Four out of five people will experience lower back pain at some point in their lives. It is the second most common complaint, after headaches, that doctors hear. Here is advice from a back pain specialist—and sufferer.
Why is swimming such a great exercise? It's good for your heart and lungs. But it's also gentle on your joints. And that's just a start.
For years, the conventional wisdom has been that it's wise to warm up before exercising and to cool down afterwards. Surprisingly, there's little solid research to back up this advice.
