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Fruit of the contemplative life: => Health, healing and fitness => : KriyaYogi February 24, 2023, 12:01:11 AM

: Back problems on retreat
: KriyaYogi February 24, 2023, 12:01:11 AM
I have been on full time retreat for about a year.  Usually during the day I tend to sit in one upright position for long periods of time and this week I noticed some back pain and difficulty bending.  I am wondering if this is related to my retreat and common for other praticioners as well as if there is a suggested solution.

-David
: Re: Back problems on retreat
: Jhanananda February 24, 2023, 08:17:18 PM
You might try a daily hatha yoga practice.  It helps me when on retreat.
: Re: Back problems on retreat
: KriyaYogi February 24, 2023, 09:21:44 PM
Very cool.  I have started my changing my pillow to something more supportive.

-David
: Re: Back problems on retreat
: Jhanananda February 25, 2023, 05:59:06 PM
Another thing one might try when meditating for long periods is elevating your rear on a pillow until your knees touch the floor.  This will reduce stress on the back.