1. Stand in a doorway. Cross one leg over the other leg. 2. Reach toward the side with the leg that’s in front. 3. Push onto ...

When rest or anti-inflammatory medication isn’t doing the trick to alleviate soreness in your lower back, it may be time to switch tactics. Stretches for lower back pain can help you relax, loosen up ...

Whether you’re looking to establish a routine, ward off body aches or soothe a flare-up, we’ve got ten lower back stretches your body is no doubt begging for. Step 1: Begin in a neutral position on ...

This 30-minute gentle yoga session offers safe, soothing stretches focused on relieving tension in the lower back and hips.

Our core is an area we are constantly working — whether it's during a workout, maintaining our balance when walking or stabilizing us during daily movement. Despite how much we use the core, ...

One of the biggest benefits of the knee-to-chest stretch is that it alleviates lower back pain. By gently pulling the knees ...

The pigeon stretch could be a good back exercise for those with lower back pain. It "puts length back into all the muscles that get short and tight from the vast amount of sitting we do", says Sam.

If you suffer from chronic lower back stiffness or pain – and you’ve been diligent with your stretching routine – it might be time to reevaluate your approach. Whether it’s your stretching technique, ...

Lower back pain is one of the most ubiquitous health complaints in the world. In fact, the World Health Organization says that low back pain is the single leading cause of disability worldwide—but ...

In former discussions with experts like Patrick Maloney, lead athletic trainer at Tulane Institute of Sports Medicine in New Orleans, stretching is key to maintaining a normal range of motion that ...