A Fitness Coach's 3 Simple Steps to Better Posture

Poor posture is a common problem in our screen-focused world, often leading to back pain, stiffness, and other spinal issues.

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Fitness coach Piet Rimondini shared a quick and simple routine on Instagram to help counter these effects in just three steps.

According to Rimondini, even if you work out regularly, poor posture can affect how you look and feel. He offers a straightforward guide to help you stand taller and feel better.

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Step 1: Release Tension in Your Chest

To fix rounded shoulders, you first need to release the tightness in your chest muscles that pulls them forward.

Rimondini suggests a simple stretch to open up the chest. He advises being careful and performing this for 3 sets of 10 repetitions to gently release the tension.

Step 2: Correct Pelvic Tilt

Next, tackle the common issue of an anterior pelvic tilt, which Rimondini playfully calls the "Donald Duck butt." He notes that this is a very common posture problem.

To correct it, he recommends kneeling, leaning forward, and stretching toward the opposite side. This movement helps realign the pelvis and provides an immediate feeling of relief.

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Step 3: Fix "Tech Neck"

Finally, to address the forward head posture often caused by looking down at screens (or "doom-scrolling"), there's a simple fix.

Rimondini instructs to wrap your fingers behind your head, gently pull your neck forward, and then actively press your head backward against your hands while breathing. This helps counteract the forward lean and realign your neck.

Rimondini emphasizes that consistency is key for lasting results. He encourages saving the routine and performing it regularly to achieve real change.

Source: hindustantimes

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