[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Hoping to grow later in life? It may be possible with
posture! Desk jobs, binge-watching and smartphones keep people hunched over for several hours a day. If your posture isn’t perfect, you’re not alone, and your hunched physique could be the cause of back pain, muscle tension and chronic headaches. No matter your age, it’s never too late to improve your posture and stand a bit taller.
Signs of poor posture include:
- Hunched back
- Upper and lower back pain
- Shoulder pain
- Rounded shoulders
- Neck pain
- Headaches
If you struggle with any of the above issues, stand in front of a mirror and examine your posture. Do you notice slouching, rounded shoulders? Poor posture may be the culprit of some of your aches and pains.
Some benefits of good posture include:
- Relief from back pain and stress
- Improved breathing
- Improved self-confidence
- Fewer tension headaches
- Less tension in the neck and shoulders
- Stronger core
Posture correctors are tools that aid in better posture. Below you can learn about different posture corrector products, how they work and if they’d be a good tool for you.
Do Posture Correctors Work?
A posture corrector focuses on muscle imbalances, which happen when the body is in one position for a lengthy period of time. When spending too much time in one position, like at a computer, chest muscles can tighten and upper and middle back can overstrain. Posture correctors can help stimulate underused muscles and guide them to the correct position.
Posture correctors also teach you how good posture should feel. For example, if you start slouching or hunching over, the corrector gives your body sensory feedback, prompting you to correct your posture. With enough use, healthy posture can become second nature.
How to Shop for a Posture Corrector
Wear a posture corrector throughout the day – no longer than several hours at a time – and remove before bed. Below is what to look for when purchasing a corrector.
Comfortable fit: If it’s not comfortable, you won’t want to use it. Make sure to look for one that feels good against your skin, is adjustable and made with breathable material. The fit shouldn’t keep you in one position too strictly or tight. You should have the ability to move around comfortably.
Targets weak spots: Take a look in the mirror to see where your weak areas may be. Most of us suffer from upper back, neck and shoulder pain due to poor posture. If this is your weak spot, choose a corrector that pulls shoulders back to reduce slouching.
Simple use: Find a corrector that’s easy to use and wear independently. It should lay nicely under or over your clothing.
How to Use a Posture Corrector
Posture correctors are meant to promote muscle memory for proper posture. You don’t want to rely heavily on the device. The hope is that you’ll feel yourself standing taller with shoulders back, chest up, and tummy tucked in without needing the corrector.
Another tip to remember is that posture correctors work well when used alongside posture strengthening exercises, like yoga, core exercises and pilates. The objective is to strengthen these stabilizing muscles while using your corrector so that your body will know what it feels like to be in alignment and your muscle memory will become stronger to prompt you into proper posture when needed.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_text_separator title="Featured Products" border_width="2"][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width="2/12"][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width="3/12"][vc_single_image image="157888" img_size="full" onclick="custom_link" img_link_target="_blank" link="https://www.vitacost.com/mueller-sports-medicine-inc-adjustable-back-brace"][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width="2/12"][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width="3/12"][vc_single_image image="157887" img_size="full" onclick="custom_link" img_link_target="_blank" link="https://www.vitacost.com/gaiam-restore-posture-corrector-black"][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width="2/12"][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row]
