
Back health is a fundamental pillar for our daily well-being. We spend much of our lives sitting, performing repetitive movements, or carrying weight improperly, which can cause discomfort that over time may develop into chronic problems. However, a strong back = healthy back, as the strength and stability of the core muscles help prevent pain, improve posture, and maintain mobility. In this article, we will explore the main causes of back problems and share practical prevention and strengthening strategies to keep it healthy and resilient.
Causes of back problems
Lack of exercise, poor posture, incorrect strain, wear and tear, psychological stress, overweight.
Prevention and strengthening
A strong back is developed through a combination of exercise, posture training, and targeted workouts.
Regular exercise
10 minutes of sports activity or gymnastics per day are enough to build healthy back muscles.
Healthy sports
Back exercises, yoga, pilates, strength training (core), walking, brisk walking, cycling, dancing, swimming, water aerobics.
Strengthening exercises
The core muscles (abdominal and back muscles) stabilize the spine.
Suitable exercises: plank, superman, shoulder bridge or side plank.
Stretching and mobilization
Regular exercises and gymnastics improve spinal mobility and help prevent tension (cat/cow stretch).