Posture, Get It Straight! Look Ten Years Younger, Ten Pounds Thinner and Feel Better Than Ever

"It's true - improving your posture can make important differences in the way you look and feel. Like many people, though, you may think that your posture is hopeless, especially after years of slouching, slumping, or working in positions that have strained your muscles and stressed your body This fully illustrated guide shows you how to beat bad posture habits and demonstrates easy strengthening exercises that start working right away. Make yourself a promise to learn these simple techniques - and enjoy the rewards of better posture today!"--Publisher description Front Cover Title Page Copyright Page Dedication Contents Preface Acknowledgments Part I: Standing Tall Introduction: What Good Posture Can Do for You 1. Assessing Your Own Posture 2. What is Good Posture? 3. Have Better Posture Instantly Part II: Solving Common Posture Problems 4. Get Your Head Straight 5. Stop Slumping 6. Straighten Your Shoulders 7. Lower Back Alignment And Abdominal Strength 8. Your Knees, Feet, and Ankles 9. Total Posture Improvement Exercises 10. Anywhere/Anytime Exercises Part III: Good Posture All Day Long 11. The ABCs of Computer Comfort 12. Planes, Trains, and Automobiles 13. Sleeping 14. Lifting Safely 15. Good Posture for Sports and Workouts 16. Hobbies and Crafting 17. Eating for Stronger Muscles and Bones 18. Help for the New Baby Backache Blues 19. Osteoporosis and Posture Epilogue: When Should You Seek Medical Help? Index: Exercises and Stretches About the Author Back Cover