Category Archives: technique

Hamstring Theory, Yak Back, and Kayaking Ergonomics

Posted on August 20, 2009 by senior kayak angler

This article first appeared on the PAINLESS KAYAK FISHING blog. This short article will attempt to examine the ‘hamstring theory’ about the source of back pain and leg pain in kayaking and kayak fishing, both as an explanation of the … Continue reading →

Posted in back pain, butt pain, circulation, exercise, fishing kayaks, hamstring, kayak fishing, leg numbness, pelvis, posture, sciatica, SOT, technique, tendonitis, yak ass | 3 Comments

Your Lumbar Spine Pain and the Fallacy of ‘Good Kayaking Technique’

Posted on August 9, 2009 by senior kayak angler

This article first appeared on the PAINLESS KAYAK FISHING blog. Some kayak outfitters still suggest that good kayaking technique (I.E. “sit straight and rotate your upper body”) is the solution for lower back pain a.k.a. ‘yak back’. Well, it’s not … Continue reading →

Posted in back injury, back pain, backrest, ergonomics, exercise, kayak design, lumbar support, posture, seat, SOT, spine, technique, yak back | 7 Comments

Kayak Pain and Injuries: Two Approaches, No Solution

Posted on August 9, 2009 by senior kayak angler

This article first appeared on the PAINLESS KAYAK FISHING blog. Outfitting and Exercise are the two traditional approaches to dealing with pain and injuries related to kayaking and kayak fishing. The first approach consists of tips and tricks offered by … Continue reading →

Posted in back injury, back pain, backrest, ergonomics, exercise, kayak, kayak design, kayak fishing, leg numbness, lumbar support, posture, SOT, spine, technique, yak back | 3 Comments