Back Extension

If you haven't had lower back pain yet in life, chances are you will someday. Do what you can and strengthen that important part of your body by adding some back extensions to your workout. There's the piece of equipment by the treadmills that is designed for back extensions but it can be difficult at first, so you can also do back extensions on the physio balls. Lie facedown on the ball, knees bent and feet on the wall behind you, toes on the floor. (Go in the multipurpose room if you're at the gym.) Bend your elbows and keep your arms at your sides bringing your hands up by your shoulders. Lift your upper body, then lower it onto the ball. Repeat 10-15 times. You should feel this in your lower back. Incorporate this into your workout two or three times per week.