behind desks.
It was clear to me that the biggest issue for both groups was some-
thing I work on constantly with medical professionals: posture. Poor
posture can lead to a host of problems, far more than you may realize.
It's progressive and it's sneaky. I've treated people who had chronic
headaches — headaches that resembled migraines — that were
caused by bad posture.
How's your posture?
Try standing against a wall and see what touches. It should be the
back of your head, the tip of your shoulder blades and your behind. If
you need to do better, start with a proud chest, what I call a rooster's
chest. Then squeeze the wings (shoulder blades) in your back. Your
shoulders should go back and downward, helping your chest rise and
your chin return to a neutral position.
Of course, if you've been slouching for years, it's going to be a tough
habit to break. It helps to have someone remind you periodically, but
you don't want a nagging mother telling you to stand up straight. So
instead of attaching a negative connotation, ask a partner or co-worker
to give you a thumbs-up every once in a while. It's a positive gesture that
reminds you to stand up straight. And if you remind your partner to
stand up straight, you remind yourself, too.
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