While at the Perform Better Functional Training Summit, I learned from leading spine researcher, Stuart McGill, an exercise that can certainly damage your spine. The Leg Press exerts enormous ...

That said, Dr. Griffiths points out that traditional core work can be "really high risk" for getting a vertebrae disc injury and can even make back pain worse. And sit-ups happen to be the worst ...

Back pain can really be troublesome, especially lower back pain. The World Health Organisation (WHO) states that low back pain affected 619 million people globally in 2020. It is also estimated that ...

The humble crunch has dominated core training routines for decades, appearing in everything from military fitness tests to celebrity workout videos. This seemingly simple exercise promises a path to ...

Several exercise machines may exacerbate lower back pain if a person does not use proper form, or if they have pre-existing back conditions. A person can discuss alternatives with a physical therapist ...

How well we age is ultimately about how well we feel. It’s about not being in pain, being able to move and get around, and do the things we want to do with energy and ease. How do you feel like you’re ...

Gentle exercises, stretches, and activities can all help relieve the pain of a herniated disk. Neck, back, and hamstring stretches may improve flexibility and prevent a herniated disk from recurring.

Lower back pain is a common experience for many adults. It can often result in pain, tingling, and/or numbness in the lower body. There are many causes of lower back pain, the most common include ...

Traditional squats aren't the only way to forge resilient lower-body power; these joint-friendly alternatives offer faster ...

Lower back pain, a common issue due to sedentary habits, can be managed and prevented through targeted exercises. Glute bridges, Supermans, bird dogs, deadlifts/good mornings, and pelvic tilts/knee ...

Working from home comes with its perks, sure, but there are also some drawbacks. A less-than-optimal workstation setup may be one of them — hello, bed or couch — and this could be the culprit behind ...