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A Pilates instructor recommends these two moves to strengthen your core and support your lower back

Build a strong foundation with these core exercises ...

You’re probably doing back extensions wrong. Here’s how to make them safer and more effective

This old-school move is often done wrong. Here's how to make the most of the exercise to help you build a strong lower half.
Healthline

Pilates for Chronic Back Pain: 5 Exercises to Try

Pilates strengthens deep core muscles, including the transverse abdominis and multifidus, which support your spine and may help reduce chronic lower back pain. Five foundational Pilates exercises for ...

Unlock Your Low Back With This 3-Minute Mobility Reset

Struggling with low back tightness after training? This simple, three-minute mobility drill helps triathletes find neutral ...
The Conversation

Walking is great for lower back pain – here’s how to get the most out of this exercise

If you’re one of the millions of people worldwide who suffer from lower back pain, you might want to try going for a walk. Second, regular walking engages and strengthens the core muscles – including ...
Healthline

Finding the Right Doctor for Your Lower Back Pain

If you’re wondering which doctor to consult for lower back pain, you’re not alone. It can be difficult to know where to turn. Doctors and other professionals who might help include orthopedists, ...
USA Today

Can't sleep because of lower back pain? Try these positions for a better night's rest

Americans aren't getting enough sleep and it's not a secret – most know it. In a 2022 Casper-Gallup poll, only 3 in 10 American adults said they get "excellent" or "very good" sleep each night; and a ...