Robyn Saathoff-Pilates Coordinator

Which one are you

The Basics Why is posture important? How do you improve posture? Its your support system Makes you stronger and leaner Allows you to move efficiently Become aware of how your move Strengthen your body Balancing out tight muscles by increasing flexibility

Conditions of Bad Posture Neck and low back pain Chronic muscle tension and aches Nerve impingements in extremities Headaches TMJ dysfunction Spine and disc damage

How do I fix my Posture Improve you core strength -Your core is the foundation of your body Improve upper and lower back strength Change workstation, standing and sleeping positions Stretching!!!

Workplace Ergonomics

The Power of Pilates Improves core strength by strengthening your body in multi- dimensional planes Increases balance Increases flexibility Improves total body strength through spine, arms and legs

Easy Everyday Tips Chest and pec doorway stretch Shoulder blade retractions Chin tucks Neck and upper back stretching Seated hip and glute (piriformis) stretch Upper back/shoulder blade gas pedal stretch Low back traction stretch Hamstring stretching

Footwear Find a supportive shoe that fits your foot type -pronator -supinator -high arch or low arch (flat foot) -support of plantar fasciitis