Prolonged desk work can lead to musculoskeletal problems ranging from annoying aches and pains to injuries. This month, we launched a six-part series showing you how to stretch and strengthen your ...

The health benefits of a daily walk are well established; a constitutional walk reduces the risk of heart disease, lowers blood pressure and LDL (the “bad” cholesterol), reduces stress, boosts ...

Scientists have uncovered a simple and accessible intervention for lower back pain which they hope will support the more than 600 million people around the world who suffer with this condition.

While everyone likes the look of a sculpted midriff, strong abs are also about supporting your spine, improving posture, and protecting your lower back. The key isn’t endless crunches, but ...

It seems as though everyone has back pains these days, whether it’s from sitting at a desk all day, heavy lifting or just an awkward movement. According to research from Cross River Therapy, 540 ...

BACK pain is not a pleasurable experience. It can start with a slight twitch felt in the lower part of the back and could move into an almighty pain felt throughout the back. When this occurs even the ...

Beth Skwarecki is Lifehacker’s Senior Health Editor, and holds certifications as a personal trainer and weightlifting coach. She has been writing about health for over 10 years. It’s easy to almost ...

An easy, joint-friendly exercise that fires up your obliques, hips, and lower abs—while improving balance and coordination.

This strength routine only requires a set of dumbbells and 30 minutes out of your day ...