A trainer shares the exercise that can best treat lower back pain. Discover exactly how to do it and why it works.

A morning exercise routine that relieves tension and restores alignment prepares your body for full weight-bearing movement so you can tackle daily demands.

LOWER BACK PAIN can be one of the most frustrating physical maladies you'll face, and it's likely that you will, at some point or another, experience the issue. Mayo Clinic statistics hold that around ...

What Is the Psoas Muscle? The psoas (pronounced so-ezz) muscles are two large muscles in your lower back. You have one on either side of your spine. They're the main muscular connection between your ...

Lower back pain is one of the most common health concerns worldwide, often linked to today’s sedentary lifestyle, long hours of sitting, poor posture, and lack of regular movement. Over time, these ...

Beth Skwarecki is Lifehacker’s Senior Health Editor, and holds certifications as a personal trainer and weightlifting coach. She has been writing about health for over 10 years. It’s easy to almost ...

The back consists of large, complex muscles that support your trunk and spine. There are many types of back muscles, and they are all essential, helping you walk, bend, twist, and hold your body ...

Many of us want to get buff for aesthetic reasons, but building muscle helps health and longevity. It's a myth that you need to spend hours in the gym to build muscle. Exercises such as squats, ...

In most workout splits, one to two dedicated leg days per week is common, but it really all depends on your fitness level and ...