The dream many women have is a flat stomach with no stretch marks and localized fat. To achieve this, they invest in diets and practice daily exercises at the gym. But these attitudes may not be sufficient if you have an incorrect posture, after all, the position of the spine can influence the result and end up forming the so-called? Love handles?
A spine that is not aligned impairs the entire functioning of the body. When you relax, as you sit, for example, the abdomen relaxes and the space between the vertebrae compresses into the belly. Everything is related to the correct position of the column. Is it important to learn to sit, stand and lie down the right way ?, says Felipe Blumenberg, a physical therapist.
Therefore, always monitoring the position of the body while sitting and relaxing is essential.
The correct position is that the person has the "open" chest. Maintaining it requires proper nutrition and exercise to strengthen the muscles ?, advises Blumenberg.
In the following images you can see how to position yourself in some common everyday situations.
And for those who still have questions about how to position themselves correctly, the tip is to seek the guidance of a physiotherapist and always ask the physical educator who accompanies your exercises to help you get into position when moving.
It is in childhood that postural education begins
In order for the correct way to behave to be more easily assimilated into everyday life, it is essential that this concern be present during childhood as well. “In order to have a better quality of life in the future, it is essential that since childhood we have good habits and good posture. It is important to have body awareness from an early age. Will it help to be an adult with fewer back problems? Says the physiotherapist. Therefore, as you realize that your child is getting used to maintaining an incorrect posture, talk to the pediatrician and ask for guidance.
Tips to guide the little ones
Counseling children is a way to prevent spinal problems in the future and ensure better health. Therefore the physical therapist gives some necessary and foolproof tips:
- Up to 12 years of age, children should not play sports that require a single type of movement;
- Computer use should be interspersed with rest or activities that require some form of physical exertion;
- The child needs stretching. She must, for example, be able to rest her hands on the floor from the standing posture without bending her knees;
- The child should not carry volume greater than 10% of his body weight;
- School supplies should be carried in a balanced manner: divided on both sides of the body, backpacks or wheeled backpacks.
Diet and exercise also interfere with the aesthetics of the abdomen.
Also seek guidance from your dietitian to make a menu especially for you! Forget fried foods or very fatty foods, after all, do they contribute? and a lot! - for the emergence of the dreaded localized fat. • It is no use to exercise daily if you do not control the diet. A balanced menu rich in vitamins and proteins is essential for a healthy and fit body, says personal trainer Karine Pereira.
The abdominals are one of the recommended exercises to outline the belly. To do this, lie on the mat, put your hands behind your neck and flex your body forward. "Remember that this exercise should be done with the help of a professional not to compromise the spine," warns Karine.
For those who want to lose fat, aerobic exercises such as walking, swimming and running are ideal. Combining the power of these exercises with your abs is the way to ensure a beautiful belly. But nothing happens in a magic pass. Conquering the flat belly takes time and a lot of patience and dedication. So don't give up.
Videos ? postural education for all
Here's how to position yourself correctly when using your computer at home, at school, or at work:
Here's a video to show your kids to learn more about the importance of positioning themselves correctly:
If your spine is already damaged by poor posture or if you intend to invest in the health of your spine, role playing is a good option. Learn more about the practice:
Now that you know how to take care of your posture, you can't forget to always be paying attention to the position of your spine, so you avoid spinal problems and consequently avoid having that unwanted tummy.
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