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Unfortunately, the importance of good posture in an overall fitness program is often overlooked even by fitness instructors. All body parts will respond better to a fitness program if they are in th.. more
By making improvements at an early age, you will avoid major problems and discomfort. You will be able to absorb accidental falls or injuries which will allow you to enjoy more good living as you ge.. more
Awareness is critical. Postural awareness is a very important aspect. Being constantly aware, contributes largely to your postural re-education because if you are unaware of being in a faulty postur.. more
The aim is to allow your body to be in a position of least strain on supporting muscles and ligaments during any movement or weight-bearing activities. This applies to whether you are standing, walk.. more
Optimal posture allows for pain-free movement with a minimum of energy expenditure, and will allow the body to act with the maximum amount of vigor, power and collective control possible.
Any devia..
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As an adolescent, you are growing and on average and hopefully, you are relatively active, so that there may be an even greater risk of injury to the back and spine. According to studies, there is a.. more
When certain muscles or groups of muscles are used more frequently (at work, play or during sports), they get stronger, larger and tighter. At the same time, the underutilized opposing muscles will.. more
Let us try a few simple experiments:
Tuck your chin in to your upper chest / throat area. Now try to swallow. You should find it difficult.
Another test – sit in a regular chair. Now bend over s..
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Excess fat is an all-round hazard. You will notice that we use the term “Fat” and not “Weight”. This is intentional. If you are “overweight”, lose the fat and not the muscle. Excess fat is dangerous.. more
You will note that we refer to “fat” and not weight. The reason is simple – Weight includes “muscle”, and we never want to lose any of that precious tissue. So diets for example usually refer to “we.. more