Originally Posted by
topflightpro
There have been several studies recently that say athletes who injure their backs should continue with their training, though I cannot find the link. I know I tweaked my back before a hockey game a few years back. I played anyway and was actually fine by the end of the game.
This makes sense. I often pull, twist or otherwise make sore something every few weeks. I usually ride the next day, regardless, but just take care to ease into the ride and do a longer warm-up. Virtually every time, the riding has made it better. By contrast, staying as imobile as possible the past few days seems to have made my back/butt muscles more stiff.