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Ways to improve posture please

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Highlandflapped · 15/08/2024 16:33

Hi,
I know stand tall and sit up straight and definitely Pilates, but I need everyday hints and tips (exercises?) on how to remember to improve my posture and ways to do it.

My core is good but I keep finding myself slouching and it’s not a good look.

Thank you

OP posts:
Tickineck · 15/08/2024 16:35

If you find yourself slouching roll your shoulders back, helps to correct yourself on the spot quickly

jennywrites · 15/08/2024 17:49

Imagine you have a helium balloon attached to your head pulling you up

Cambiarenome · 15/08/2024 17:54

Yoga helps.

LakelandDreams · 15/08/2024 17:54

Alexander Technique. It's amazing!

Highlandflapped · 15/08/2024 22:08

Thank you! Great tips.
off to google Alexander Technique!

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trader21c · 16/08/2024 02:47

My former Pilates instructor told me to stand upright against a wall looking straight ahead so back of head, shoulders, back of buttocks, back fleshy part of legs were all aligned and touching the surface as much as possible. I need to remember to do this - she was a ballerina and had perfect posture herself …

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