what is correct sitting posture

Whether it’s in the car, at the office or at home, everyone sits down at some point during their day.Even though it may only be for a short period of time but do you know what is the correct sitting posture on chair?

What is Posture? 

Posture is the position in which you hold your body while standing, sitting or lying down. Good posture involves training your body to stand, walk, sit and lie so as to place the least strain on muscles and ligaments while you are moving or performing weight-bearing activities.

Why you need to take care of your posture?

When you slouch: 

• The vertebrae crush the nerve endings.
• The pressure on your organs increases.
• The muscles of the abdomen stop working.
• The work of the heart is disrupted.

In future the risks:

• Deformation of the spine.
• Infringement of the limbs mobility.
• Displacement and distortion of internal organs.
• In old age, it can lead to a Hunch.

Correct sitting posture on chair

• Shoulders alighted and relaxed.
• Back straight and adequately supported.
• Elbow close to body.
• Back rest supporting lower back.
• Arms supported and correctly angled.
• Minimal bend at wrist.
• Front of seat not pressing on back of knees.
• Knees at 90 degree angle.
• Feet flat on ground or resting on foot rest.

Many people spend long periods of time sitting down. Sitting incorrectly, especially at a desk, can be bad for back health and posture. But don't worry just follow these simple tips and you can easily self correct your posture and thus achieve good posture.