"People with good posture are often seen as younger, more confident, and happier than those who slouch, round their shoulders, or tilt to one side," says Paul D'Arezzo, MD, a certified emergency physician in Colorado Springs. You'll feel better, too: Proper posture prevents muscle and joint pain and can help sidestep tension headaches by reducing strain on the neck. To perk up your stance, start a regular yoga or Pilates routine.
The exercises will strengthen the muscles in your abdomen, pelvis, and lower back that help hold your body upright. Also, stretch every hour or so when you're seated for long periods of time. Try this anti-aging beauty tip: Keep both feet flat on the floor with your shoulders and chin relaxed, hands on your thighs. Slowly draw your shoulders back and squeeze your shoulder blades together for a count of 5, then relax. Repeat three or four times.
So true. I am a living with the results of not practicing good posture.
ReplyDeleteGreat article. I try not too slouch, but it is hard for me. Hopefully, I will be more mindful of this.
ReplyDeleteThanks for this article. I just gave it to my daughter to read. She is 14, and she never sits up straight.
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ReplyDeleteI am not comfortable sitting up straight but I guess this would be helpful.Thanks again
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