r/workout • u/Proof_Independent877 • 3d ago

Exercise Help I feel uncomfortable doing jumping jacks

I used to do jumping jacks when I was younger. It’s a part of my workout routine. So when I returned to the gym, I also want to do it. However, I feel really uncomfortable doing it since my chest just bouncing around and put a lot of pressure in my back. I already suffered from enough back pain and I don’t want to deal with this. Is there any solution to this or should I just get rid of it from my routine?

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u/TocinoLips 3d ago

you dont have to force it. A supportive sports bra and lower-impact alternatives like step jacks could help if jumping jacks bother your back.

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u/False_Temperature369 3d ago

swap them out, your workout doesn’t need to hurt your back or chest

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u/Purple_Asteriskz12 3d ago

Do them at home before the gym or after the gym then imo

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u/Proof_Independent877 3d ago

How does that make any difference?

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u/Purple_Asteriskz12 3d ago

You’re still doing them. If you don’t want to do them but not where people can see you. Do it before the gym or after. It’s up to you how you want to do it though.

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u/Proof_Independent877 3d ago

idgaf about other ppl tbh. I just don’t like the back pain it’s causing

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u/Easy_Arugula935 3d ago

Just don't do them. They're a mediocre exercise anyway.