Maintaining a healthy weight is extremely important for your health in general, but is very important for your spine. If you have some extra weight, it could be causing your back pain. Extra weight leads to pressure on your spine and causes pain. Extra weight can also lead to other diseases that may intensify the pain or cause further issues to your spine. Some of the best ways to maintain a healthy weight is to eat healthy food and exercise. It is recommended that you exercise for at least 30 minutes a day.