Stand up straight! Connect Chiropractic
Whenever posture comes up in conversation, the immediate response is often, “Oh, I have the worst posture.” It’s usually said with a mix of guilt and resignation, as though having poor posture is entirely a personal failing.
The truth is that the way most of us live today makes maintaining good posture incredibly difficult, says Dr Matt Wild of Connect Chiropractic. “Phones, computers, long hours sitting, constant rushing, and exhaustion all conspire to sabotage even the best intentions.
“Sure, mental discipline plays a role in improving posture, but the biggest influence is our environment,” says Matt. “Think about it: if you sit for eight hours a day, how can you possibly maintain perfect posture the whole time? Five minutes of good posture feels challenging enough when you’re focused on work. If you’re rushing around all day and battling fatigue, it’s even harder. “When you finally collapse onto the couch after a long day, well—let’s face it—there’s no such thing as good posture on the couch,” he adds. 
Dr Matt’s advice:
Create an environment that supports good posture. The key isn’t willpower, it’s setting up an environment that makes good posture easier. Small changes can have a big impact:
- At work: Get up every 20–30 minutes to reset your posture. Stretch, take a short walk, or even just stand for a bit.
- At home: Instead of sinking straight into the couch after a long day, try lying flat on your back for a while to help your body decompress.
- Go for a walk: Walking is one of the easiest ways to naturally align your body. It’s a low-effort way to reset your posture while taking a mental break.
When poor posture becomes a problem
“Unfortunately, long-term poor posture doesn’t come without consequences. Over time, tight muscles, stiff joints, and recurring discomforts—like back pain and headaches—can set in.
“This is where chiropractic care can play an important role. At Connect Chiropractic, we often use posture as a key measure of progress because it reflects the state of your spine and overall body function,” says Matt.
“Chiropractic adjustments help restore proper movement to your spine, creating a foundation for better posture. When your spine is functioning optimally, holding yourself upright becomes more natural and sustainable. We believe posture is a window into your body’s overall function. When your posture improves, it’s a sign that your spine—and your overall health—are moving in the right direction.
“Next time you catch yourself slouching, don’t blame yourself, focus on small, simple changes to help you stand up straight.”
