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Nellie
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Posted 6 Months, 1 Week ago #1
Hi
I am just over 40 with quite a bad lower back. I love the notion of Kayaking, and would love to get into the sport, but I am wondering how much joy it would bring me taking into account my back...? I would like to know if it a good Idea to start with this, or would I be setting myself up for disappointment?
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Posted 6 Months, 1 Week ago #2
Nellie - I used to have back problems. Kayaking actually helped my back. You sit up straight and the rotation with your arms builds muscles.
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Posted 6 Months, 1 Week ago #3
Best thing to do is talk to your Doc of course.You can always rent one for a weekend and see how it feels and go from there.
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Posted 6 Months ago #4
I find that kayaking has helped strengthen my back. The key though is insuring you have a good fitting kayak and seat with proper back support. I've experienced some time in "cheap seated" kayaks and that only results in worse back issues...
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Posted 6 Months ago #5
The Key is to take it slow,and take breaks when paddling A good backband will support your lower back and good Kayaking posture will also help. White cell is right most rec/begininner type boats dont have a backband ,however they can be installed. Try lots of boats.
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