Arm day, leg day, ab day—these are the familiar pillars of strength training. But what about lower back day? Our lower backs are often overlooked, yet they're a crucial part of fitness. Many of us ...
Building a strong, stable lower back isn’t just about avoiding everyday aches and pains – it’s the foundation for almost everything we do, from standing tall to sitting comfortably, and being able to ...
Most lower back pain is caused by poor posture, which can be fixed with core-strengthening exercises. The best exercises to relieve lower back pain include planks, squats, and core work. More ...
Chances are, as you’re reading this, you’re hunched over your phone or slouched at your desk. And it hurts. You’re in desperate need of some exercises for low back pain. Your lower back is one of the ...
When you’re suffering from back pain, perhaps the last thing you want to do is get out of bed. However, for most back pain sufferers, the path to relief actually involves moving through the pain. That ...
As a personal trainer and weight-loss coach, I am constantly answering health and fitness questions from my clients, on social media and in our Start TODAY Facebook group. In this column, I address ...
The back extension is a versatile exercise that can be performed virtually anywhere. It can be used as part of a training program to build strength or a rehabilitation program for injury recovery.
Low back pain seems to be a common complaint among golfers. Whether it comes on before, during, or after a round, you’d probably agree it’s not something you want! Although there are many different ...