Posture Correction

Learn about common posture conditions and self-treatment options including specific exercises and stretches.

3 Thoracic Spine Mobility Exercises

By: Leon Turetsky (NASM-CPT, NASM-CES), Last Updated: March 5, 2020

In today’s video I (Leon) show 3 easy Thoracic Mobility Exercises that you can do at home or at the office.

The Thoracic spine refers to the Upper back and mid back area – which often gets really tight.

This study found that Thoracic Kyphosis (Hunched posture) increases with age – Especially after 40 years of age.

And another study noted that as we age our Thoracic spines lose mobility in all directions. [Read more…] about 3 Thoracic Spine Mobility Exercises

Leon Turetsky (NASM-CPT, NASM-CES)

Corrective Exercise Specialist (NASM-CES), Certified Personal Trainer (NASM-CPT), Professional Dancer

As a long time back sufferer Leon found unique methods to alleviate his pain using natural methods including self massage, exercise/stretching and postural habits. He founded Backintelligence.com to empower others to fix their postures and ease their back pain from home.

Reverse Plank Bridge – One of the Best Overall Posture Exercises

By: Leon Turetsky (NASM-CPT, NASM-CES), Last Updated: March 5, 2020

In today’s video I breakdown how to do the Reverse Plank Bridge exercise. This is one of my favorite posture exercises because it both stretches and strengthens some of the most important postural muscles. Check out the video: [Read more…] about Reverse Plank Bridge – One of the Best Overall Posture Exercises

Leon Turetsky (NASM-CPT, NASM-CES)

Corrective Exercise Specialist (NASM-CES), Certified Personal Trainer (NASM-CPT), Professional Dancer

Latissimus Dorsi Pain Relief – Lats Stretches & Releases

By: Leon Turetsky (NASM-CPT, NASM-CES), Last Updated: March 5, 2020

Latissimus Dorsi or commonly referred to as “Lats” is the biggest muscle of the back and it starts roughly from the pelvis area and runs on both sides of the back, all the way up, and finally attaches into both arm bones (humerus). [Read more…] about Latissimus Dorsi Pain Relief – Lats Stretches & Releases

Leon Turetsky (NASM-CPT, NASM-CES)

Corrective Exercise Specialist (NASM-CES), Certified Personal Trainer (NASM-CPT), Professional Dancer

8 Easy Hip Flexor Stretches – Unlock Your Tight Hip Flexors

By: Leon Turetsky (NASM-CPT, NASM-CES), Last Updated: March 5, 2020

Below you’ll find some of the best hip flexor stretches that you can do from the comfort of your home.

But first let’s explore why your hip flexors get so tight anyway?

The main contributing factor is excessive sitting, which puts your hip flexor muscles in a shortened position. [Read more…] about 8 Easy Hip Flexor Stretches – Unlock Your Tight Hip Flexors

Leon Turetsky (NASM-CPT, NASM-CES)

Corrective Exercise Specialist (NASM-CES), Certified Personal Trainer (NASM-CPT), Professional Dancer

How To Fix Lumbar Hyperlordosis (Excessively Arched Low Back)

By: Leon Turetsky (NASM-CPT, NASM-CES), Last Updated: March 5, 2020

Some Lordosis (low back curve) is normal and we all have it.

Hyperlordosis however, is an excessive low back arch that if not properly addressed could cause chronic low back pain and discomfort. [Read more…] about How To Fix Lumbar Hyperlordosis (Excessively Arched Low Back)

Leon Turetsky (NASM-CPT, NASM-CES)

Corrective Exercise Specialist (NASM-CES), Certified Personal Trainer (NASM-CPT), Professional Dancer