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Back exercise advice

With days lost for back pain one of the biggest losses of work time in the UK, it's clear that anything that can be done to improve the nation's back health will yield great benefits.

Research clearly demonstrates that back exercises are one of the most effective ways of treating this area. We look at some of the most popular exercises below.


Arching

Standing and arching is a great way to loosen up your back, and can often feel wonderful.

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Back arching

Regularly performing back arching will progressively increase the range of motion in your low back.

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Forwqard bending

Although many people avoid it, forward bending is a great way to stretch and open up the lower back.

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Knee rolling to side

Despite its strange name, knee rolling to side is a great stretch for the back.


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One leg to chest

The one leg to chest exercise is a great way to relieve pressure in your low back.

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Pelvic tilting

Exercises like pelvic tilting can be a powerful way of controlling your back pain by increasing the range of motion.

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Side bending

Learning how to do side bending will increase the overall range of motion in your lower back.

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Two legs to chest

Another great back exercise, two legs to chest can relieve symptoms of tightness and pain.

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