Ditch planks for a 6-minute Pilates core finisher that targets deep muscles fast, boosts stability, and enhances posture.

Plus, they build isometric strength in the erector spinae, the deep muscles that run along your spine, making them one of the most effective ways to prevent lower back injuries and improve posture.

Erector spinae: The back muscle known as the erector spinae helps you stand up straight by extending your trunk. 3 home exercises that can strengthen your core ...

Shutterstock The cat-cow stretch is excellent for mobilizing the spine. “ [It also activates] stabilizers like the erector spinae, multifidus, and deep core muscles that support posture and spinal ...

This works the erector spinae, trapezius and shoulders, “and because it’s a unilateral exercise — using one arm at a time — it’s also good for balance,” Chin says.

Hold this for three deep breaths. 4. Side stretch: While seated, place your right hand to your right and slide it away from you as you lean to the right, opening up your left side.

The world’s greatest stretch is a dynamic full-body mobiliser that combines a deep lunge with an upper-body twist and targets multiple muscle groups.

If your lower back has been a problem spot for a while, roll out your yoga mat and give these lower back stretches a try ...

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Strengthening your major back muscles at home could help lower back pain, improve your overall functional fitness, carve a ...