Ever noticed how our screen time is throwing our posture out of whack, especially in kids?
If back pain feels like your new normal, it could be a sign to rethink your daily routine.
Tune in to discover some simple yet powerful exercises you can do right at home to straighten up your posture and protect against osteoporosis.
In this insightful chat with Dr. Krista Burns, the brains behind the American Posture Institute, she talks about how our daily habits affect our posture, breaks down what good posture really means, and shares easy exercises that truly work.
Whether you're glued to your desk all day or hitting those golden years and aiming for strong bones, Dr. Burns gives straightforward advice that you can easily incorporate into your routine.
Episode Details
Episode Timeline
- 0:00 Episode start
- 1:33 Introducing the guest, Dr. Krista Burns
- 2:41 Her background and the founding of the American Posture Institute
- 5:17 Addressing back pain and typical treatment paths
- 6:33 Defining posture and its importance
- 8:36 The impact of posture on confidence and presentation
- 12:21 Common postural faults and what many are doing wrong
- 14:36 The effect of technology on children's posture and development
- 17:50 Exploring the link between posture and osteoporosis, particularly for women aged 50 to 70
- 21:42 Recommended extensor exercises for improving posture and bone health
- 27:01 Discussion on the possibility of overextending during exercises
- 27:56 The broader importance of improving posture for quality of life and health conditions
- 32:54 Additional tips for maintaining good posture
- 35:21 Advice on posture during sleep for pain management and overall health
- 37:37 Where to find Dr. Krista Burns and additional resources
Resources mentioned
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About the guest
Dr. Krista Burns is the founder of the American Posture Institute, author of the textbook "The Posture Principles," and a TEDx Speaker. Dr. Krista holds two doctorate degrees and is leading the charge against postural decline as a Doctor of Chiropractic and a Doctor of Health Administration.
She is an adjunct professor at Everglades University, teaching Public Health to master’s students.
She has been featured in media outlets including ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox News Radio, and Global Woman Magazine, and has spoken on prestigious stages including the World Congress of Neurology and Neurological Disorders and the World Congress of Falls and Postural Stability. She was recognized as a Top 100 Doctor by the Global Summits Institute and is the host of the International Posture Symposium.
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