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We’re sure you’ve heard it a thousand times before – sit up straight! As most of us spend more time at home (and more time on the couch), practicing proper posture is more important than ever. Good posture isn’t just a matter of good manners but is critical to the health of your spine. Here’s what you need to know.
Having balance is key to proper posture. Next time you’re standing up, pay attention to your posture. Is your weight distributed evenly and your stance balanced, or is one leg bearing more weight than the other? Are you standing with your legs crossed, forcing your hips to move out of balance? If your posture isn’t balanced, you force your spine and muscles to work overtime to compensate for that imbalance. Pay attention to your posture whether you are sitting, standing, or even laying down and make sure your pelvis is aligned. To help keep your spine in proper alignment, see us at Wills Chiropractic for an adjustment.
Alignment and balance are two peas in a pod. In order to be well balanced, your spine needs to be properly aligned. Whether you are sitting down or standing up, your head should be looking straight ahead. Your shoulders should be back just slightly and your hips and knees should be straight forward. At Wills Chiropractic, we regularly treat patients suffering from hunched shoulders and forward head posture. These ailments can be caused by constant use of computers and cell phones, which is only increasing as people spend more time at home practicing social distancing. When you maintain regular chiropractic care, you can rest easy knowing your neck and spine are in proper alignment, benefitting your posture.
Even if it seems impossible to peel yourself off the couch, your body craves movement! It was designed to move and without regular motion, it degenerates – that should be motive enough to turn off Netflix and schedule an adjustment! Stretches, exercise, and regular chiropractic care all help your body function properly. You may be missing your favorite classes at the gym given our current situation, but you can still enjoy many outdoor exercises like biking and jogging, try bodyweight exercises, or even take advantage of free workout programs available online. For tips on staying active while social distancing, be sure to ask during your next appointment.
Spinal health is critical to your overall health and wellness, and maintaining proper posture is an important part of that. To learn more about how posture affects your overall health and wellness or about the benefits of chiropractic care, click here to schedule an adjustment with your local Rochelle, IL chiropractor.
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