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Maintaininggood postureall day, every day, is hard.
Savanna Ruedy
When your back and shoulders are strong, holding them up just feel easier.
(Astrong coreis important here too, which includes your lower back).
Combined with some mental reminders to stop slouching, building strength can help improve your posture over time.
Also, having a strong back and shoulders helps you do a lot of everyday things better.
Or pushing a revolving door.
Everyday activities like these are easier when your back is strong.
Sulik created the workout below to help strengthen your back and shoulders.
Ready to start training?
Check out Sulik’s back and shoulders workout below.
Rest for 30 to 60 seconds between each move and 60 to 90 seconds between each set.
Do 2 to 4 sets.
“Keep your ribs down and glutes tight to avoid arching your lower back,” she adds.
Keep your butt and core tight to stabilize your torso and avoid arching your back.
Crawl 20 steps
This move is deceivingly hard.
If it’s too difficult at first, bring your knees to the floor, Sulik says.
Side Kick-Through 8 to 12 reps each side
“This move works on shoulder and core stability.
Rotating through this move is an excellent way to work your shoulders from different angles,” Sulik says.
You will probably need a lighter weight than what you use for the overhead presses or rows.
