by sarah | Apr 13, 2017
Staying in 1 position, particularly sitting, is not very good for your spine. Sitting with poor posture is even worse as it places uneven load on some muscle groups. Over time this can lead to stiffness and pain. Previously I’ve discussed how to sit...
by sarah | Mar 9, 2017
Do you look like a shrimp? Do you sit with your back bent and slouched forwards? Maybe you have good posture at work but collapse on to the sofa as soon as you get home. Or perhaps you spend your commute hunched forwards, staring down at your phone? Sitting...
by sarah | Dec 8, 2016
Here’s a simple trick to improve your posture and reduce your risk of back pain. Simply sit on upright with your weight going through your sitting bones. This puts your pelvis and low back in a neutral position, reducing strain on your joints and muscles. It...
by sarah | Nov 10, 2016
Did you know your TV could be hurting your neck? If your have to twist your neck to watch TV you may be putting unnecessary pressure on some of your joints. Sitting in that position day in, day out will take its toll and you are likely to end up with neck pain....
by sarah | Nov 3, 2016
It’s easy to get carried away when you’re busy sewing, but your back won’t thank you for it! it’s important to take regular breaks and stretch out tense muscles. Here’s a quick and easy stretching routine for sewists. I suggest...
