I just watched another KZbin video on this particular point of weak lower back. Two different styles yet both are a positive information to implement into my workout.

[@aberhan]

Definitely will try this

[@Criticalbench]

Awesome! We can't wait for you to try it :-)

[@oneproudginger2276]

Worked Immediately ❤️

[@Criticalbench]

Awesome!! Looks like it's working well for you... Keep at it 👍

[@allaspects204]

Thank you, and I even went ahead and downloaded the glute workout pdf! Very helpful

[@Criticalbench]

That's great to hear Tra'Von! Glad to be of help.

[@greenbeans8927]

Amazing stuff. Can't believe how much the pigeon pose helped! Thanks for posting this.

[@Criticalbench]

We're so glad it's working well for you! Keep at it!! :-)

[@Ra123Ra]

Glad I found this video- thanks! 🙏🏾

[@Criticalbench]

Right on time 👊

[@C63Bez]

This is a great video. A lot of people these days suffer from this and it causes their lower back pain. How do i strengthen my glutes to a good level though? I have massive quads, and when i leg press of squat i barely feel my glutes even when i deliberately target them. My squat and deadlift suffer as a result.

[@Criticalbench]

Thanks for your comment

[@thordoomskullsplitter5124]

The bottom position of the Olympic squat is where glutes get hit hard. Pause at the bottom and partial reps at the bottom. Pistol squats with emphasis on the bottom position too

[@frankmackii904]

Thank you for posting.

[@Criticalbench]

You're welcome. Stay tuned for more :-)

[@tarawilkins92]

Awesome detailed video I love pigeon and foam rolling it really helped my knee. What are your thoughts on the 90/ 90 stretch?

[@Criticalbench]

90/90 is great with a posterior pelvic tilt, dorsi flexed foot and a lateral bend. 🙂

[@tarawilkins92]

Criticalbench the thing I don’t really feel with 90/90 in the back leg. Are we supposed to feel inner thigh there? Or put a prop there when there’s a gap?

[@PremJay]

Excellent tips. Thanks a lot! I definitely agree with all you said. It worked for me.

[@Criticalbench]

So glad it worked for you. Thanks for watching!

[@deanhowburg7271]

Planning to start these my lower back on a cycle becomes a bit painful and I think it's because of my glutes and weak core

[@raykirton6301]

Coming back from right side injury..........would I get benefit doing the first 2 exercises in a half standing position............. until working on the floor?

[@johncabbot2478]

I started getting back pain after doing glute exercises. Any suggestions or will it fade-away?

[@Criticalbench]

Be sure to get that checked to make sure there is no underlying issue. If a doctor tells you there is not, you may want to make sure you are also doing core exercises as that usually helps to reduce back pain.

[@philipjoehanna]

As somebody who has suffered from disc bulges and disc herniation majority of his adult life. I felt unable to deal with my problem. Due to the fact that I sit anywhere from 7 to 10 hours a day due to my work this further worsens my pain and have very tight hip flexors. A shooting nerve pain issue running down the back of my leg on my left side and loss of stability and strength in my glut has caused great concern. I've seen some of the top sports medicine doctors, neurologist have had two MRIs all of which point to a disc bulge but no solution and refief. I've even hired a personal trainer for 6 months to see if they can help with the situation as well as physio but only temporarily relief. If I didn't work out within 2 days the pain came back. I even dropped 25 pounds down to 205. Nothing has helped me as much as this video. I believe that the activation glut squeezes have awoken muscles that have been asleep for some time. I now see that this whole time going into workouts would never work as key muscles were never engaged. I'm able to work now with minimal pain and feel great like my old self. Thank you for sharing this amazing video. I have only been doing it for two days but notice a hugh difference. I even went out today to grab a foam roller and work out bands. I will update my progress in a weeks time. Me and my family thank you!

[@Criticalbench]

So glad to hear of your improvements & yes please keep us posted!

[@noiddnk]

I read through free 5 mins workout and have question that Should I avoid do forward bend or every post that related to forward bend ( in Yoga post)? My problem is that I lie on my back on the bed and have my lower back pain. Thank you for the clear explaination video.

