Is single leg exercise good or bad for the lumbar spine?

Single-leg sitting is sitting in meditation with one leg. Many people who like to exercise will choose to practice this movement. However, any exercise should be done within one's ability. Generally speaking, single-plate exercises will not affect the lumbar spine. However, if the amount of exercise is excessive or the lumbar spine is not in good condition, this exercise is not recommended. In addition, in daily life, everyone should also pay attention to the protection of the lumbar spine. The specific protection methods are as follows:

1. The correct posture when washing should be to squat with your knees slightly bent, and then bend forward. This can greatly reduce the pressure on the lumbar intervertebral disc. In addition, the washbasin should not be placed too low to avoid excessive flexion of the lumbar spine and increase the burden on the waist. The temperature of the bathroom should not be too low when washing, and the floor should be non-slip to avoid slipping and falling.

2. When washing clothes, the basin should not be too low to prevent excessive forward bending of the waist. Do not straighten your back immediately after washing. You should move slightly before straightening your back to prevent spraining your waist. The clothesline should not be too high to prevent the waist from being excessively extended when drying clothes. When washing clothes, it is best to prepare several basins to use alternately. Do not bend over to pick up clothes and carry water to prevent back sprains and induce lumbar disc herniation.

3. When working in the kitchen, if the kitchen utensils are not used properly, they should be adjusted appropriately. Otherwise, excessive flexion or extension of the waist can easily cause lumbar sprain and induce lumbar disc herniation. Stove and sink. The height of the chopping board should be such that you have to bend over slightly when operating it. Pay attention to ventilation in the kitchen, but avoid drafts that may cause your waist to get cold.

4. The seat should be of appropriate height and size. Do not sit on a small stool or low sofa. The seat height should be such that the angle between the thigh and the upper body is greater than 90 degrees. The seat must be firm and not shaky. There have been cases where chair legs suddenly broke and people fell, causing lumbar disc herniation.

5. Pay attention to rest, combine work and rest, and prevent excessive fatigue; prevent the waist from being stimulated by external injuries and cold and other adverse factors; perform appropriate physical exercises, especially strengthening waist muscle exercises. These measures can effectively prevent and alleviate strain on the lumbar muscles and intervertebral discs.

6. When lifting heavy objects, be sure to do so within your ability. If you think you can lift it, do not use too much force. First, move your waist and limbs, get your breath in shape, then slowly lift the object, and gently put it down after moving it into place.