Experienced lifters ensure that they don’t bend their spine under load, especially while doing squats or deadlifts. However, new research suggests the dangers of spinal flexion are far more complex.

Flexion is the movement of a joint that increases the angle between the joint and the body part. Movement of a body part to the side is called lateral flexion. This type of movement is commonly ...

The humble crunch has dominated core training routines for decades, appearing in everything from military fitness tests to celebrity workout videos. This seemingly simple exercise promises a path to ...

Background The incidence of lumbar spine injury is high. Ergometer rowing and fatigue have been cited as risk factors for this injury. Objective Compare the kinematics of the lumbar spine in rowers on ...