Why: Work up to the full version of the pullup by emphasizing the squeeze at the top of the movement, which will contract your lats and mid-back. How to Do It: Get into a good hanging position on ...

Water-based exercise not only improved muscle strength in people with chronic low back pain, but it also improved quality of life, according to a new study. Aquatic therapy could be a viable ...

Many back pain sufferers display habitual postures that inhibit proper TVA function. These include excessive anterior pelvic tilt, slouched sitting positions, and overextended standing alignments.

Lower back pain when running could be due to improper form, inadequate shoes, overuse, and other factors. Read about common causes and prevention.

One common cause of a curved back is poor posture. This type, called postural kyphosis, usually develops over time due to muscle imbalances, particularly in younger people who spend hours: hunched ...

The function of your back muscles varies depending on the specific muscle and the direction of pull of each muscle. Many of the muscles work together; one muscle may provide movement to a joint ...

They are key for thickness, posture, and shoulder stability. The Lower Back (Erector Spinae): The muscles along the spine, essential for trunk stability and preventing lower back pain.