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 ...

It’s quite disc-ouraging, really. Most Americans will experience back pain at some point — and many times it’s not a result of injury or illness. Seemingly simple, everyday tasks can cause or ...

Think about your back. It's a complex and powerful structure, vital for almost any movement you make, from lifting a grocery bag to sitting upright at your computer. Training it properly isn't just ...

Back muscles are among the most important muscles in the body. They are responsible for proper posture, support the spine and participate in almost every movement of the upper body. Strengthening the ...

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 ...

A range of health conditions may cause middle back pain on the left side including a sprain, kidney stones, osteoporosis, or pancreatitis. The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is the source of the ...

The average office worker spends approximately 1,700 hours per year sitting at their desk, creating the perfect storm for developing back pain. Extended periods of sitting place excessive pressure on ...

Lower back pain is a common ailment affecting many Americans, often exacerbated by improper lifting techniques. Excess weight, especially in the midsection, increases strain on lower back muscles, ...

Leoni Jesner is a fitness, health, and lifestyle writer who has contributed to Byrdie and LIVESTRONG.com, among other publications. She is also a personal trainer, mat Pilates instructor, and ...

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. The upper back is an ...

Back muscles are essential for posture, movement and injury prevention. A combination of varied pulling exercises will help strengthen them and improve daily function and training performance. Back ...