Back Pain & Posture Correction
Back Pain & Posture Correction Through Functional Training
Back pain and poor posture are among the most common issues people face, often caused by a combination of muscle imbalances, sitting too much, and years of faulty movement patterns. Whether it shows up as stiffness, chronic discomfort, or random flare-ups, it can limit your ability to move freely and feel good in your body.
The good news? Many cases of back pain can be reduced—or even resolved—by focusing on posture correction, alignment, and core stability. With the right training approach, you can strengthen the muscles that support your spine, improve movement patterns, and restore long-term function.
My Approach to Strength & Mobility Training
Poor posture – Sitting or standing with rounded shoulders, a forward head position, or an arched lower back places constant stress on the spine.
Weak or tight back muscles – When the muscles in your back are either underused or chronically tight, they can become achy, fatigued, and more prone to injury.
Weak core and support muscles – If the muscles that stabilize your spine aren’t doing their job, your back often picks up the slack—leading to pain and compensation.
Repetitive movement patterns – Years of moving or sitting in the same way can create imbalances that lead to discomfort.
Tight or imbalanced muscles – Stiffness in the hips, hamstrings, or shoulders can throw off movement mechanics and put extra strain on the lower back.
By identifying and addressing these issues, you can relieve pain, restore alignment, and prevent future problems.
Why Back Pain Happens
Back pain isn’t just about the spine—it’s often the result of dysfunction elsewhere in the body. Some of the most common causes include:
Poor posture is often a symptom—not the root cause. Muscle imbalances from daily habits, past injuries, lack of movement, or faulty movement patterns can pull the body out of alignment and strain the spine.
Spinal alignment – A neutral spine helps distribute load evenly and reduces stress on discs, joints, and muscles.
Pelvic position – Tight hip flexors combined with weak glutes or core muscles can tilt the pelvis forward, creating excess tension in the lower back.
Head and shoulder position – Forward head posture and rounded shoulders often reflect upper-body compensation. This pattern is usually caused by tight chest muscles, weak deep neck flexors, overactive upper traps, and underactive lower traps—leading to shoulder and neck strain.
Faulty movement patterns – Repetitive compensations in how you sit, stand, lift, or walk can reinforce pain and dysfunction over time.
Posture & Muscle Imbalances
These imbalances don’t just affect how you look—they impact how you move, breathe, and feel. By addressing the underlying muscle dysfunction, correcting movement patterns, and restoring proper alignment, you can reduce pain, improve how your body functions, and feel better throughout the day.
Training Safely & Making Lasting Improvements
If you’re dealing with chronic back pain or stiffness, we take a careful and progressive approach to restoring proper movement. The goal isn’t just temporary relief—it’s creating long-term change by retraining your body to move correctly.
Through a combination of targeted strength exercises, mobility work, and posture awareness, we can help you move better, feel stronger, and reduce pain for good.
Process
My Approach to Back Pain & Posture Correction
Rather than just treating the symptoms of back pain, I focus on addressing the root causes. My approach includes:
Identify the Root Cause
Back pain isn’t always simple. It can come from muscular imbalances, postural habits, past injuries, disc issues, or even how you breathe and manage stress. I start by identifying what’s really driving the pain.
Restore Posture and Mobility
We improve alignment by restoring mobility in the hips, spine, and shoulders—releasing tension, improving joint function, and laying the foundation for better movement.
Rebuild Support and Stability
I target the core, glutes, and other stabilizers to take pressure off the lower back and re-train your body to move with balance and control.
Reinforce with Better Movement
You’ll learn proper mechanics for lifting, bending, and moving—so you stay pain-free, confident, and strong in the real world.
Reduced tension and discomfort in the lower, mid, and upper back
Better spinal alignment and balanced muscle engagement
Improved mobility and flexibility in the hips, shoulders, and spine
Less stiffness when sitting, standing, or walking for long periods
Increased strength, stability, and control for pain-free, confident movement
The Benefits of Posture & Movement Correction
When you improve your posture, correct faulty movement patterns, and strengthen the right muscles, you’ll notice:
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815 NE Halsey St, Portland, OR 97232
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evan@fit-inmotion.com
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Tired of back pain, stiffness, or poor posture slowing you down?
I’ll help you identify the root cause—whether it’s muscle imbalances, faulty movement patterns, or alignment issues—so you can build strength, restore balance, and move pain-free with confidence.
Schedule your free consultation today.
