The good news is that by doing a few, simple daily exercises, you can keep your back flexible and strong. Not only will these exercises reduce or eliminate back pain, but sticking to the plan can prevent future injury. The exercises can be done anywhere--at home, the office, or even the locker room at the course--and only take about 10 minutes. As with any exercise program, check with your doctor before starting, especially if you have been inactive, have had severe back pain, or a known back injury.

Do not perform these exercises with bouncy, jerky movements. Always make them slow and controlled, just like your swing.

Prone Extension

Back Extension

Lie on your stomach with your hands by your shoulders. Maintain a straight line from head to hips. Keeping your knees and hips against the floor, push your head, chest, and shoulders off the floor by slowly straightening your elbows. Hold for two seconds, then lower slowly. Repeat 10 times. Work up to holding for five seconds, repeating 20 times, for one to three sets.

Trunk Twist

Sit upright on the floor with your legs extended straight in front of you. Bend the left leg and place it over the straight right leg so that the left foot is outside the right knee. Slowly twist your back and place your right elbow on the outside of your left knee. Gently twist your lower back until you feel a stretch. Hold that stretch for five seconds, then release. Reverse your legs and arms and repeat 10 times. Work up to 12 repetitions for one to three sets.

Trunk Stretch

On your hands and knees, lower your head, then slowly rock back and sit on your heels. Relax your back and repeat. Repeat 10 times. Work up to 15 repetitions for one to three sets.

Michael Haney, is president of The Firm Health and Wellness Group in Nashville, Tennessee.