LOWER back pain is becoming more and more common in modern day lives due to a sedentary lifestyle.

Here are three simple exercises to help prevent and relieve lower back pain.

Bottom to heels stretch Stretches and mobilises the spine Start position: Kneel on all fours, with your knees under hips and hands under shoulders.

Don’t over-arch your lower back.

Keep your neck long, your shoulders back and don’t lock your elbows.

Action: Slowly take your bottom backwards, maintaining the natural curve in the spine. Hold the stretch for one deep breath and return to the starting position.

Repeat eight to 10 times.

Knee rolls Stretches and mobilises the spine Start position: Lie on your back.

Place a small flat cushion or book under your head.

Keep your knees bent and together.

Keep your upper body relaxed and your chin gently tucked in.

Action: Roll your knees to one side, followed by your pelvis, keeping both shoulders on the floor.

Hold the stretch for one deep breath and return to the starting position Repeat eight to 10 times, alternating sides.

Back extensions Stretches and mobilises the spine backwards Start position: Lie on your stomach, and prop yourself on your elbows, lengthening your spine.

Keep your shoulders back and neck long.

Action: Keeping your neck long, arch your back up by pushing down on your hands.

You should feel a gentle stretch in the stomach muscles as you arch backwards.

Breathe and hold for five to 10 seconds.

Repeat eight to 10 times.