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Effective exercises for lower back pain can be done in the home and can be really easy to perform, without the help of a therapist. The exercises in this article will aid in correcting your posture, strengthen your lower back and provide relief for lower back pain.

The Pelvic Tilt is one of the popular exercises for lower back pain because it helps to strengthen your abdominals. As you lay on your back with your knees flexed and your feet flat on the floor, relax your upper back on the floor.

Slowly but firmly press your lower back on the floor. This will cause your abdominal muscles to tighten. You should remain in this position for 10 to 15 seconds. This exact procedure should be repeated 7 to 10 times.

The Curl Up is also one of the effective exercises for lower back pain. This exercise is also done while on your back. First, perform the pelvic tilt and hold this position. This is the starting position for the curl up.

Now, tuck your chin and in a curled up posture, slowly raise your shoulders up off the floor. Your feet should remain against the floor. Hold for 10 to 15 seconds and repeat this movement 7 to 10 times. Slowly move back to your starting position. The abs should be tucked in the entire time.

A variation of the curl up is the Curl Up with Rotation. The curl up exercise is performed, but a twisting of the body to one side is added at the end. The position should be held for 10 to 15 seconds, followed by a return the floor and a repeat of the exercise with a twist to the other side.

This position should be held for another 10 to 15 seconds and then return to the floor. Repeat at least 7 times. Don’t forget to continue the pelvic tilt throughout the exercise.

Consisting of a pelvic tilt, completed with an abdominal contraction is our last exercise for lower back pain, the lower back stretch exercise. Start by performing and maintaining the pelvic tilt.

Wrap your arms under your knees and pull the knees towards your chest using your abdominals. Do not touch the floor with your head. Maintain the position for 30 seconds. The lower back should experience a small amount of tension. Repeat at least 3 times.

Performing these exercises can lead to better posture and relief from pain along low back area. These exercises for lower back pain are also effective in strengthening the abdominals and stretching the lower back muscles.