Your back may not be the first area that comes to mind when strength training to tone your muscles. But it quickly becomes top of mind when pain creeps up. Unfortunately, both lower back pain and ...

The core plays a key role in our overall physical health and daily movement. Not only is this area of the body responsible for maintaining proper posture, stability and balance, but a strong core also ...

It’s easy to almost forget we have muscles in our back. We can see and feel our biceps and our abs working, but if we ever get a sore lower back, we often worry that we’ve hurt our spine. In fact, ...

When it comes to packing on muscle, variety and versatility in your workouts are key. While traditional gym equipment like dumbbells and barbells often get the spotlight, weight plates can be just as ...

No gym? No problem. Bodyweight exercises are an excellent way to train your back muscles when your access to weights is limited or you’re looking for a way to change up your workouts. Using your body ...

Leoni Jesner is a fitness, health, and lifestyle writer who has contributed to Byrdie and LIVESTRONG.com, among other publications. She is also a personal trainer, mat Pilates instructor, and ...

Practically every movement you make involves your back in some way — bending, stretching, walking, sitting. A healthy back is key for maintaining balance and coordination, both during exercise and in ...

Back exercises are just as important as bum exercises, core exercises and leg exercises. Fact. If you train properly (and incorporate effective lower back stretches), your back is an area of huge ...