Central to her idea is the “Foundational Five,” a set of simple exercises one can perform every day, whenever you have a ...

Strength training supports healthy aging by preserving muscle, bone density, metabolic health, and independence.

Background Axial spondyloarthritis (axSpA) impairs trunk strength, mobility and cardiorespiratory fitness. Despite exercise ...

Despite what you see on social media or read online, you don’t need heavy weights or complicated gym machines to protect and strengthen your lower back. Instead, performing consistent, grounded ...

A broad, well-defined back is a cornerstone of any well-rounded physique. But that’s not the only reason to pump up your posterior—it’s also a critical way of improving posture, reducing back pain, ...

Lower back pain is one of the most ubiquitous health complaints in the world. In fact, the World Health Organization says that low back pain is the single leading cause of disability worldwide—but ...

Statistics show 4 out of 5 Americans will have back or neck pain at some point in their life, and October is Spine Health Awareness Month. Your spine is really important, helping you stand, move, and ...

Certain exercises can help individuals with spinal stenosis improve their strength and maintain mobility. Examples include knee hugs, pelvic tilts, hip bridges, calf stretches, and more. Spinal ...

Taking over-the-counter medication such as ibuprofen can help relieve pain from a pinched nerve in the lower back. Limiting activity and applying heat or ice to your lower back can ease pain from a ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. If you’ve never experienced low back pain, just wait. Up to 80 ...

Back pain affects millions of people daily, often stemming from weak core muscles that fail to provide adequate spinal support. The interconnected muscle groups surrounding the torso work together to ...

Slouching spine? Pre-posture-ous! Our spines are the scaffolding for the body, and unfortunately, proper posture has become a common casualty of our increasingly sedentary culture. The immediate ...