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Benefits of Good Posture
“We lose touch with our wingspan when we hunch” – Martin Shaw
· Better breathing
· Super self-confidence
· Back relief
· Improved mood
· Optimal digestion
· Look fitter
· Reduced headaches
· Greater function as you age
· Boosted energy
· Improved concentration
· Keeping your joints and bones in proper alignment.
· Ensuring muscles are being used effectively and efficiently.
· Helping to decrease abnormal wear and tear on joint surfaces.
· Decreasing stress on the spinal ligaments.
· Preventing the spine from becoming fixed in an abnormal position.
· Preventing muscle fatigue.
· Minimizing the risk of sprain and strain injuries.
· Minimizing the risk of back pain.
· Promoting a good appearance.
Here’s a quick posture check:
When sitting, your feet should rest flat on the floor, with even weight on both hips. Your back should be mostly straight (you’ll have natural curves in your lower, mid-back and neck areas). Your shoulders should be back but relaxed and your ears should line up over your collarbones, slightly tighten your stomach muscles to support your core while drawing the top of your head towards the ceiling. When standing, your back should be mostly straight, (again, you’ll have natural curves in your lower, mid-back and neck areas). Your legs should have a slight knee bend so you’re not hyperextending or locking your knee joints, slightly tighten your stomach muscles to support your core while drawing your head towards the ceiling.
Another posture check strategy: Stand up against a wall making sure your heels, bottom, shoulder blades and the back of your head all touch the wall at the same time while slightly tightening your stomach muscles to strengthen your core, and reach the top of your head toward the ceiling.
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