Postural Mistakes You Don’t Want To Make
BAD POSTURE VS GOOD POSTURE
The Bad
Hunched back, extended neck and slouched shoulders – No wonder why you have back pain!
HEALTH
Back pain caused by extended hours of poor posture due to sedentary lifestyles, hunched over smartphones and computers.
FEEL
Slouching makes you look tired and feel sluggish, fearful and self-conscious.
COMMUNICATION
Communicates boredom, nervous, fearful or self-conscious.
APPEARANCE
Can make you look unhealthy, unattractive, and even a couple pounds heavier.
The Good
By simply pulling your shoulders back, chin up and spine straight, you change the way you look and feel.
HEALTH
Engages your core. Opens up your diaphragm. Gives your organs the room they need to aid in digestion.
FEEL
Can help increase energy & productivity. Can help reduce stress & anxiety.
COMMUNICATION
Communicates confidence, presence and openness. Helps you own the room.
APPEARANCE
Can help you look younger, more vibrant and attractive.
THE MORAL OF THE STORY
There is little benefit to practicing good posture in an Elixr Pilates class then spend 15 hours a day aggravating your body. Elixr Pilates teaches you good posture but it is up to you to be practice all day until it becomes a habit.
