Without our spines, we are nothing other than a jellyfish lying on the floor. This structure keeps us upright and we take it for granted. We have all had those days when we over exerted the day before by picking up a heavy load and struggle to straighten up. Spinal injuries affect more than 40 people per million globally – and these are the serious injuries. This does not account for aches and pains we all experience.
It may sound really stupid telling you to sit up straight or walk up straight with your shoulders back and your belly pulled in. But it will keep your core strengthened and keep your spine straight. Regular exercise to strengthen your core, back and leg muscles help in keeping your spine health.
We spend a lot of time sitting down, whether it’s at work, socially or those countless hours on a soft sofa watching television. Now we are not saying don’t do these things, Just do them mindfully. Use a chair with good back support. When sitting in a chair keep your spine straightened, shoulders back and your head high.
Good posture allows all your joints and bones to be correctly aligned so that our muscles are being used properly. Good posture will also decrease the stress on your muscles and joints that surround your spine and give you a healthy back. As you read this article take note of the way you are sitting. Good posture also helps you to fight off fatigue. When we sit or walk slouched over we soon become tired. Do yourself and your body a service and straighten up!
