Part of the reason for back pain is a lack of strength, especially in the lower back. This is often a result of not getting enough exercise that specifically strengthens those muscles. For office workers especially, sitting for long periods of time can exacerbate the problem. Wall squats can help strengthen not just the lower […]

This week we’ll focus on a gentle lower back stretch that can also help loosen the hips. Lie down flat on your back, with your knees bent and your feet flat on the floor. Bring your right knee up and clasp your hands behind the knee so you can gently pull the leg toward you. This […]

If you do a lot of work hunched over a computer or sitting at a desk, this sitting shoulder stretch may help release tension you aren’t aware is even there. Workers who do a lot of computer work tend to spend a lot of time in one position, forgetting to move around to loosen their muscles, […]

The psoas is a powerful muscle that stretches from the inside of the pelvis to the mid back. If this muscle becomes tight, it can cause lower back spasms and low back pain. Unfortunately, sitting for long periods of time — as most office workers do — can lead to the psoas becoming tight. The following […]

Regardless of whether you work at a desk, are active or sedentary, it’s important to keep your back stretched and supple to reduce the potential for injury. There are a number of stretches that help – not just for people with back pain, but also for people who are trying to avoid the potential for […]