5 Best Exercises For Women With Back Pain

[{"selector":"#anim-c744e761-61e9-4a19-b47b-542f45c0b878","keyframes":{"opacity":[0,1]},"delay":0,"duration":600,"easing":"cubic-bezier(0.2, 0.6, 0.0, 1)","fill":"both"}] [{"selector":"#anim-49660903-f192-403b-996d-4ce49493d388","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(0px, 137.82341%, 0)","translate3d(0px, 0px, 0)"]},"delay":0,"duration":600,"easing":"cubic-bezier(0.2, 0.6, 0.0, 1)","fill":"both"}] Exercising with back pain can be challenging, but certain exercises can help alleviate discomfort and strengthen the muscles that support the spine. Photo Credit: Shutterstock

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Walking

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Swimming

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Yoga

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Tai Chi

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Stretching & Flexibility

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