The worst position for your lower back is the bent forward position (like touching your toes from a standing position or hunched over as if riding a crotch rocket). To alieviate lower back pain I do "Cobra Stretches". A Cobra stretch is done from the front leaning position (like a pushup position) but rather than bridging on your toes, you do it from your knees (like a girl pushup). From this position tilt your head back and look at the ceiling and at the same time arch your back down as far as you can. When you have arched your back as far as you can... arch it a little bit more and hold it for about five seconds and do it again. Do about five reps, more if you have the time. If you can't get on the floor you can do this by leaning against the wall and arching your back. Do this all day as often as your can. Saved me from back surgery ten years ago. Your back will love you for it.
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