The low back is not typically an area that many clients ask me about — until they start experiencing pain in the area. But the truth is: The low-back should be a priority in our fitness routine to ...

Dr.Steven Ludwig answers the question: 'Muscle Spasms -- Causes And Treatment?' — -- Question: What Causes Muscle Spasms And What Is The Best Way To Treat Muscle Spasms? Answer: Muscle spasm ...

The back consists of large, complex muscles that support your trunk and spine. There are many types of back muscles, and they are all essential, helping you walk, bend, twist, and hold your body ...

Everyone loves a good stretch. The practice feels good because the act of stretching activates a network of relaxing and calming nerves and increases blood flow to one's muscles. Stretching also ...

A frequent source of lower-back pain comes from two muscles you might not have heard of—and that makes sense since you rarely see them on those medical posters of human anatomy in doctor's offices.

A few years ago, when several workers at a local plant reported lower back pain, one of the bosses requested I look at the situation to determine the problem and how to improve things. After studying ...

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 ...

The shocking video raised one big question: Can you actually have a six-pack on your back?

Low back and hip pain typically affect one side of the body. However, it is possible to have pain on both sides depending on ...