We spend so much time thinking about skincare routines, workout programs, and nutrition hacks to slow down aging. But posture? It rarely makes the list. The reality is that how you carry yourself can add or subtract years from your appearance. Physical therapists will tell you that posture doesn’t just affect how your body feels—it changes how others see you. …
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Want to boost your metabolism and mood? Forget fart walking — try ‘posture walking’ instead
If you didn’t already know, poor posture can negatively impact your gut, digestion, energy and breathing during exercise, including while you walk. “Posture walking” has been trending up over the past month, and there’s a good reason why. Posture walking refers to a quick upgrade you can make during walks to help improve digestion and generally feel better. Fraser Richardson, …
Read More »Perfect posture is a myth
Getty Images Posture is all about regular movement, exercise and positive mindsets “Sit up straight!” – we’ve all heard that command barked at us many times. For years we’ve been told that good posture means standing tall, shoulders back and your spine straight as a rod. But that might not actually be true. According to Dr Xand van Tulleken, a …
Read More »A Pilates instructor says you can strengthen your core and improve posture with this five-minute exercise snack
Not everyone has time to go to the gym, but most of us can find five minutes to squeeze in some movement. Breaking up prolonged periods of inactivity with short bursts of activity is known as exercise snacking, and it has all kinds of benefits, like boosting your energy levels throughout the day. “I love exercise snacking—especially for people who …
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