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A Healthy Spine. Posture is important for your life -- Part Two
This is a continuation to my post on a healthy spine.  Earlier in the year, I could barely walk by the time that I made it to the chiropractor....
• When standing, keep one foot slightly in front of the other, with your knees slightly bent. This position helps to take the pressure off your low back.
• Do not stand bent forward at the waist for prolonged periods of time. The muscles in your low back become deconditioned in this position, which may lead to pain.

Lifting
• At all times, avoid twisting while lifting. Twisting is one of the most dangerous movements for your ---spine, especially while lifting.
• If the item is too heavy to lift, pushing it is easier on your back than pulling it. Whenever possible, use your legs, not your back or upper body, to push the item.
• If you must lift a heavy item, get someone to help you.

Sitting
• Keep your knees slightly higher than your hips, with your head up and back straight.
• Avoid rolling your shoulders forward (slouching).
• Try to maintain the natural curve in your low back.

Reaching and Bending
• When reaching ... more

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