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 ...

Plus, common mistakes to avoid.

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.

Building and maintaining muscle mass is important for everyone, regardless of age — and one of the strongest predictors of long-term health.

Arm haulers also engage the core, which helps stabilise the torso and prevent excessive arching through the lower back. ‘If you lift your legs off the floor, the glutes and hamstrings contribute by ...

According to the World Health Organization or the WHO, lower back pain affected 619 million people globally in 2020. That number is predicted to increase to 843 million by 2050. A large percentage of ...

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.

Try this 6-minute workout to restore muscle after 55, designed by Jarrod Nobbe, MA, CSCS, for a stronger morning.