{"id":14163,"date":"2019-12-24T07:00:34","date_gmt":"2019-12-24T05:00:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/trifocusfitnessacademy.co.za\/?p=14163"},"modified":"2022-08-18T10:49:43","modified_gmt":"2022-08-18T08:49:43","slug":"exercises-to-maintain-good-posture","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/trifocusfitnessacademy.co.za\/personal-fitness-training-blog\/exercises-to-maintain-good-posture\/","title":{"rendered":"Exercises to maintain good posture"},"content":{"rendered":"

While a good posture can shave off a few kilos and make you look confident, it also helps to improve your body\u2019s strength<\/a> and balance. Bad posture often means that some joints, muscles and bones take on a lot more stress because they have to compensate for your imbalance. Not only are you left looking like the Hunchback of Notre Dame, but you will experience severe pains and possible injuries.<\/p>\n

Here are a number of exercises which you can try in order to fix bad posture or to maintain a good one.<\/p>\n

Child\u2019s pose<\/strong><\/h2>\n

The child\u2019s pose is usually included in a stretching or yoga<\/a> workout programme. It stretches and lengthens your spine, glutes and hamstring. It also releases tension in your lower back and neck.<\/p>\n

To do the child\u2019s pose, start by sitting on your shinbones with your knees together. Your big toes should be in contact with one another and your heels should fall to the side.<\/p>\n

Bend forward from your hips and walk your hands out in front of you. Then sink your hips back down toward your feet.<\/p>\n

Put your forehead on the floor while keeping your arms extended. Hold for a few seconds while breathing into the back of your ribs and waist.<\/p>\n

Rowing<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Sit with your spine extended and your legs stretched out in front of you. Bring your elbows into your sides and make blades with your hands.<\/p>\n

Reach your arms upward diagonally while inhaling. Then press your palms down toward the floor while exhaling and further extending your spine.<\/p>\n

Inhale again and lift your arms up to your ears. Keep your shoulders relaxed and your chest wide. Then exhale and open your arms to the side, further extending your spine.<\/p>\n

Return to the starting position and repeat.<\/p>\n