Back pain while running

Ever since I started running, I've been having lower back pain, but just on my right side. In fact, whenever something is sore after running, it is on the right side. I assume it is because I tend to pronate my right foot. I never noticed this when I ran outside a few years ago (I run on a treadmill now), but I was also running much slower. When I took 2 weeks off from exercise, I was pain free, so I know it is the running.

Anyone else experience this? Is there anything I can do for it? Should I go to one of those running stores to get specialized shoes?

Message edited 6/3/2011 8:09:34 AM.

Re: Back pain while running

I think you may need new sneakers. Besides that, doing lower back and hip exercises with definately help strengthen the areas that get sore.

Re: Back pain while running

Message edited 6/3/2011 1:54:46 PM.

Re: Back pain while running

I would definately then say a new type of sneakers.

Exercises:
squats
lunges
side lunges
dead-lifts
butt blasters
all core stability exercises, like crunches on a stability ball, V-ups, etc.

Re: Back pain while running

Unfortunately running is very hard on your back...i had back surgery and I am no longer "allowed" to run. Running on a softer surface will help (that's why its not so bad on the treadmill). When I cheat and go running I run in the sand and it doesn't hurt. HTH