Question: I swim two or three times a week, doing laps and various workout sets (backstroke, breaststroke, crawl) for more than 45 minutes. In total, I swim 11/2 to 2 miles each week. During the last ...

Eight of 10 Americans have lower back pain, but conditioning your abdomen and lower back can help. If you want to strengthen your midsection but don't have gym equipment at home, two of the best ...

Strengthening your lower back and abdominal muscles should help ease any pain you experience while running. To minimise stress on the lower back, use an upright posture (ie no slouching) while sitting ...