In Asia and eastern cultures it is much more normal for people to sit in a cross legged position or posture. This is much better for us as it aligns the hips and spine and forces our back muscles to work harder. The less flexibility you have in the hips, the more likely you are to begin to have back pain. As a result it is essential that you do everything to increase your hip movement.
Asia, Eastern cultures and lower back exercises
August 23, 2007 by Marie-Anne