[@Criticalbench]

Have you consulted with your doctor about your lower back pain? We have several videos on our channel with stretches and mobility exercises that may help with your lower back pain.

[@mandielou]

The pigeon pose has been a huge relief for me. if I don't do that everyday at least, my sciatica comes back. My sciatica gets so bad to where if I were to try to stand up, I'd pass out from the extreme rush of pain. I have sclerosis, herniated discs(3), advanced degenerative disc disease, mild stenosis bone spurs, kyphosis... these are in my neck and lower spine... some of them are in both areas😩😞😧😭 streaching has kept me from having to go to a pain clinic, I still have pain once in awhile but it's tolerable. I don't want to be on pills. ...

[@jorgeandrescoppiano]

Amanda Peterson thanks for sharing! You are strong! Carry on with daily stretches. You will beat it!

[@adamcotton1295]

Try stretching your lats using a resistance band attached above you

[@deepakrawatji]

Take care and keep stretching

[@Old_meg]

same that pose is what gets me through my uni lectures!

[@SheriDin]

Sounds like my problems. Add daily walking to ur routine. It helped me soon much. I wish I had started earlier. Been suffering for so many years. I will add the pigeon pose daily. Thanks for sharing. Hope 2019 sees us in better condition. 👍

[@personaldevelopmentwithmom8798]

Kindly make the video how to fix trapizus muscel pain and why it happened

[@michaelplascencia4492]

Great results

[@Criticalbench]

Thank you!

[@theundeadvision]

Can working the glutes and the lower back help tailbone pain?

[@Criticalbench]

It will help to alleviate some of that pain by building greater core strength and spinal support.

[@theundeadvision]

@@Criticalbench thank you

[@theundeadvision]

@@Criticalbench can tailbone pain shrink the spine?

[@spartacus871]

great video Brian!!

[@aman_rav]

Sir i have lower back left side pain over the Glutes . I m cricketer and i bowling than i feel pain otherwise no . So tell me

[@Criticalbench]

Tell you what? I'm not sure what your question is. Have you seen your doctor or a physio?

[@aman_rav]

@@Criticalbench i have a pain when i bowling in cricket match. Pain at lower back left side so tell me best exercise

[@cwsing7230]

I did dr berg back pain stretches

[@dallanharmon296]

RICE is no longer a thing even the guy who coined the term admits that rest and ice don’t work. Ice reduces swelling heat and pain but those are there for a reason. Ice delays healing and should only be used if the swelling is REALLY bad. Likewise not moving the injury should only be used in the case that moving it could cause further injury. In other cases putting the injury through its range of motion can help so it heals correctly. Rest and ice treat symptoms not injuries. In fact icing a injury for longer than 5 minutes is actually damaging to the injured area.

[@Criticalbench]

Thank you for your feedback

[@lucya8916]

05:37 I've stood up and put the front leg on a wall; I've found that method really effective.

[@Criticalbench]

Thanks for supporting the channel!

[@fuckoff5800]

I had lower back pain for like 3 years I started running every morning and never had a problem again , lower back pain is worse than a toothache for me try running 20 min every day before breakfast. That works for me.

[@fuckoff5800]

I feel like when I streached it just separate my last vertebrate and hurts I can't even do chinups like running is good but when I hang it destroys my disk can you tell me how to fix this ?

[@Criticalbench]

So glad it worked for you!

[@neumichel]

What is up with the controversy in online training in which some people say that static stretching the hip flexors is usually suggested for everyone but, in effect, that's the wrong way to go about it. Instead the recommend strength and mobility (and by suggestion, stretching dynamically)?

[@Criticalbench]

The controversy its because everyone needs are completely different and require different methods to address the issue. From a rehabilitation standpoint static stretching of the hip isn't as impactful as strengthening the hip.

[@jakegrant2623]

How often would you recommend doing these exercises? Twice a week? Three times? Daily? Thanks!

[@jamesomukan2007]

Great work

[@callielou7]

Thank you, thank you, thank you!

