Why you should improve your posture Do you ever wonder why posture is so important to your chiropractor? Well, that’s because your posture is a key part of your overall health, something your chiropractor is well aware of. Good posture can be the cornerstone of a healthy lifestyle, but if you’re not yet convinced here are a few reasons why you should take steps to improve your posture. Image Source: beautyzoomin 1. Prevent Strain on Your Body If your back is not in alignment it will place stress and strain on other places, and that strain has an impact on the function of your nerves and the signals they send to your entire body. When you practice good posture you are helping your nerves to function optimally and reducing the strain put on other parts of your body by things not quite lining up as they should. 2. It Makes You Look Good It’s not vain to want to look your best, and good posture will help you to look better too! When you stand tall and straight you not only look
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