Why Posture Matters?

Good posture isn't just about feeling more confident, it has a notable effect on your health.

With most of us spending more time at home now more than ever, whether this is working at your desk all day or spending time looking down at your phone. It's very easy to fall into the habit of limiting your movements throughout the day, especially with demands of your work and life commitments. The longer you spend time performing these activities with minimal movement, the more likely are you to develop bad posture habits.

Over time, these posture mistakes can result in poor form, muscle tension and back pain. It is important to recognise such issues early on, and address these posture concerns to ensure your spine is healthy in the long run.

Benefits of Good Posture


Preserves energy levels by requiring less muscle tension.


Increases confidence.


Help reduce back and neck pain.


Increases flexibility and range of motion.


Increases lung capacity.


Improves mood and focus.


Improves digestive function.


Healthier joints.

Common Posture Mistakes


Slouching in a chair.


Sticking your bottom out.


Standing with a flat back.


Hunched back.


Poking your chin out.


Rounded shoulders.


Cradling your phone.


Leaning on 1 leg.


Learn More About Us

Here at Posture Flex we are passionate about providing you with the vital information and simple solutions to take care of your posture.

We consist of a team of dedicated specialists with over 20 years of experience, and our goal is to provide you with all the right guidance and support to get you started on your journey to a better posture.

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Try These Exercises

Improve your posture starting today with these 5 simple exercises.

1.Cobra

A woman performing the cobra exercise

Duration:

  • 1 minute

Instructions:

  1. Place your hands palms down on the ground beneath your shoulders.
  2. Lift your chest up off the ground by straightening your arms.
  3. Gaze upwards and keep your abdominals engaged.
  4. Continue this movement for at least one minute.

2.Opposite Arm Leg Extension

A woman performing the opposite arm leg extension exercise

Duration:

  • 1 minute

Instructions:

  1. Prop yourself on your hands and knees. Align your knees under your hips and place your hands under your shoulders.
  2. Extend and lift your right hand and left foot out as high as you can whilst keeping them straight.
  3. Lower your arm and left, returning to the start position and now switch sides to opposite arm and leg.
  4. Continue this movement for at least one minute.

3.Cat-Cow

A woman performing the cat cow exercise

Duration:

  • 1 minute

Instructions:

  1. Place your hands and knees on the ground.
  2. Inhale to look up, dropping your abdomen down toward the ground, as you extend your spine.
  3. Exhale and arch your spine toward ceiling, and tuck your chin into your chest.
  4. Continue this movement for at least one minute.

4.Seated Twist

A woman performing the seated twist exercise

Duration:

  • 1 minute

Instructions:

  1. Sit upright on the floor (or your mat) with your legs extended in front of you and your hands resting on your thighs.
  2. Bend your right knee, then cross your right leg over and place your foot next to your left thigh.
  3. Reach your right arm behind you and place your fingertips on the floor gently, twisting your body to the right.
  4. Raise your left arm upward and hook it around your bent knee. Take a deep breath and exhale as you twist further to the right.
  5. Gently release from the pose and repeat on the other side.

5.Downward Dog

A woman performing the downward dog exercise

Duration:

  • 1 minute

Instructions:

  1. Place your stomach on the floor, press into your hands, as you tuck your toes under your feet and lift your heels.
  2. Lift your knees and hips to bring your sitting bones up toward the ceiling, bend your knees slightly and lengthen your spine.
  3. Press firmly into your hands and keep your heels slightly lifted.
  4. Continue this movement for at least one minute.

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