08/24/2026
A strong core is useful, but crunches are not a shield. What protects your back is timing, not size. The deep muscles need to switch on a fraction before you lift, twist or reach, and your hips, glutes and breathing all share that job. If any part of the sequence is late, your spine absorbs what the rest should have handled. That is what our free back discomfort screening looks for. Twenty minutes, no charge, and a plan aimed at the garden, the kids and the weekend rather than the gym mirror.
Our FREE Back screenings are the first step towards helping you towards better comfort and movement: https://balancewithinpt.com/free-discovery-consult/