DEAR MAYO CLINIC: My grandmother lives with me, and she is always nagging me to “stand up straight” and “put your shoulders back.” She says good posture will keep me healthy as I age. But I’m only 17.

In today’s world, where long hours in front of screens and sedentary lifestyles are the norm, optimal body alignment is more important than ever. The rise of posture correctors offers a promising ...

To increase resistance and intensity in a wall sit, add weights like dumbbells or a medicine ball held close to your chest or resting on top of your thighs. Start with light weights to ensure proper ...

Those aches and pains you suffer from stiff neck, creaking knees, throbbing hips are caused by poor posture. Yep, even if you ve had an accident or suffered from chronic pain, the way you hold and ...

Bed exercises for posture after 60, a CSCS personal fitness trainer shares 5 moves to stand taller, ease stiffness, and align ...

Nearly all sport-related injuries can be traced back to imbalances in a few key areas. Dr. Tim Brown, a seasoned sports medicine practitioner and trainer to some of the biggest names in surf, refers ...

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: My grandmother lives with me, and she is always nagging me to "stand up straight" and "put your shoulders back." She says good posture will keep me healthy as I age. But I'm only 17.

This underrated exercise strengthens your upper back, improves posture, and supports better breathing — all with just a band ...

Your grandmother was right about sitting up straight, but for reasons she probably never imagined. The hunched position most of us adopt throughout the day—leaning into computer screens, curving over ...