Back pain can have many causes, from poor posture, muscle weakness, joint stiffness and even more serious problems in the spine. But chances are—if there was no traumatic injury or incident that led ...

Lower back pain is a common ailment affecting many Americans, often exacerbated by improper lifting techniques. Excess weight, especially in the midsection, increases strain on lower back muscles, ...

Taking the time to stretch makes a big difference in how you feel now and in the future. The best back stretches help get your back... back on track. If there’s one part of your body that you’re kind ...

There are tons of different stretching exercises—you can stretch the whole body, or just focus on specific areas like the legs or hips. There are also static and dynamic stretches. The choice between ...

Is your lower back bothering you? If so, Golf Digest Certified Fitness Trainer Courtney Weber has to tell you something that might surprise you. There's a good chance the problem isn't your back! "I ...

Even if you spend the entire night sleeping on your back, (the most doctor-approved sleeping position), you probably wake up feeling a little creaky and stiff. Any prolonged time you spend being ...

Here’s what runners need to know about the rules of stretching, including when to prioritize dynamic and static movements.