[@Criticalbench]

You're very welcome

[@BlueShadow777]

Speaking as an osteopath of 30 years private practice (and a lifelong sportsman myself), I commend your video. Generally, very good. However, I have to comment on your first exercise (the hip-flexor one)... Your demonstration of this one does not sufficiently address the main hip-flexor: the psoas muscle. The insertion tendon of the psoas attaches to the lesser trochanter of the femur and can be palpated very deeply in the groin and *not* the front of the thigh. Therefore, although, your demonstrated ‘position’ is almost correct, it needs to be more pronounced. This is achieved by leaning the upper body (from the hip) backwards while simultaneously pushing that side of the pelvis forward more exaggeratedly than what you’ve shown. Once you feel a powerful stretch *deep in the groin* (by this, I mean the crease between your ‘privates’ and the thigh), then the psoas, and to an extent the iliacus (which, together, form the iliopsoas) is being adequately stretched. This is then the position to hold. The position you’ve demonstrated stretches merely the rectus femoris which, although helping in hip flexion, is not the primary hip-flexor. Having said all this, one should be aware of other factors and conditions that may contraindicate using this type of stretch (too complex to go into everything here, though). Additionally, I should state that people should be careful with the ‘pigeon’ pose/stretch. Although it’s good, people should be careful with their knee, as the position forces the knee into (in an extreme sense) a position it’s not designed for. This is a particularly apt warning for those with existing knee problems or predisposition towards knee problems. One final thing, the piriformis acts also as an accessory in external hip rotation. Good video though.

[@Criticalbench]

Thank you Daniele, I appreciate your comments and I respectfully take them given your expertise and your well-thought remarks. And what you said makes perfect sense to me, the trouble lies in getting this complicated information to the general population from a video platform. Next time I will be more aware of mentioning contraindications and will do my best to dig a little deeper into addressing root issues from an anatomy & physiology stand point. Again, thank you! -Coach Brian.

[@BlueShadow777]

No prob. You're very good, though. Great presenter/presentation. You know your stuff!

[@Criticalbench]

Daniele Iannarelli I appreciate that! Thanks for the support.

[@BlueShadow777]

Rainbow Rising i. I don’t understand what you’re talking about. ii. My name is “Daniele” (Italian MALE form), and NOT ‘Danielle’ (French FEMALE form).

[@JustDontMove111]

@@BlueShadow777 Mrs know it all :)

[@kevinbrown209]

Thank you !

[@Criticalbench]

You're welcome! Stay tuned for more!

[@pkm41116]

Thank you for this guidelines..

[@Criticalbench]

Your welcome. Glad you find this helpful.

[@bengaliTq]

Thank you feel much better relief. And subscribed. Cheers

[@andrewconway8805]

Great videos .. feel better already .. when I do the glute bridge the top back of my hamstrings cramp up .. do you know what I'm doing wrong ?

[@florida199]

Thank you , much appreciated .

[@Criticalbench]

You're welcome

[@junaidaamir1922]

Sir can I go for traction method as my doctor suggested me for my chronic back pain??

[@Criticalbench]

Always heed your doctors advice.

[@junaidaamir1922]

@@Criticalbench I'm actually frustrated sir I did hell lot of excersise n stresses since 7-8months I'm stuck with this pain n no relief yet now its increasing day by day causing obstruction in my studies..god knows he' s holding ahead of my life

[@glockinshpiel]

I could watch you do the prone glute squeeze all day long

[@Criticalbench]

You should do it, too 🍑

[@glockinshpiel]

Criticalbench - I actually tried haha, but I feel like I’m doing more damage my back is all clenched when I try to get the outward extension on. Oh well, practice makes perfect I guess. 👊🏻

[@isaiahdavidespinas8739]

Is it ok to do this pre work out?

[@Criticalbench]

Yes

[@R1559]

I got a 6mm disc bulge l4-l5 is that bad? Fixable???

