
Benefits of a good posture/risks of a bad one
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What are the long term effects of bad posture?
Continuous use of poor posture will catch up over time. You will begin to feel increasing amounts of pain when at rest, or in motion due to stress on joints, spine, and the entire body-support system. A few bad posture side effects are
- Lower back pain
- Hip and leg pain
- Shoulder and neck pain
- Headaches
- Acid reflux
- Muscle tingling and weakness, and more
- How to Fix Bad Posture
Fixing poor posture is a matter of staying aware of how you are sitting, standing, and walking on a daily basis. Catching and correcting poor posture behaviors is the ultimate solution. Stand with your chest outward and shoulders straight. Stretch your spine every time you get up. Use proper pillow support under your head and neck. Another way to improve your posture is to strengthen core muscles and increase your flexibility.
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