yeah just get one of those weightlifting back supports, they have to automatically revert you back into a still posture

I have just made it a habit. I learned when I was in 8th grade that if I slouched then I looked shorter. So I just started to straighten up (pun?).

I cannot believe this! I stood and sat straighter for one day...and I was a whole 1/4 of an inch taller!!

i cant believe that either. actually, i really dont.


do you think it will ever become habit? like without having to think about it, you have straight posture

watch posture whenever possible until its a habit and pushups/situps/handstands to build strength so its less tiring and more comfortable should do the trick

it can be a habit eventually

there was this study that if you do anything for 21 days on avg its a habit for life until you decide to stop... 3 wks of perfect posture anyone??

I used to have AWFUL posture. Running made all the muscles stronger needed for correct posture. So I suggest running or walking while maintaining the proper stance.

good tip soldierboy

Pilates!! Seriously. I've taking classes with a private instructor and I always walk out with noticeably better posture. It has to be done consistently though, at least 3 times a week. Better 5 or 6 times if you can (just like any posture-improving exercises)

eeooee - did you get any taller from doing pilates? I mean I'm not talking a huge gain, just 0.5 -1 inch?

reason I ask is because that's all I'm looking for is about 1", I'd be more happy than you can imagine with ~2cm.

This post was last modified: 08-10-2007 02:14 AM by password.