Understanding How Good Posture Benefits Your Health!

P= Power and Productivity. According to social psychologist Amy Cuddy “People with high power poses have increased feelings of dominance, risk-taking, and power as well as reduced anxiety.” Sitting upright can actually reinforce self-confidence and make you feel more alert, concentrated and productive.

O= Opens up airways to allow oxygen to flow freely. Oxygen is vital for your brain function, metabolism and energy. More oxygen=better breathing=more energy!

S= Sex — Better posture can lead to better sex. Bad posture causes shallow breathing and intensifies stress, which affects our energy levels and sleep. Anxiety, depression, and stress, are among some of the psychological causes of low sex drive, especially for women, according to the Mayo Clinic.

T= Thinking ability. Studies reveal that improved posture has been linked to improved memory, attention and focus. Upright posture increases blood flow and oxygen to the brain and according to some accounts can improve memory by up to 40%.

U= Uplifting! Good posture can improve your mood making one feel more energetic, happier and positive. Keeping your shoulders back and open sends a positive message to those around you. A good way to keep your shoulders open is to turn your palms facing forward when standing or sitting.

R= Reduces Stress! Adopting an upright posture when stressed can combat depression and low self-esteem.

E=Energizes. Good posture can improve your stamina. With good posture all muscles work more efficiently and function as they are meant to.