Good posture is that state of muscular and skeletal balance that protects the supporting structures of the body against injury or progressive deformity. When normal spinal curves are maintained, an individual is maintaining good posture whether standing, walking, sitting, or lying down. If good posture is maintained, muscles will function most efficiently and our internal organs will work optimally. Poor posture causes increased strain on the body’s supporting structures because of a less efficient balance of the body over its base of support.

Exercise training (Aerobic, Resistive, Balance, or Flexibility exercises) are best done with the normal postural curves maintained.¹

1. Reference: The Posture Committee of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons.