Short hamstrings/ weak abs

[Darius186]

Hey everyone. New to this forums
I recently started weightlifting on a 3 days split. I recently starting lifting because k have a anterior pelvic tilt and humpback. Most of the symptoms went away due to stretching and strengthening. But I recently started having low back pain due to really short hamstrings and weak abs. I'm about a foot from touching the floor when trying to touch my toes. I've done stretches but if I skip a day it's gets worse. I'm really at a loss because I want to be healthy but this is one of the challenges. Is there anything I'm doing wrong?

[davisj3537]

Hey everyone. New to this forums
I recently started weightlifting on a 3 days split. I recently starting lifting because k have a anterior pelvic tilt and humpback. Most of the symptoms went away due to stretching and strengthening. But I recently started having low back pain due to really short hamstrings and weak abs. I'm about a foot from touching the floor when trying to touch my toes. I've done stretches but if I skip a day it's gets worse. I'm really at a loss because I want to be healthy but this is one of the challenges. Is there anything I'm doing wrong?

You need to see a specialist for posture. You won't fix this on your own. Short hamstrings aren't your problem.

[Radicalnotions]

Short hamstrings aren't the problem. Weak glutes probably are.

[Jackal005]

General core weakness is more likely to be the issue than short hamstrings. The hamstrings may just be in a stretched position due to the pelvic tilt, giving the illusion of shortness. This means that excessive stretching of the hamstrings could actually cause more harm than good.

As a general recommendation I would suggest looking into proper performance deadbug variations and planks, with a focus on correct breathing and rib positioning. A good way to test your issue is to perform a hamstring stretch and note the degree of flexibility, then run through some core stability exercises and retest the hamstrings. If the flexibility has improved after 'resetting' the core then your issue may well just be core weakness.

Davisj is correct though. In order to get really good advice you need to consult with somebody who is suitably qualified, preferably face to face so they can examine you.