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

Latissimus Dorsi Pain Relief – Lats Stretches & Releases

By: , Last Updated: October 30, 2018

Latissimus Dorsi or commonly referred to as “Lats” is the biggest muscle of the back and it starts roughly from the pelvis area and runs on both sides of the back, all the way up, and finally attaches into both arm bones (humerus). [Read more…] about Latissimus Dorsi Pain Relief – Lats Stretches & Releases

8 Easy Hip Flexor Stretches – Unlock Your Tight Hip Flexors

By: , Last Updated: November 1, 2018

Below you’ll find some of the best hip flexor stretches that you can do from the comfort of your home.

But first let’s explore why your hip flexors get so tight anyway?

The main contributing factor is excessive sitting, which puts your hip flexor muscles in a shortened position. [Read more…] about 8 Easy Hip Flexor Stretches – Unlock Your Tight Hip Flexors

How To Fix Lumbar Hyperlordosis (Excessively Arched Low Back)

By: , Last Updated: November 1, 2018

Some Lordosis (low back curve) is normal and we all have it.

Hyperlordosis however, is an excessive low back arch that if not properly addressed could cause chronic low back pain and discomfort. [Read more…] about How To Fix Lumbar Hyperlordosis (Excessively Arched Low Back)

10 Exercises To Improve Posture

By: , Last Updated: January 8, 2019

It is a known fact that most people sit for way too long. Not only that, but they tend to sit with bad posture…

The slouched shoulders, forward head posture, rounding of the back, or excessive arching of the low back. [Read more…] about 10 Exercises To Improve Posture

Proper Sitting Posture At A Desk – 10 Tips

By: , Last Updated: April 1, 2019

In the modern workplace, many workers spend more than 50% of their workday in a seated position.

Our bodies were built to move and yet we are spending an increasing amount of time in sedentary environments that minimize our physical activity levels, and also require us to sit for prolonged periods of time.

And, if you’re like most people, you’re likely to have poor posture while you’re sitting which puts you at risk for neck and back pain, muscle stiffness, decreased mobility, poor balance, and decreased athletic performance to name a few. [Read more…] about Proper Sitting Posture At A Desk – 10 Tips