Better Posture

You get better posture with active abs support and good mobility of the back.

Exercises:

1. Lying Back Stretch

   

   Lie on your back with your lower back into the floor, round the back and hug your legs. Move your body a little in the position, it feels normally more comfortable than holding the stretch completely static. Breathe a few deep breaths and feel your back muscles relax. Relax also in the shoulders area and neck. Breathe and relax and extend your spine.

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2. Standing Position

   

   Stand strong with your feet placed hip width apart and your toes slightly outward. Have soft knees and a neutral lumbar. Keep your head up and remember that your neck is an extension of the spine. Lift shoulders up - move them backwards - lower and relax. Tighten the abdominal support (also called abs control) by pulling your belly button toward your spine. Your breathing will help to activate your abs muscles, work with powerful exhalations, imagine you "blowing the trumpet" or sounding letter "S" aloud. Keep back straight. To correct spine position - stand up straight and try to make yourself as tal as possible, a few centimeters taller. Relax but keep your strong posture.

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3. Dynamic Abs Punches

   

   Stand in a strong standing position, punch your thighs slightly (sit back in a half squat). Raise up to start position and punch gently with your hands on your stomach and feel how your abs activates. Repeat. Once you get going, try hitting the floor instead of on your thighs.

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Better Posture is 1 of 20 workout routines in Poworkout Mama. Available for iPhone and iPad.