Pilates instructor James Shaw shared four simple exercises to alleviate back pain. These moves, including a standing roll down and spine stretch forward, aim to lengthen the spine and provide an ...

Pilates teachers rarely complain about lower-back pain. Why? It's not because they aren't chained to their desks all day—though I'm sure that helps. It's because they know how to strengthen weak spots ...

For as long as I can remember, I’ve had a bad back. The feeling – more of a dull ache, less of a burning pain – has plagued me for so long that I’ve adapted to it and accepted that this is just the ...

If you are someone who pops pills for persistent discomfort in your neck and upper back, it might be time to look for a natural, and long-lasting solution to the problem. This pain might limit actions ...

I started doing Pilates with the goal of learning how to do the splits. I can't do the splits, but I've gained much more — I'm more flexible, and my back pain is healed. I never thought I'd be able to ...

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Getty Images Our glutes are the powerhouse of our body; they help us walk, climb stairs, ...

Developing core strength, flexibility and muscular control can help you avoid pulled or strained muscles. Cole Barash for The New York Times Acute back pain is often the result of pulling or straining ...

There's a reason celebs are obsessed with the low-impact, core-focused method. Here's how it differs from yoga and barre, ...

Piano technician Jim Cannon spends a lot of time tuning and repairing instruments around Houston. But you're just as likely to find the Klein resident at a Pilates studio at the head of the class.