Sheerluxe - 4 Fitness Experts Share Their Tips For Better Posture

Matthew Glithero,

Musculoskeletal Specialist At Wellthy Clinic, says…
Stress Takes A Toll

“When we are stressed, the body goes into fight or flight mode, which triggers the nervous system to send signals to the musculoskeletal system to tighten, effectively preparing the body to run from a threat. The problem is, when this stress mechanism is maintained for longer periods of time, muscles become overly tight – your shoulders lift and your respiratory rate increases, which leads to shallow breathing, causing the diaphragm to tighten, which consequently reduces thoracic mobility. Combined with a sedentary lifestyle or sitting for long periods, this can lead to posture problems such as a hunched back.”