As Karen demonstrated on April 29th on Wellness Works NW’s YouTube Channel having good posture is important. This article is going to explain why it is important for us to have good posture when we walk, sit, and sleep.
Posture is the position we hold our bodies while we are standing, sitting, or lying down. We need to have correct alignment of our body parts so that our muscles are supported by the right amount of tension and gravity. When we aren’t in alignment that is when back issues happen. It also keeps bones and joins in alignment so that our muscles and ligaments are being used correctly so that it reduces the stress on them and this reduces injuries.
Here are some facts:
- 65 millions American have back pain.
- Low back pain is common for those who are under 45
- 80 percent of Americans will suffer back pain in their life
There are two types of posture: Dynamic and Static
- Static posture is non moving and happens when you sit, lie down, or sleep.
- Dynamic posture happens when you walk, run, or any movement you do.
As we age our body changes, we lose height. When we lose height our lungs and abdominal organs caused by the height loss causes heart disease, stroke, and respiratory issues, because they become compact. So working on posture while your body changes will help you with these things.
Here are some reasons to improve your posture:
- To have pain free movement and flexibility
- Better balance and coordination
- Higher energy levels
- Elevated confidence
- Reduced stress and anxiety
- Peak athletic performance
- Ability to breath deeply
- Youthful appearance
- Stay active longer as we age
Some strong posture exercises include yoga, tai chi, and pilates.
Finally, here are some tips to help you:
- Move every 30 minutes especially if you work at a desk or sit for long periods of time
- Strengthen your core muscles
- Work on your balance and take the stairs
- Check your ergonomics to make sure your desk, chair and bed are at the right height for you
If you have any questions or need help with exercises Karen will be happy to assist you.
Call or text 360-447-8061 to make an appointment
Let’s keep on moving. Be well!
#KeepMoving #WellnessWorks #WootWoot
Here are some links I would like to share with you:
- Correct Your Posture Month – May by National Day Calendar Staff
- The Every Woman’s Guide to Perfect Posture in 30 Days by Gabrielle Kassel and medically reviewed by Daniel Bubnis, MS, NASM-CPT, NASE Level 11-CSS, specialty in fitness for Health Line
- Guide to Good Posture by Medline Plus Staff
- Health and wellbeing series – facts about posture by Wesley Mission Queensland Staff
- Maintaining Good Posture by American Chiropractic Association Staff
- May is National Correct Posture Month by The Joint Chiropractic Staff
- Posture Affects Your Health by PostureMonth.org Staff
- Stand Taller for Posture Month by Posture Zone Staff
- Why good posture matters by Harvard Health Publishing Harvard Medical School Staff
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Jamie Holloway is co-owner of Wellness Works NW and she is also our Research Manager and writes our Chasing Wellness with Jamie Holloway and Dear Jamie columns. Jamie is also an Independent Wellness Advocate at dōTERRA. She lives in the Portland, Oregon area. Since October 2011 she has been sharing her Journey Toward Health and Wellness with Vasculitis through her blog at JamieChasesButterflies.com. We hope you are as inspired as we are with the raw candor Jamie uses in her writing. If you would like to help support Jamie’s writing efforts please Donate now.
