From a young age we’re told to stand up straight. Many people probably even have memories of walking around the house with a book on their head to help improve their posture (I know I do). But why is ...

If you’ve been hitting the gym regularly and feeling stronger — but also stiffer and more slouched — you may be overlooking key elements that create balance in your workouts. Despite good intentions, ...

A massage therapist breaks down the keys to sitting with proper posture while working from home—and how to correct imbalances. Our editors independently select these products. Making a purchase ...

Proper posture helps minimize pressure through your joints and reduces the risk of injury during daily activities. "Bad" posture is often correctable with stretches and strengthening exercises, as ...

Your posture does more than influence how you look – it fundamentally affects your overall health and well-being. From chronic pain to mental clarity, the way you hold your body impacts numerous ...

More than 31 million Americans experience poor posture at some point, according to the American Chiropractic Association. Bad posture can lead to a range of health problems, including back and neck ...

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: My grandmother lives with me, and she is always nagging me to “stand up straight” and “put your shoulders back.” She says good posture will keep me healthy as I age. But I’m only 17.

As telecommuting continues during the pandemic, some may experience discomfort or pain in their back, neck or legs because of their home office setup. A Baylor College of Medicine spine specialist ...

In a far earlier era, before there were smartphones, iPads, and laptops, good posture was actually part of required health ...