MCC Daily Tribune

Correct Posture Month

This Correct Posture Month in May, let’s get educated on what a correct posture is and how we can ensure our lifestyle does not harm our posture. So sit up straight and let’s get started!

HOW TO OBSERVE CORRECT POSTURE MONTH

1. Visit a physiotherapist
   Show some self-love and book an appointment with a physiotherapist to find out what condition your posture is in.

2. Perform posture improvement exercises throughout the month
   Use Google to get your hands on some exercises that you can perform daily to improve your posture. This could include some yoga and pilates.

3. Get educated
   Dedicate the month to learning more about the posture, what affects it, and how it can be improved. Slowly begin implementing your findings and change your life for good!

FIVE FUN FACTS ABOUT POSTURE

1. There are many people with back pain
   65 million U.S. citizens suffer from back pain every year.

2. Your personality affects your posture
   According to a study by S. Guimond, extroverts and introverts have different postures.

3. A straight back isn’t the ideal posture
   The perfect posture is an elongated ‘S’ shape.

4. Sitting causes issues
   Posture issues arise because the human body is not designed to sit for hours in a chair.

5. It affects your mood
   Bad posture can contribute to a bad mood.

WHY CORRECT POSTURE MONTH IS IMPORTANT

1. It helps with breathing
   A good posture allows your lungs access to ample oxygen as there is more space for the rib cage to expand. Breathing easily and deeply helps with overall health.

2. It improves digestion
   A poor posture causes the internal organs to get crunched up, hence, having a bad impact on the overall digestion process. Slouching also causes heartburn.

3. It aids in sleeping well
   A good posture allows you to have a peaceful night’s sleep, free of pain and back troubles. This, in effect, improves your overall quality of life.

Correct Posture Month - National Today

Sarah Benedict
MCC Wellness Council
05/17/2023