This classic gym movement is one of the most effective ways to build a strong, healthy back while protecting your shoulders ...

A simple yet powerful strength move, the single-arm dumbbell row has become a go-to exercise among fitness experts in the ...

We spend hours hunched over phones and computer monitors day in and day out. It’s no surprise we have an epidemic of back pain. Unless you’ve herniated a disc in your lumbar spine, there's a good ...

Back pain affects millions of people daily, often stemming from weak core muscles that fail to provide adequate spinal support. The interconnected muscle groups surrounding the torso work together to ...

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 ...

There are exercises that specifically strengthen the low back and abs at the same time. Finding an efficient way to do this without the need for equipment is possible. One exercise that fits this need ...

While regular exercise strengthens the body, certain gym movements can be risky for spine health if performed without proper ...

6. To slow the aging process. Muscle mass, bone density, balance and mobility naturally decline with age, but exercise ...

Arm day, leg day, ab day—these are the familiar pillars of strength training. But what about lower back day? Our lower backs are often overlooked, yet they're a crucial part of fitness. Many of us ...