Here’s a weird side effect of the job search I don’t think I would have ever expected – my posture is suffering. Why is it that when I was working, I sat up straighter in my chair than I seem to be doing now? I think it’s because when I’m typing, I sit up straight but when I’m scrolling I seem to slump. So I guess that’s a measure of how much typing I did while working?
Any way you look at it, good posture can help you maintain better health. Not only can your posture impact back and neck pain but even impacts your digestion! Check out what these resources say about the effect of posture on your health:
- https://www.health.harvard.edu/staying-healthy/why-good-posture-matters
- https://newsinhealth.nih.gov/2017/08/getting-it-straight#:~:text=Poor%20posture%20can%20also%20decrease,you%20eat%20and%20breathe%20comfortably.
- https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/conditionsandtreatments/posture
Now that I’ve caught myself slumping more, I’m taking steps to correct it. To start, I’m taking a weekly Pilates class using a reformer. I LOVE the reformer – you get a fabulous stretch from it! And I’ve found all kinds of other suggestions like these which also utilize yoga or Pilates elements:
- https://www.healthline.com/health/posture-exercises
- https://youtu.be/RqcOCBb4arc?feature=shared
- https://www.health.com/condition/osteoporosis/10-ways-to-have-great-posture-as-you-age
Sit up straight and check your posture – you’ll thank me for it!
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