IS PERFECT POSTURE POSSIBLE

Most people struggle with holding posture for prolonged periods of time. It is important to note that it is not normal for us to hold these sitting positions for 5 to 8 hours at a time. So we need to determine how can we best combat the occupational athlete positioning.

What To Do

Step 1) Set up your desk and chair to promote good posture-See our other videos to do this properly.

  • Get the computer screen to eye level
  • Make sure the keyboard is not too high up for your hands and shoulders
  • Stay close to the screen, don’t drift and have to squint to see the work to be done.

 

Step 2)

  • Get a stand that can allow you to place papers and books at an angle so you don’t have to bend your neck or back at such a severe angle.
  • Get a chair that doesn’t lean back!

 

Step 3)  Utilize Exercise, while you sit

  • Brueggers exercises
  • Head Retraction
  • Breathing Exercises

 

Step 4)  Take a break, get up and move

  • Drink lots of water, it hydrates you AND makes you get up to go to the bathroom
  • Your more productive by blocking time anyway, so get up and MOVE!
  • Taking breaks allows you to engage your muscular system and prevent muscle tightness and discomfort.  Remember, Movement is life!
IMPROVE WORK
IMPROVE LIFE

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