“Low back pain stretches” is one of the most commonly searched wellness topics online. Before yoga, my back always hurt and I was the one searching these terms. While I’m not here to tell you that doing these 5 stretches will magically erase your back pain, I can say that consistent movement, strengthening, and stretching can work wonders for prevention and maintenance.
So, I made this YouTube short to show you my personal go-to stretches that relieve my back pain and low back tension and that my students love. Check out the 60-second video, then scroll down for the step-by-step instructions on how to try it for yourself below.
Maybe you won’t love every stretch on the list, but you’ll probably find at least one that works for you. Incorporate it into your routine and see how it goes. 
