Are you sitting for most of the day?

One thing I remember from riding around in a car all day on patrol (or sitting at a desk) was my back killed. Part of this was sitting and part of it was the gun belt. Either way I knew I needed to do something or rih yisk having a continuous sore back or injury. I'll post some back strengthening exercises later this week-- but other things that helped me:
1. Get up- whether it means walking in your patrol beat or walking around the office. Get out at least once an hour (if possible) and stretch your legs and back and walk.
2. If you are a police officer and wearing a duty belt- make sure to try and balance the weight on the belt as best you can. My husband wore belt suspenders for a while (no one could see them) and they helped his back tremendously.
3. Watch your waistline- make sure to maintain a healthy weight as this can also lead to back issues.