A classic fitness exercise is trending again among U.S. trainers for its powerful impact on lower back endurance, posture, ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." THE BACK extension, that time-tested move for building back strength, has been around the block. But here ...

A strong back isn’t just about looks—it’s the key to better alignment, fewer injuries, and smoother movement in everyday life ...

Start on all fours. Extend your right arm in front of you and your left leg behind, actively reaching in opposite directions.

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.

‘The Smith machine is a barbell fixed to vertical (sometimes slightly angled) steel rails so the bar moves in a single guided ...

Beth Skwarecki is Lifehacker’s Senior Health Editor and has been writing about health, fitness, and science here since 2015. Beth was the recipient of the 2017 Carnegie Science Award in science ...

A broad, well-defined back is a cornerstone of any well-rounded physique. But that’s not the only reason to pump up your posterior—it’s also a critical way of improving posture, reducing back pain, ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." And when it comes to choosing one, quality matters. We rolled up our sleeves and got to testing and ...