This cat cow variation is a simple adaptation from the traditional cat cow yoga flow pose. It helps to loosen and realign the muscles around the spine. Start this cat cow variation on your hands and knees on a flat, supportive surface. Make sure your knees are directly below your hips and your wrists are […]

If your lower back and sacrum get tight because you spend so much time sitting or standing, try this simple knee to chest exercise to help loosen your lower back muscles. Start by lying on the floor on a firm supportive surface with your knees bent and your feet flat on the floor. Lift your […]

The cobra pose is a yoga favorite for building strength in the lower back. To do cobra pose, start by lying on your stomach on a flat, supportive surface. Rest your hands on your lower back, with your right cheek on the floor. Breathe deeply in this position to the count of ten. Tighten the […]

For a simple way to stretch your lower back at any time, consider the forward fold. This stretch is done from a standing position, and can be a great way to loosen tight back muscles after long periods of sitting. To perform the forward fold, start by standing with your feet hip width apart with […]

This easy seated twist is a simple option to loosen tight muscles in the neck and shoulders. To perform the twist, start in a simple cross-legged position on a firm, supportive surface. Raise your arms above your head, then twist to the right, letting your left hand drop to your right knee and your right […]