Finding yourself wondering, “Why is my butt falling asleep while sitting?”
Pros explain what, exactly, is going on.
Your butt starts…tingling?
Your butt is, in fact,asleep.Take a deep breathyoure far from alone.
Remember, though: If your butt sleeping troubles persist, its a good idea to consult a specialist.
That said, lets dive in.
Why is my butt falling asleep?
Try shifting positions periodically to adjust the pressure on your spine.
Irritated sciatic nerves
The sciatic nerves are two are nerves that run right down the middle of your glutes.
This sciatic nerve irritation is also known as piriformis syndrome or deep gluteal syndrome.
Since its a bit more serious, she recommends seeking a medical evaluation from a professional and/or physical therapist.
Cluneal nerve neuralgia
This sounds scary and complicated, but its actually pretty straightforward.
Caroline Jordan, ACE, is a certified fitness instructor who has taught at Equinox, among other places.
Cluneal nerve neuralgia isthe result of sitting on something too hard, particularly if you have a bonier butt.
Try sitting on a softer surface, or trying a pressure relief cushion to alleviate symptoms.
This gluteal activation is to help your booty wake back up,' says Jordan.
It may not solve all your problems, but it could help prevent some of the aforementioned nerve issues.
Get those glutes activated by following along with the workout below.
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