Table of Contents

Part I. The Spinal Unit
Chapter 1. Anatomy of the Spine
Chapter 2. Spinal Stability Training
Chapter 3. Assess Yourself

Part II. Exercises
Chapter 4. Supine and Prone Exercises
Chapter 5. Quadruped, Seated, and Standing Exercises
Chapter 6. Mobility and Flexibility Exercises

Part III. Common Conditions
Chapter 7. Nonspecific Low Back Pain
Chapter 8. Disc Bulge and Herniation
Chapter 9. Spondylolisthesis
Chapter 10. Stenosis
Chapter 11. Spinal Surgeries

About the Author

Brian Richey is a personal trainer, educator, and industry leader in the fields of medical exercise and corrective exercise. His unique approach to managing clients’ medical conditions through exercise has helped thousands move better, stand taller, and exercise without pain.

Brian earned his BS in kinesiology and exercise science from the University of Hawaii. He has multiple certifications from the American Academy of Health, Fitness, and Rehabilitation Professionals: Medical Exercise Program Director, Medical Exercise Specialist, and Post Rehab Conditioning Specialist. He is a faculty educator and master instructor with Balanced Body.

Brian brings his knowledge in medical exercise, corrective exercise, and integrated movement to the masses through lectures and workshops, both in person and online. He is based in Washington, D.C., where he proudly owns and operates Fit 4 Life DC.

Reviews

“Brian Richey is a medical exercise specialist known around the world for his ability to get people out of pain through exercise. Back Exercise: Stabilize, Mobilize, and Reduce Pain will help you understand what kind of pain you have and how to treat it. He makes complicated concepts easy and provides effective exercise strategies for people with muscular, disc-related, or spine-related low back pain.”
—Nora St. John, MS, NCPT, Education Program Director at Balanced Body Inc.

“There’s no one person better suited to identify and rehabilitate your back pain. Brian Richey takes the time to give you the why behind the what by illustrating the anatomy, using clay on a skeleton to demonstrate what is happening in your body. His advice and exercises will help you find relief. Back Exercise: Stabilize, Mobilize, and Reduce Pain is a must-read for everybody!”
—Portia Page, Author of Pilates Illustrated

“Brian Richey has a strong grasp of kinesiology and corrective exercise—he is an incredibly talented exercise professional. Back Exercise: Stabilize, Mobilize, and Reduce Pain should be on the shelf of anyone in the field.”
—Scott Kahan, MD, MPH, Director of the National Center for Weight and Wellness