Frequently Asked Questions
Q. I don't have trouble with my back, why do I need a Laybak? A. Nearly every person in the world will have some sort of trouble with their back and surrounding area at some stage of their lives. Isn't it better to prevent these problems happening by strengthening and toning the core areas with a Laybak?
Q. How long will this take, I don't have much spare time in my day.
A. The Laybak routine can be done at any stage of your day, as many times as you like. You fit it into your lifestyle, as long as it is done at least for five minutes a day.
Q. I have recently had back surgery, will the Laybak help with my recovery?
A. On advice from your health professional as to when to start this exercise programme, the Laybak can be done in a gradual way by positioning a chair behind the Laybak to prevent it from lying right back in the horizontal position, you go back as far as you feel comfortable with, gradually progressing on from this, use the chair for each stage.
Q. I have lots of exercise equipment, why is this one any different?
A. The Laybak also targets the deeper Psoas muscles which are attached to the spine. These support the lower back and help it to move, so it strengthens all of the core muscles at the same time, with just one piece of equipment. It is also a progressive exercise, as your body improves in strength you progress onto the next stage still using the same piece of equipment, over the 30 day period.
Q. I already have strong back and abdominal muscles, but I can't do the first stage, why?
A. The deeper Psoas muscles are not targeted by most exercises, therefore if these muscles are not strong and are not being used. They will not help to do the exercises properly, so you will have to do as stated earlier with a chair, and wake these muscles up and learn how to use them properly.
Q. What are these core muscles?
A. The core area is the midsection of your body, from the shoulders down to your groin. It includes the pelvis, abs, chest and back muscles. A strong core provides balance, stability and flexibility, whether you are switching on a lightswitch or playing a game of hockey. If your core isn't at its strongest, you will be limited in your physical activities. The Laybak creates resistance and instability so that these core muscles have to "kick in" to maintain balance, therefore strengthening and maintaining them while using the Laybak.
Q. My back is sore at the moment, can I still use the Laybak?
A. See the 3rd question, (back operation). The exercises can also be done with the chair for the other stages, so as to take extra precautions until your core area is strengthened. |
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Q. Is this a NZ product?
A. The Laybak is a NZ invention proudly invented in Taumarunui in the heart of the King Country.
Q. Are there any Health Professionals using the Laybak?
A. Coral Hurford who is a Fitness Trainer/Owner of Brindbella Lodge, David Slyfield who is also a Fitness Trainer to multiple Olympic athletes, Hospital Physiotherapy Depts, and a few Physiotherapists in private practices. More and more health professionals are catching on to the Laybak.
Q. Will the Laybak help with my breathing and posture?
A. Yes it will. Many people have told us that it has helped them regain their posture, especially if they are sitting at a computer for long periods at a time, This also teaches them to keep their shoulders back therefore opening up the lungs to their full potential.
Q. I have recently had a baby will the Laybak help me regain my 'before baby' body and strength.
A. Yes it will. If you have had a caesarean consult with your midwife or doctor before starting this exercise programme, and use the chair behind so as not to lay right back until you are comfy with doing so.
Q. Why do I feel sore in isolated areas when using the Laybak?
A. The Laybak will target the weakest muscle first, whether it be your legs, butt, shoulders, or neck. Most of the time it is the abdominals. It will strengthen the weak muscle first, then work through the last 28 muscles included in your core area |
