Exercises for lower back pain for seniors youtube

What is the single best exercise for lower back pain?

Walking, swimming, and biking may all help reduce back pain. Start with short sessions and build up over time. If your back is hurting, try swimming, where the water supports your body. Avoid any strokes that twist your body.

How can seniors strengthen their lower back?

Starting seated, feet flat on the floor, bring your hands to your lower back, with your fingers facing down and thumbs wrapped around your hips toward your front body..
Press your hands firmly into your hips/lower back and inhale..
As you exhale, gently arch your spine, leading with your head..

What exercises can I do at home for lower back pain?

6 exercises to help with pain.
Supine bridge. Lie on your back with your arms on the floor at your sides, your legs bent at the knees and your feet flat on the floor. ... .
Bird Dog. ... .
Cat Camel. ... .
Child's Pose. ... .
Double Knee-to-Chest Stretch. ... .
Lower Back Rotation Stretch..