Back pain usually comes from compression of the spine, according to physical therapist Dr. Casey Coleman. He said exercises that strengthen muscles supporting the back can help decompress the spine.

The stomach vacuum exercise involves breathing out air while sucking in the stomach to engage the core. It is an isometric exercise to strengthen the core muscles. The abdominal muscles, part of the ...

Back pain can range from mildly discomforting to downright debilitating. It can impact our lives in so many ways – from bending over or picking objects up off the floor, to even simply walking. That's ...

Certain exercises can help individuals with spinal stenosis improve their strength and maintain mobility. Examples include knee hugs, pelvic tilts, hip bridges, calf stretches, and more. Spinal ...

The stomach vacuum exercise contracts your deepest abdominal muscle. You can do this exercise in multiple positions, including lying down or standing. Despite its name, a stomach vacuum isn’t a ...

Abdominal bracing is an exercise motion that you’ve likely encountered and performed, whether you realize it or not. It’s the movement that’s implied when your coach, fitness instructor, or physical ...

Core activation is important for many movements in everyday life. Your core is pivotal in swinging a golf club, paddling a paddleboard, and even lifting a heavy box. Many exercises work the core, but ...

Exercise and physical activity can improve bone strength and the risk of falls, which may offer benefits in the prevention and management of osteoporosis. However, uncertainty about the types of ...