- Workouts -
Hip Stretches for Mobility and Strength
By Andrew HeffernanKeep your hips happy and fit for a lifetime.
back pain
Do You Need Surgery for Lower-Back Pain?
By Molly TynjalaA former orthopedic spine surgeon empowers patients who have chronic pain to connect with their own capacity to heal.
- Editor's Note -
Changing Things Up
By Jamie MartinHow a new fitness routine, after years of the same one, helped shift our editor in chief's outlook on change.
- Pumping Irony -
PUMPING IRONY: Backsliding
By Craig CoxA little back pain shouldn't keep me from lifting heavy objects, should it?
- Fitness Tips -
Sore back? Aching feet? Read this.
By Michael DregniNatural Posture for Pain-Free Living: The Practice of Mindful Alignment by Kathleen Porter explains postural problems and offers functional advice to restore healthy alignment, aiding you in relieving chronic pains, building flexibility, and increasing strength and vitality.
- Pumping Irony -
PUMPING IRONY: A Big Pain
By Craig CoxI tweaked my back recently, so I've been taking it easy. Most folks would head to the doctor for some pain meds. Here's why that's a big problem.
Research Project: Lisa Dillon’s Success Story
By Lisa DillonA skeptic explores her options for treating back pain — while avoiding the needle and the knife.
- Nutrition -
The Vitamin D Debate
By Jack ChallemThere’s been a lot of controversy lately about vitamin D recommendations. If you’re confused about how much you should be taking, you’re not alone.
- Fitness Tips -
Your Qs: Deep Squats, Carbs and More
By Jen SinklerJen Sinkler, our fitness editor, wrangles leading experts to address your most perplexing workout quandaries and conundrums. Email ’em to askjen@ experiencelife.com.
Back in Trouble
By Matt FitzgeraldImmobility in your thoracic spine can send pain into your shoulders, neck or lower back. Here’s how to correct the problem.