These three core exercises build stronger abs without putting pressure on your spine, and they're beginner-friendly.

Yoga is a holistic practice that not only promotes physical strength and flexibility but also supports overall well-being. When it comes to achieving a small waistline and easing back pain, specific ...

Find out why holding a strong plank for 2 minutes after 40 is a powerful test of core strength and how to safely build up to it.

Back pain usually comes from compression of the spine, according to physical therapist Dr. Casey Coleman. He said exercises that strengthen muscles supporting the back can help decompress the spine.

While the efficacy of the basic plank hold is often questioned, given the sheer number of plank variations, one of its best replacements often goes under the radar—the reverse plank. It is one of the ...

The simple secret to making post-run back pain a thing of the past is by doing some planks. Here's how the exercise can make you a better runner. “When your deep core is weak, your body is able to ...

Developing core strength, flexibility and muscular control can help you avoid pulled or strained muscles. Cole Barash for The New York Times Acute back pain is often the result of pulling or straining ...

They say the foundations of a pillar must be strong. But if you are crippling with back pain every day, then how will you do ...

When you’re suffering from lower back pain, you might feel as if your entire pelvic area is immovable. This stretch can help ...

Your lower back is the silent foundation of every squat, press, and movement you make. By adopting this simple, ...

You've likely heard of sciatica before. The shooting pain that runs down your lower back, buttocks and leg can disrupt your daily routine and linger for months. But if you've tried traditional ...