Lower back feels tight after rows

[1996wastheish]

After i finish a set of barbell or db rows as i begin to stand up straight again my lower back feels super tight and stiff for around 5-10 seconds then it feels fine again, i have to be careful not to straighten up too quickly or it feels like it will hurt like hell, its weird, i have no pain any other time, no pain during the lifts only when i start to stand up again and straiten my back and it only lasts a few seconds.

[SuffolkPunch]

I recommend doing some exercises specifically for lower back - such as hypers. Also, hip abductions are a good accessory for the upper glute (which is often implicated in low back issues).

[BromanianDL]

After i finish a set of barbell or db rows as i begin to stand up straight again my lower back feels super tight and stiff for around 5-10 seconds then it feels fine again, i have to be careful not to straighten up too quickly or it feels like it will hurt like hell, its weird, i have no pain any other time, no pain during the lifts only when i start to stand up again and straiten my back and it only lasts a few seconds.

Make sure you are bracing your abs, and that you are not rounding your lower back. If you are new to this lift, then it's just muscle weakness. If this has been happening for months, then it's probably bad form and you should stop and fix it.

[A4min]

In addition to all the above, try leaning your ass on the wall whilst doing rows for a while until you strengthen your back. It should take off some pressure

[air2fakie]

A little lower back soreness is ok, but given what you're describing you may want to consider:

- You may be lifting too heavy for yourself. If you improve form and squeeze your shoulder blades at the top, you may be able to get better results and no pain with lighter weight.
- Do some gradual warmup sets.
- Do some dynamic back stretches before and static back stretches after.

[Garage Rat]

I agree with the above ^^^.
You may not have the endurance in the low back right now to hold it statically without really stressing the erectors.
Also doing row type movements make sure your hinging the hips back with a slight knee bend to take some stress off the low back and place it on the glutes and hips.
Use the right amount of weight so your using little to no momentum while rowing the weight.
A heavy weight will make you come out of a good solid position and force the upper body to move to get the weight to move in a further range.
Good luck.

[jamesrobert1997]

You must train your back for your workout. You can try a lot of techniques for strengthening them. Proper stretching before a workout can be beneficial for your back, as it will increase the blood flow in muscles and make them flexible enough to bear weight. For supporting your back you can also wear weightlifting belt which will allow you to lift heavy weight safely. For getting to know how to use weightlifting belt visit https://www.aqfsports.com/blogs/news...ng-belts-guide I think first you must train your body for a heavy workout. You can do this by gradually increasing the intensity of your workout and keeping yourself safe from injuries.

[BeginnerGainz]

The best thing I ever did for my lower back (and posterior) is back bridge holds.

What SuffolkPunch meant by abductions is more popularly referred to as side leg raises.

I recommend both.

[vristang]

Post a video of you doing a set of barbell rows.

Maintaining core stability in this lift can be tough, even if you have the upper back strength to handle the weight.
How well to you think you do at 'bracing' your core?