Beth Skwarecki is Lifehacker’s Senior Health Editor, and holds certifications as a personal trainer and weightlifting coach. She has been writing about health for over 10 years. The upper back is an ...

Dynamic stretches and mobility moves can warm up your neck, shoulders, and upper back, while static stretches work best after workouts to restore flexibility. A simple routine can combine stretches ...

Leoni Jesner is a fitness, health, and lifestyle writer who has contributed to Byrdie and LIVESTRONG.com, among other publications. She is also a personal trainer, mat Pilates instructor, and ...

No gym? No problem. Bodyweight exercises are an excellent way to train your back muscles when your access to weights is limited or you’re looking for a way to change up your workouts. Using your body ...

Want to build a stronger upper body with minimal equipment? This no-gym-required back and shoulder workout is just what you need. Having a strong back and shoulders is important for everyone—but there ...

Practically every movement you make involves your back in some way — bending, stretching, walking, sitting. A healthy back is key for maintaining balance and coordination, both during exercise and in ...

Kyphosis is also known as “roundback” or “hunchback,” because it’s an excessive curve of the upper back that makes it look rounded or hunched. While a small curve in the upper back is natural, an ...

MOST THINGS WE do are forward-facing. We walk forward, reach forward, bend forward—of course, because we primarily see in front of us. That’s caused us to put an emphasis on the aesthetics of the ...

A strong upper body truly makes everyday life a breeze. Consider this: By regularly performing upper-body exercises, carrying an overflowing laundry basket up the stairs or moving your fave armchair ...

Exercises that stretch the upper back, shoulders, and neck can help relieve pain and loosen tight muscles. These include exercises that can be done at home or even in the office. Upper back pain and ...