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.

Isometric exercises like wall sits, planks, and glute bridges hold the body in one position for a set period of time. Muscles are contracted and engaged, but they don’t lengthen during the exercise.

If you’ve ever been to a gym, you’ve probably seen someone tossing thick, heavy ropes around. These ropes are known as battle ropes, and many people use them for an intense strength-building and ...