The human body craves alignment. When we are properly aligned, our bones, not our muscles, support our weight, reducing effort and strain.

The big payoff with proper posture is that we feel healthier, have more energy, and move gracefully. So while the word "posture" may conjure up images of book-balancing charm-school girls, it is not just about standing up straight. It's about being aware of and connected to every part of your self.

Posture ranks right up at the top of the list when you are talking about good health. Without good posture, you cannot really be physically fit and you can actually damage your spine every time you exercise. Correcting bad posture and the physical problems that result can be accomplished in two ways. The first is by eliminating as much bad stress from your body as possible and the second is by applying good stress on the body in an effort to move your posture back toward your center of balance. Unlike standard medical doctors whom you visit when you have a symptom to be treated, chiropractors offer adjustments to improve spinal alignment and overall well-being before symptoms develop.