More Ways to Improve Posture

There are more ways to improve a person’s posture in the way a person sits and stands.  When one is sitting in an office chair, align your back with the back of the chair, and avoid slouching or leaning forward even if you get tired from sitting in the chair after many long hours.    Next flex your arms at a 75 to 90 degree angle at the elbows.  The office chair may have to be adjusted.  While sitting, make sure your neck, back and heels of your feet are all properly aligned.

Keeping both feet flat on the floor while sitting, if you are unable to reach the floor then use a footrest and this should increase comfort.
While standing, stand with weight mostly on the balls of your feet, and not putting weight on your heels.  Do not lock your knees. Next keep your feet slightly apart about a shoulder-width and let your arms hang freely down the sides of the body. Tuck your chin in a bit to keep your head at level and be sure that the head is square on the top of the neck and spine but not pushed forward.  Stand straight and all with your shoulders being kept upright.

Another way is to stand against a wall with your shoulders and bottom touching the wall. The back of your head should also touch the wall and if it doesn’t, then your head may be carried too forward.