Posture is defined as the attitude assumed by the body either with support during the course of muscular activity, or as a result of the coordinated action performed by a group of muscles working to maintain the stability.
Good posture is about more than standing up straight so you can look your best.
It is an important part of your long-term health.
Making sure that you hold your body the right way, whether you are moving or still, can prevent pain, injuries, and other health problems.
The key to good posture is the position of the spine. The spine has three natural curves - at your neck, mid/upper back, and lower back. Correct posture should maintain these curves, but not increase them. Your head should be above your shoulders, and the top of your shoulder should be over the hips.
Poor posture can be bad for your health. Slouching or slumping over can misalign your musculoskeletal system, increase pressure on the spine, making it more prone to injury and degeneration, cause neck, shoulder, and back pain, decrease flexibility and affect balance and increase risk of falling.
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