Back Pain Useful Exercises

Back strengthening exercises with pictures.

A gentle strengthening routine from the app. Use it after beginner mobility feels comfortable, and keep every rep controlled.

Strength without rushing

Strengthening should be controlled, not aggressive.

Back strengthening pages often jump straight to hard exercises. This routine uses app movements that are easier to scale: cat pose, arm and leg raise, good morning, back arch, and trunk rotators.

10 to 15 minutes

Gentle back strengthening routine

Cat pose

Cat's pose

Warm up with 10 slow mobility reps.

Arm and leg raise

Arm and leg raise

On all fours, stretch one arm forward and the opposite leg behind. Repeat 10 times.

Good morning

Good morning

Hinge at the hips with a flat back and repeat 10 controlled reps.

Back arch

Back arch

Lie face down and push up with arms while keeping the pelvis on the floor.

Trunk rotators

Trunk rotators

Sit cross legged, twist gently, and hold for 5 seconds each side.

Use a timer

The timer page pairs work/rest pacing with routine previews, but the app is better for a full guided flow.

Open timer preview
Avoid strengthening through pain. If a move exacerbates symptoms, try another one or seek advice from a health professional.