Is it normal to feel aching in the back when returning upright from inverting?
There could be several causes for this. If you are new to inversion, treat inversion as you would any new exercise program. Begin with 2-3 minutes and see how your body responds to the new movement. Listen to your body and increase your inversion time when it feels completely comfortable to do so. If you feel a mild soreness, take a break until the pain is gone, and then begin again gradually. Always return upright slowly. When inverted, your vertebrae have a chance to separate and the discs can decompress. This action reduces pressure on the nerves that run through your spinal column. When you ascend (return upright), the vertebrae are pulled down by the force of gravity with pressure on the discs again. If you come up from inversion too quickly, the sudden pressure on the nerves that run through the spine can cause discomfort or pain. Instead, you should come up very slowly. Ideally, invert at a mild angle (4-6 inches) for just a few minutes and then remain horizontal for a few minut
