Don’t let work be a pain in the back!23 Jan

30.8 million work days are lost every year due to musculoskeletal conditions such as back pain. If you’re suffering, then we’re here to help!

Does your job involve sitting all day, whether that’s at a desk or in a vehicle? Or do you spend your day stood up, walking around and lifting heavy items? Whatever you work as it’s very possible that back pain has been a problem at some point during your career. Back pain is the most common cause of sick days, and with so many jobs having an impact on our bodies, it’s important we look after them.

If you’re suffering from back pain, or just want to give your back a light workout then take a look below at 4 easy back stretches you can do at home after a long day at work to relieve tension and ease pain. Fancy taking these stretches to the next level? We run Pilates, Pure Stretch and Brio Stretch classes across a number of our centres, click here for our full timetables.

Interested in taking advantage of our £26 WorkFit membership? Click here.

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