Posture Correction

Learn about common posture conditions and self-treatment options including specific exercises and stretches.

5 Easy Desk Stretches

By: Leon Turetsky (NASM-CPT, NASM-CES), Last Updated: August 7, 2019

Here are 5 stretches to do at your desk to improve your posture and get rid of any aches or pains. You can do these at your computer office desk everyday. [Read more…] about 5 Easy Desk Stretches

Leon Turetsky (NASM-CPT, NASM-CES)

Corrective Exercise Specialist (NASM-CES), Certified Personal Trainer (NASM-CPT), Professional Dancer

As a long time back sufferer Leon found unique methods to alleviate his pain using natural methods including self massage, exercise/stretching and postural habits. He founded Backintelligence.com to empower others to fix their postures and ease their back pain from home.

Easy Sternocleidomastoid Stretch (SCM) – Posture Correction

By: Leon Turetsky (NASM-CPT, NASM-CES), Last Updated: May 24, 2019

In today’s video I show you how to stretch the Sternocleidomastoid (or SCM) muscle step by step. According to research the SCM muscle is one of the shortened/overactive muscles that is associated with forward head posture. So if you’re serious about correcting your posture you will want to stretch this muscle. [Read more…] about Easy Sternocleidomastoid Stretch (SCM) – Posture Correction

Leon Turetsky (NASM-CPT, NASM-CES)

Corrective Exercise Specialist (NASM-CES), Certified Personal Trainer (NASM-CPT), Professional Dancer

How High Should My Computer Monitor Be?

By: Leon Turetsky (NASM-CPT, NASM-CES), Last Updated: May 8, 2019

As you may already know maintaining good posture at your desk is a huge factor in improving your spine’s health.

An improper monitor position can trigger back, neck and shoulder pain, as well as contribute to poor posture. [Read more…] about How High Should My Computer Monitor Be?

Leon Turetsky (NASM-CPT, NASM-CES)

Corrective Exercise Specialist (NASM-CES), Certified Personal Trainer (NASM-CPT), Professional Dancer

3 Thoracic Spine Mobility Exercises

By: Leon Turetsky (NASM-CPT, NASM-CES), Last Updated: June 20, 2019

In today’s video I (Leon) show 3 easy Thoracic Mobility Exercises that you can do at home or at the office.

The Thoracic spine refers to the Upper back and mid back area – which often gets really tight.

This study found that Thoracic Kyphosis (Hunched posture) increases with age – Especially after 40 years of age.

And another study noted that as we age our Thoracic spines lose mobility in all directions. [Read more…] about 3 Thoracic Spine Mobility Exercises

Leon Turetsky (NASM-CPT, NASM-CES)

Corrective Exercise Specialist (NASM-CES), Certified Personal Trainer (NASM-CPT), Professional Dancer

Reverse Plank Bridge – One of the Best Overall Posture Exercises

By: Leon Turetsky (NASM-CPT, NASM-CES), Last Updated: May 8, 2019

In today’s video I breakdown how to do the Reverse Plank Bridge exercise. This is one of my favorite posture exercises because it both stretches and strengthens some of the most important postural muscles. Check out the video: [Read more…] about Reverse Plank Bridge – One of the Best Overall Posture Exercises

Leon Turetsky (NASM-CPT, NASM-CES)

Corrective Exercise Specialist (NASM-CES), Certified Personal Trainer (NASM-CPT), Professional Dancer

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