Yoga to stay upright for life

Woman practicing yoga

As the years go by, especially after 45 years, the body tends to hunch. If no action is taken, the shoulders sag and the neck slides forward. In short, the posture is less and less natural, which in turn increases the risk of bone and muscle injuries. One of the most effective prevention methods out there is yoga.

And it is that this physical and mental discipline originating in India is characterized by a general strengthening of the body, in addition to an increase in flexibility, two key factors for maintain correct posture as you age.

Practicing yoga on a regular basis prevents the body from slouching, because in order to maintain most postures, the muscles must work to become stronger and more flexible, which helps to develop core strength.

When a person has a strong core, they are more likely to walk upright and sit upright at the office computer, in the car on the way home, and on the couch in front of the television. Maintain a correct posture throughout the day It is essential so that no signs of slouching appear over the years.

Yoga also helps to improve young people's posture whose stooping is due to causes other than aging, since it provides us with a great knowledge of our body. If there is something related to the posture that can be adjusted to walk more upright, yoga will quickly point it out to us and give us the tools to make this adjustment in a serene and lasting way.


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