Strengthening your back helps align your spine and reduce slouching. Try these eight exercises for a stronger back.

The back extension is a versatile exercise that can be performed virtually anywhere. It can be used as part of a training program to build strength or a rehabilitation program for injury recovery.

No gym? No problem. Bodyweight exercises are an excellent way to train your back muscles when your access to weights is limited or you’re looking for a way to change up your workouts. Using your body ...

Practically every movement you make involves your back in some way — bending, stretching, walking, sitting. A healthy back is key for maintaining balance and coordination, both during exercise and in ...

You might not think about your back muscles often, but they do a lot to support your upper body. A regular back-strengthening routine can ease fatigue and stiffness while also improving mobility. If ...

The core plays a key role in our overall physical health and daily movement. Not only is this area of the body responsible for maintaining proper posture, stability and balance, but a strong core also ...

Leoni Jesner is a fitness, health, and lifestyle writer who has contributed to Byrdie and LIVESTRONG.com, among other publications. She is also a personal trainer, mat Pilates instructor, and ...

Back pain is common and complicated. But altering your workout to build control and stability can help prevent it. Credit...Cole Barash for The New York Times Supported by By Rachel Fairbank The past ...

Working from home comes with its perks, sure, but there are also some drawbacks. A less-than-optimal workstation setup may be one of them — hello, bed or couch — and this could be the culprit behind ...

Back fat tends to show up quietly after 50, settling around the upper or lower back, no matter how consistent your walks, ab routines, or diet seem to be. This area responds best to muscular tension ...