Teach your kids correct posture when sitting. Remind them to sit up straight and use a chair adjusted to the correct height for a desk or workstation. Periodically changing positions helps reduce slouching and hunching.
When lifting items off the floor, bend teh knees and squat down, keeping your back straight. Do not bend over the waist.
Have a good sleep surface. A firmet mattress offers better support for the spine. Back sleepers should put a pillow under the knees to keep the spine aligned, and side sleepers should put a pillow between their knees.
Exercise your core to keep your back strong. This includes gentle stretching, loke yoga, and exercises to strengthen your core and back. Make sure you follow proper form so you don’t risk injury.
Wear supportive, correctly sized shoes. Runners may need orthotic shoes depending on their gait. Hiking boots provide ankle support on uneven surfaces, and cushioned shoes reduce impact if you’re on your feet all day.
