Back Exercises: Strengthen Your Spine and Correct Posture

Strengthening the spine and rhomboids is essential for correcting slouching and alleviating chronic back pain. Compare the effectiveness of pull-ups versus lat pulldowns and explore targeted routines for scoliosis or pinched nerves.

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What Are the Bird Dog Exercises for the Spine?

While bird dog exercises don't look exactly like a real bird dog -- humans lack tails to point with -- the exercise replicates the look of a pointer as best a human can. From a hands-and-knees position, one leg extends back while the opposite arm extends forward.

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