I asked a Pilates instructor what her favorite exercise is for lower back pain—here is the move she swears by

Older woman lying on her front and forearms on an exercise mat in a living room setting with big windows behind her.

Lower back pain is a common issue that affects millions around the world—over 619 million people according to the World Health Organization.

Whether your days are spent sitting in one position or standing on your feet, tension can build up in and around the lower back. But adding targeted stretches and strengthening exercises can help relieve discomfort and improve mobility and flexibility.