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Old 07-06-2007, 05:31 AM   #21
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Originally Posted by weese17 View Post
My problem is that I'm already hyperflexible -- I can do the splits in either direction w/o even warming up. So the stretches that would normally be a challenge for someone are just within my normal range of motion. I think I will start doing yoga again more frequently - it did seem to help my lower back a few months ago.
Sounds like your problem is more likely to be in stability and control - or maybe a penchant for over extension of teh lower back (just because you can, it's not always a good idea to do it). Pilates may help.
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