What is good standing posture?

When standing:

  • Bear your weight primarily on the balls of your feet.

  • Keep your knees slightly bent.

  • Keep your feet about shoulder-width apart.

  • Let your arms hang naturally down the sides of the body.

  • Stand straight and tall with your shoulders pulled down and backward.

  • Tuck your stomach in.

  • Keep your head level. Your earlobes should be in line with your shoulders. Do not push your head forward, backward, or to the side.

  • Shift your weight from your toes to your heels, or one foot to the other, if you must stand for a long time.

Chiropractic care will promote good alignment allowing the body to hold better posture more naturally without having to think about it too much. If you start to see your posture decline, it’s probably time for a spinal tune up adjustment!