Proper posture isn’t just something you should practice because your mom always said to; it helps prevent a number of medical problems. From muscle strains and joint issues, even to more serious matters such as problems breathing or damage to your spine, sitting and standing up straight and correct can save you pain. So avoiding sitting slouched, or hunched up against your monitor, is good for more than how you look. Help form the habit by using a backrest in your chair, to push your body to the right position.

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