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While your back is a complex system of bones, nerves, discs, muscles and other tissues, keeping it healthy is actually pretty simple.
All Tips (3:52)
Tip 01: Get regular exercise (:30)
Tip 02: Don't smoke! (:37)
Tip 03: Maintain a healthy body weight! (:37)
Tip 04: Keep your core strong! (:30)
Tip 05: Use proper body mechanics! (:43)
Tip 06: Have good posture! (:30)
Tip 07: Reduce stress! (:37)
Tip 08: Keep healthy, strong bones! (:37)
Tip 09: Don't be a weekend warrior! (:37)