285. Constant Back Pain - Are Your Hip Flexors to Blame?

Struggling with low back pain? What if the key to improving a cranky back was actually in your hips? Listener Heather asks: “My low back has been flaring up like crazy lately. I went to the chiropractor and showed him where I hurt, and he mentioned that my psoas muscle could be to blame. So, can you explain this to me - why would my psoas muscle make my back hurt? And then what should be my game plan to help this?” Thanks for asking, Heather! Take a listen to this quick episode chock-full of tips to help tackle low back pain. I’ll explain exactly what the psoas muscle is and why it might be causing you back pain. We’ll review stretches and exercises that can both treat current pain and help prevent future flare-ups. I’ll teach you tricks for trigger point release that can help relieve pain (spoiler: you’ll want your foam roller handy!). You don’t have to live with back pain - and I can help you tackle the issue at the source! Taking listener questions!!! Do you have a question about your self-care that you need help with? Just head to www.vigeofit.com/ask to submit your question, and I’ll answer it for you on an upcoming Friday episode. More Resources Experiencing constant back pain & need targeted stretching relief? Click here for Megan’s Back & Hip Fix program! Ask Megan your burning question here Follow Megan on Instagram

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Megan Dahlman, certified trainer and nutrition coach, is on a mission to help every woman - no matter her age - feel strong, healthy and confident in her body. In a culture that overcomplicates everything, this podcast will be a breath of fresh air! Self Care Simplified meets you right where you’re at, giving you simple, sustainable tips so you can feel fully functional and pain-free—in your 40s, 50s, 60s and beyond. If you're looking for expert self-care advice combined with grace-filled motivation to help you feel your physical best, this is it!