by denise e
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August 27, 2007

importance of posture

October 21, 2007 02:12 PM EDT
views: 41 | comments: 27


If you've ever caught a glimpse of your own reflection and didn't like your posture, change it!

Think about how you feel when you're slouched over your computer, the dinner table, or the baby stroller. When you stand up straight, you'll not only look taller and thinner but also improve your circulation, breathing, and digestion.

Straighten up your act to look better -- and feel better, too.

Such a simple act, yet it can make such a difference. 

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Comments: 27

JoAnne D. Oct 21, 2007, 2:15pm EDT
Take the top off your husband's, bf, or father's underwear, put thru one arm and around your back and insert other arm. This will remind you to sit up straight. Tie a not to adjust the size and tension.
lynn a. Oct 21, 2007, 2:26pm EDT
That's true. And I can be one to slouch. Thanks for the reminder.
Vivian P. Oct 21, 2007, 2:27pm EDT
true
B F. Oct 21, 2007, 2:28pm EDT
a great reminder with benefits to boot!!!
Monica H. Oct 21, 2007, 2:30pm EDT
Oh----I have terrible posture. I definately slouch way too much!! I need to stand up straight and suck it in!! ha ha ha
Thanks for the reminder!
Between my years of gmynastics and ballet, I've never much been one for slouching. I stand tall, though my bad habit is that I tend to look at the ground when I walk, instead of looking straight forward. I correct that when I catch it, but it takes a conscious effort.
Dan H. Oct 21, 2007, 3:35pm EDT
you're right, I should do better.
Birdee F. Oct 21, 2007, 3:38pm EDT
haha as I am reading this I am leaning on the arm of the chair I am sitting in...LOL! Not having good posture right now ;o) I have rods in my back so I always look like I have good posture... ;o)
Mary M. Oct 21, 2007, 4:01pm EDT
It's true about posture -- I see many little old ladies where I work all hunched over -- permanently. Osteoporosis happens to most women (and men!). Take that Calcium + Vitamin D every day and try to straighten up and stretch your back and shoulders whenever you can.
Carolyn K. Oct 21, 2007, 4:15pm EDT
Thanks for the advice!!
Carole S. Oct 21, 2007, 4:25pm EDT
Ths is so true.
Jerri H. Oct 21, 2007, 4:32pm EDT
Thanks Denise :)
Bonnie S. Oct 21, 2007, 5:03pm EDT
I agree with you, I should sit up straight more often.
dee<~Senior,class of 2010 W. Oct 21, 2007, 5:14pm EDT
My mother tells me the same thing all the time. yet I cant help but slouch.
Angela P. Oct 21, 2007, 5:38pm EDT
How did you know I was slouching, you got a hidden camara in my house?!? I'm
sitting straight now !
*Carol ~Bronx Southern Belle D. Oct 21, 2007, 6:10pm EDT
I've thought about getting a back brace.
Alainia~ Tha one n only~ a. Oct 21, 2007, 6:47pm EDT
I'm the worst sloucher.
Alainia~ Tha one n only~ a. Oct 21, 2007, 6:48pm EDT
I'm slouching now~ I just can't stop!!!!!
Dena A. Oct 21, 2007, 6:58pm EDT
True! So true!
Ghostly Ghoul Oct 21, 2007, 7:14pm EDT
True but it hurts - and it really really hurts. After a day or so I can't move it's so bad and I am not a wimp over pain. *sigh*
Elaine B. Oct 21, 2007, 8:14pm EDT
Good advice!
Brenda (square peg in a round hole) H. Oct 21, 2007, 8:18pm EDT
I have to work on my posture. I slouch a lot.
donna h. Oct 22, 2007, 7:50am EDT
good advice
Jaime R. Oct 22, 2007, 9:03am EDT
Very true - my husband always comments on my good posture (as opposed to his bad posture)
j - Frugal Mom - r. Oct 22, 2007, 10:46am EDT
I always think of the posture when I am walking, because I know mine is bad.
J W. Nov 28, 2007, 9:05pm EST
I need to work on my posture

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