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Sciatica<\/strong>: Total Gym Exercises for Long-Term Relief <\/strong><\/p>\n

Part 1 of 3: Strength<\/strong><\/p>\n

Maria Sollon, MS, CSCS, PES<\/p>\n

Picture this: It\u2019s a new day, a fresh start\u2026 You wake up, ready to tackle the day, but as soon as you attempt to rise from your slumber, a lightning bolt of pain shoots down your leg, leaving you crippled with discomfort. Sounds familiar? You\u2019re not alone.<\/p>\n

Sciatica affects millions worldwide, dampening spirits and hindering mobility. But don\u2019t get discouraged, because amidst the shadows of discomfort lies a beacon of hope with your trusty Total Gym!<\/p>\n

Demystifying Sciatica<\/strong><\/p>\n

So, what exactly is sciatica? Simply put, it\u2019s like an unwelcome guest crashing your body\u2019s party, causing chaos and discomfort.<\/p>\n

Sciatica stems from compression or irritation of the sciatic nerve, which spans from your lower back down to your legs. This pesky nerve mishap can manifest as a shooting pain, tingling sensation, or numbness, making mundane tasks like sitting, standing, or even walking a Herculean feat!\u00a0 If you have ever experienced this feeling,\u00a0 you can agree that it\u2019s an unwanted pain that is not welcome in your daily world!<\/p>\n

The Power of Exercise<\/strong><\/p>\n

Now, onto the good stuff\u2026 exercise. Contrary to popular belief, movement isn\u2019t the enemy, rather it\u2019s the unsung hero in this saga of discomfort. Movement helps your body function at optimal levels, even when in pain or discomfort.\u00a0 The most important part is to understand what your body needs, how to perform the specific movements with control and proper form, and being consistent.<\/p>\n

Exercise Adjustments<\/strong><\/p>\n

IF you are used to being active, it may be tough not doing your norm!\u00a0 You may have to train your mind to slow down and take a different approach so you can rebuild the lacked strength of your spine.\u00a0 IF you are new to moving and want to start feeling better, the hardest thing is to just make the decision and start!\u00a0 So- take things slow and in small doses to help your body develop a strength foundation to regenerate mobility, and this will contribute to helping alleviate the symptoms of discomfort.<\/p>\n

Total Gym Intervention<\/strong><\/p>\n

Your Total Gym equipment is your trusty sidekick in the battle against sciatica. We can agree, that the Total Gym is a versatile piece of equipment that can be put to work in a multifaceted manor to achieve specific goals.\u00a0 The equipment offers a low-impact, full-body workout that strengthens muscles, improves flexibility, and enhances overall mobility, all while sparing your sensitive sciatic nerve from unnecessary strain!<\/p>\n

Are you ready to have a sciatic intervention on your Total Gym??\u00a0 It cant hurt more \u2013 right?! (No pun intended!)<\/p>\n

Total Gym <\/u><\/strong>STRENGTH Exercises for Sciatica Relief<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n

In order to keep the pain and discomfort at bay, it\u2019s imperative to keep your joints and surrounding tissues strong.\u00a0 Take time to learn, practice, and perfect these strength\u00a0 exercises on your Total Gym and look forward to alleviating that pain for good!<\/p>\n

Set Up:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Level:<\/strong> Set your incline to a low-medium level so that the glide board accommodates your strength and flexibility.<\/p>\n

Accessory:<\/strong> Squat Stand<\/p>\n

Directions:<\/strong><\/p>\n