What is your posture like now as you read this?

Good posture is so important as we lead our daily lives. When you practice good posture, not only is it healthy for your spine, but it can improve your self confidence, and instantly make you look and feel taller and slimmer.

As you are reading this, notice how your posture is. If you were slouching, sit up straight and take note of how you feel now. Feels better, doesn't it? Try to remember during the day to sit or stand tall. It can be easy to forget, especially if you are sitting at a desk and absorbed in your work, or busy rushing around, but do make an effort to keep from slouching.

Try these tips to help perfect your posture:

• When you are standing, there should be an imaginary straight line that connects your ears to your shoulders, all the way down to your ankles.
• Pull your shoulders back so that they are in line with your earlobes. 
• Pull your tummy in, and keep your abs engaged.
• Imagine your nipples are headlights, and you are using them to light up the road ahead :)

• If you are sitting at a computer, sit up tall. Push your hips as far back as they can go in the chair. 
• Lower your chair if needs be, to make sure your feet are planted firmly on the floor Make sure your upper and lower back are supported.
• Sit close to the keyboard and make sure the keys are centered with your body.
• Make sure your shoulders are relaxed, and your wrists and hands are straight.
• It is recommended also that you take small breaks from sitting at a desk and walk around for a few minutes.

                                              "Stand tall, reach high, and dream big"