[@Criticalbench]

This is a question you need to ask your doctor

[@R1559]

I am going for 1st epidural at the end of the month fingers crossed

[@billgatesleavingyamomshous8177]

Watching this Video made me tired, Think I'll have a Beer. Great job today

[@terrenchowells9791]

my girlfriend was arrogant enough to think she had no muscle weaknesses and then she woke up, one morning and her back was screwed. Suffice to say she s less vocal now... and humble

[@ffcc3431]

What should i do on my rest days when im not doing these exercises and strecthes? ice or heat? or just chill?

[@Criticalbench]

Rest . . . that is why they are called rest days. Or do something you enjoy for fun . . . bike ride with the family : )

[@joseftrujillo2732]

I wanted to ask what do you mean by poor balance? Can it make you feel unsteady especially while sitting?

[@eidalqhtani7138]

You are the man

[@Criticalbench]

Thanks!

[@yousofzaid872]

How do I get the posterior pelvic tilt during the glute bridge

[@m80A]

Squeeze your abs and glutes on every rep. If it helps, try having your back flat on the floor, perhaps with no arch.

[@manishbhaskar5268]

Brian you save my back

[@Criticalbench]

Love it!

[@Lightbearer1991]

The days after i hammer my glutes i have zero back pain. I noticed when my glutes are sore they are way more active when bending, walking, squatting.

[@Criticalbench]

100% people are clueless how important glute strength is for general health including the back.

[@vikaskumar-uv6ep]

Thankyou

[@Criticalbench]

You’re welcome 😊

[@activelife1844]

Thanks for the info

[@Criticalbench]

You're welcome

[@wskn9061]

Thanks a lot

[@Criticalbench]

You're welcome! Thanks for watching

[@vertigohan]

Is swimming a good exercise for lower back pain relief?

[@CHlY_-le2bf]

What does it mean if i start shaking spasming in hip core area during the second one also during hip bridge hips sway side to side after 10 seconds, i work on the computer a lot, when i lower left left from hip height 90 degrees back lower left pops when i straighten that leg out knee pops left side.

[@Criticalbench]

Sounds like it could be muscle weakness & imbalance but you may want to get your doctors official diagnosis to rule out nerve damage or something more serious.

[@CHlY_-le2bf]

@@Criticalbench im going to therapist place called select physical therapy, is there a area of nerves you think could cause the problem that i should ask for them to look at specifically? if muscle weakness and imbalance, could i talk to u somehow to figure out what it might be and try to find it i have kik snapchat for im

[@missellendiane]

A++++ what a well done vid- Sharing to Ashford Fitness Society on fb- It's a pleasure to see someone who really knows their sh-t:)

[@Criticalbench]

Thanks so much. I appreciate that!

[@Sonia-ds6sc]

Can weak glutes cause back pain when squatting, deadlifting and doing upper body exercises like the lat pull down?

[@Criticalbench]

Yes, but idk about the Lat Pull down part...but it's totally possible.

[@libertyfirst4083]

Thank you for this! Tried to download the glute workout. System told me invalid email. Yeah. No. :) It's valid. Oh, well. I'll watch more of your videos.

[@Criticalbench]

Sorry to hear it told you "invalid email"! Give it another try, and if it doesn't work, let us know and we'll see how we can get that workout to you!

[@victoriaavramova8965]

Hey, I just want to ask are they safe for buldging disc in lower back?

[@Criticalbench]

With any pre-existing conditions you're going to want to consult your Primary Physician before attempting exercises. In general, movement is medicine, and strengthening your back is going to be important for your health.

[@asn_avalan24]

Hello Sir! I have disc bulge. Can I do these exercise for that?

[@Criticalbench]

Honestly, it's hard to say without knowing your history better. I highly recommend that with bulging discs you get properly evaluated by a therapist or chiropractor. I'm sure over time that many of these exercises would be beneficial and or appropriate.

[@asn_avalan24]

Thanks Sir.

[@armandogallegos8723]

Thanks!

[@Criticalbench]

You're welcome

[@JDXOGG]

Will this help with spinal stenosis? I don’t have bad pain. More feels like a pump. I’ll bend down like 4 times and it flares up.