Integrative Physical Therapy

Holding a plank targets the abdominals, obliques, back, arms, and shoulders.

This is a great article about the importance of good posture. The only thing I would add is that when you are standing, focus your weight towards the front of your heel versus the balls of your feet and squeeze your gluts as well as your belly!

Guide to Good Posture: MedlinePlus Good posture is important for your health as well as you appearance. Get tips on improving your posture, whether you are sitting, standing, or moving.

I have this conversation daily with my patients. A daily stretching routine can make a huge difference not only in how your body feels, but your ability to see improvements in strength.

The importance of stretching - Harvard Health Stretching keeps the muscles flexible, strong, and healthy, which is needed to maintain a range of motion in the joints. Without it, the muscles shorten and become tight. Then, when muscles are called on for activity, they are weak and unable to exte...