Posture Assessment for "smarties"

I always resented these self-help books called "something something... for dummies" - why not have a self-help for "smarties". With that in mind, here are some easy to follow instructions for you to perform a self-assessment of your posture. You will need someone to observe and give you feedback, or need to use a full length mirror. In next week's blogs I will be forwarding a few key exercises to address certain conditions (i.e. rounded shoulders, head forward and so on). It can make a world of difference, to your health and vitality, to stand and move in good posture.

. slowly walk backward into a wall
. the head, upper back and buttocks should all touch the wall
. do ear lobes rest over the clavicle?
. check the position of your arms (hanging forward or back)
. do your hips tilt forward? backward?
. are your knees slightly bent or locked
. are your feet pointing forward, sideways (one may be different than the other)
. walk forward several feet, heel should strike the ground first, ankles should flex

Good Luck with your assessment - you may elect to hire me for a private session or two in order to properly assess your body and requirements.

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Catherine D'Aoust at GAIA Adventures, Personal Training, Workshops
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