Done my first few WODs

Simon Bowley · 05-21-2007, 01:26 PM

Hi there,

I've just done my first few WODs, adapted but I figure that's okay to start with. I'm pretty slim (6ft 160lbs) but am quite impressed with the definition gained even after such a short period. I just love the intensity - my HR goes through the roof and it feels great!

One question. I get lower back pain when doing proper pull ups (alwyas have done - am stuck with problem) so adapt by using rings, putting feet up on support (so body is horizontal) and do pull ups that way. They are alomost more like rows. I hope that does the trick and doesn't hinder my progress too much. Just one of those things one needs to work around I guess!?

Thanks,

Simon

Frank DiMeo · 05-22-2007, 05:41 AM

Simon--
Sounds like you're off to a good start.
Welcome to CrossFit!

Jill Genschoreck · 05-22-2007, 08:30 AM

Welcome, Simon!

Not sure why you get lower back pain while doing proper pull-ups. Without seeing you do a pull-up, it's hard to tell. But, there may be something in your form you can change (maybe you're straightening out your back instead of letting it arch naturally).

I would post this on the "Injuries & Medical" section instead of this "newbie" section. There are some Docs & Chiropractors that CrossFit and they will be able to give you some good advice.

Happy CrossFitting!

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05-21-2007, 01:26 PM	#1
Simon Bowley Member Profile: Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Totnes Devon Posts: 120	Hi there, I've just done my first few WODs, adapted but I figure that's okay to start with. I'm pretty slim (6ft 160lbs) but am quite impressed with the definition gained even after such a short period. I just love the intensity - my HR goes through the roof and it feels great! One question. I get lower back pain when doing proper pull ups (alwyas have done - am stuck with problem) so adapt by using rings, putting feet up on support (so body is horizontal) and do pull ups that way. They are alomost more like rows. I hope that does the trick and doesn't hinder my progress too much. Just one of those things one needs to work around I guess!? Thanks, Simon

05-22-2007, 05:41 AM	#2
Frank DiMeo Affiliate Profile: Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Sarasota FL Posts: 1,919	Simon-- Sounds like you're off to a good start. Welcome to CrossFit!

05-22-2007, 08:30 AM	#3
Jill Genschoreck Member Profile: Join Date: May 2007 Location: Atlanta GA Posts: 24	Welcome, Simon! Not sure why you get lower back pain while doing proper pull-ups. Without seeing you do a pull-up, it's hard to tell. But, there may be something in your form you can change (maybe you're straightening out your back instead of letting it arch naturally). I would post this on the "Injuries & Medical" section instead of this "newbie" section. There are some Docs & Chiropractors that CrossFit and they will be able to give you some good advice. Happy CrossFitting!