Lower back pain is a common problem for many people. Learn how to do a variety of lower back exercises designed to strengthen lower back muscles and elongate the spine with tips from a fitness trainer in this free exercise video series.
There are 15 videos in this series:
Finding a neutral pelvic tilt position is important for any lower back exercises. Learn how to find and maintain a proper pelvic tilt position for a bridge pose with tips from a fitness instructor in this free lower back strengthening video.
Cat roll position is a great lower back exercise that also works that midsection of the core muscles. Learn how to do the cat roll with tips from a fitness instructor in this free lower back strengthening video.
For quadruped extensions it's important to warm up your spine prior to this great lower back exercise. Learn how to do quadruped extensions with tips from a fitness instructor in this free lower back strengthening video.
Prone push ups work on flexing the lower back and stretching the chest. Learn how to do prone push ups with tips from a fitness instructor in this free lower back strengthening video.
Single swan lifts work as great lower back exercises while still incorporating the upper body. Learn how to do single swan lifts with tips from a fitness instructor in this free lower back strengthening video.
With double swan lifts you will strengthen your lower back muscles by lifting both legs off the ground. Learn how to do double swan lifts with tips from a fitness instructor in this free lower back strengthening video.
A prone swan is great for strengthening the lower back muscles, legs and incorporating your center of gravity. Learn how to do a prone swan position with tips from a fitness instructor in this free lower back strengthening video.
A full swan is a more advanced lower back exercise with more intense, longer layers of extension. Learn how to do a full swan with tips from a fitness instructor in this free lower back strengthening video.
Adding rotation to a full swan lower back exercise will help strengthen the intricate muscles of the back and chest. Learn how to do a full swan with rotation with tips from a fitness instructor in this free lower back strengthening video.
Single leg kick lower back exercises work the hamstrings which attach to the lower back muscles. Learn how to do single leg kicks with tips from a fitness instructor in this free lower back strengthening video.
Double leg kick lower back exercises work the hamstrings which are attached to the lower back muscles. Learn how to do double leg kicks with tips from a fitness instructor in this free lower back strengthening video.
Land swimming is a great lower back exercise for strengthening the glutes and hamstrings. Learn how to do land swimming exercises with tips from a fitness instructor in this free lower back strengthening video.
A forward spine stretch is a great way to rehabilitate the lower back and build strength. Learn how to do a forward spine stretch with tips from a fitness instructor in this free lower back strengthening video.
The saw lower back exercise is a great way to incorporate the oblique muscles into your spinal exercises. Learn how to do the saw with tips from a fitness instructor in this free lower back strengthening video.
A seated spine twist is a great way to build strength in the lower back using a rotation move. Learn how to do a seated spine twist with tips from a fitness instructor in this free lower back strengthening video.
Even after visits to doctors and chiropractors, your back pain continues to bother you. Perhaps the time has come to take the responsibility for the cure into your own hands, trying out the effectiveness of simple stretches and exercises that could very well work better than the pills and adjustments that you had previously placed your faith in. And why not give these exercises a try? They are free and could turn out to be just what you're looking for if you give them a chance.
In this free video series, our expert will show you how to perform a variety of lower back exercises designed to strengthen your lower back muscles, increasing flexibility and reducing back pain. You will learn how to do a variety of exercises including the cat roll, quadruped extensions and prone push ups. You will also learn how to do a variety of swan lifts, leg kicks and land swimming lower back exercises. Finally, get tips for stretching and twisting the spine to reduce lower back pain. If you want to strengthen your lower back, let our expert fitness trainer teach you everything you need to keep your back feeling great.
Carol Childers Carol Childers has been a physical fitness trainer for 23 years. She is experienced in yoga, pilates, sports conditioning, core strength training and nutrition. She currently works with clients all over the country.dkdk
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