Posture Evaluation For Sitting And Standing - The Posture And Ergonomics Hotline

Adam required a posture evaluation from me. Here is it.
He sent me a picture of him sitting, and another one of him standing. Let's give him a free posture analysis course!
We will discuss a lot of biomechanics today, in part.:
00:00 intro
00:37 general impression
00:51 chair height
01:42 lumbar support
02:44 round shoulders
head forward, armrests adjustment
04:59 screen height
05:39 summary
06:11 mid back strength exercise
07:01 standing posture
08:58 online posture program
Here is the link to the video on how to position the torso (Pisa tower): • Best posture for sitti...
Reg. how to adjust the lumbar support, check out this one: • Adjusting Your Office ...
Last but not least: armrests vs no armrests • Armrests vs. No Armres...
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[@adamthewoodworker2571]

Hey Olivier! I finally got a chance to sit down and fully watch this video. I first wanted to say thanks again for taking the time to evaluate my sitting posture and standing posture. Following your advice, I will be making numerous changes that will further improve my ergonomics. My goal is to adopt these changes, as well as follow the exercise recommendations that you gave, and then take follow-up photos every so often to monitor my progress. Also, one follow-up comment/question after watching this video: While I know that my chair is technically supposed to be "ergonomic" and already has lumbar support built in, I feel like when I don't use the foam block, my shoulders sag forward and down a lot more, and that my head also pushes forward more. (actually, it was a roll of paper towels in this picture lol!, but now I do have a foam block) So, that's why I've opted to keep using the foam lumbar support because I notice that it is easier for my shoulder to not hunch forward, and I feel that my head doesn't lean forward as much. However, I will lower the position of the lumbar support as you suggested.

[@guyincognito1985]

I love it! I hope to see more evaluations like this, as they are helpful in understanding the content of some of the other videos and the chapters in your book. Maybe one day, I'll be brave enough to send in my own pictures!?

[@OlivierGirard]

You can cover your face, mate… nobody will know who you are 😅

[@terribohn7588]

Hi Olivier! I found you on KZbin about a week ago. And by just following your instructions on the lower back I am feeling so much better. I typed at a desk for 42 years, always with a hollowed lower back because that is the way I was taught. Thus I started to also walk that way. My mind was blown when you showed me the correct way to sit and stand. I am retired now and have time to work on this so I join your posture correction class. I will start tomorrow,

[@OlivierGirard]

Hi Teresa!! I'm late on replying to the comments, but I appreciate your words very much!! I'm glad you joined the program ☺

[@khoi5591]

Very helpful. Thanks Olivier!

[@kingsaxon]

Hands down the best person on youtube

[@OlivierGirard]

Thank you Sir!!!

[@SubdueOG]

Super cool video idea! Would you ever consider reviewing the Haworth Fern? I’ve been interested in this chair for a while and am very curious to see what you think of it!

[@OlivierGirard]

Great suggestion, thank you for that! I happen to know a shop where they have this chair... I'll try to see if they'd let me shoot a review :)

[@OlivierGirard]

Appointment with Haworth is taken on Jan 6th, my friend :)

[@OlivierGirard]

promise kept: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hYq2dJ-FZsp_pbM 😅

[@Babayagaom]

Oliver does back support reduces disc pressure? What is the difference in sitting with and without back support?

[@OlivierGirard]

Hey mate! The lumbar support is here to bear the "horizontal" part of your weight, i.e. the slouching of your pelvis that indeed loads the discs. This short explains the usefulness of a lumbar support: kzbin.infogFfN23elPTk. But you see... I'm talking about a lumbar support, not about a back support. If you start sticking your shoulder blades against the backrest, the result is very different: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fJKXhHmpbZqnpdE

[@Babayagaom]

@@OlivierGirard thanks mate..you solving so many doubts and answering so many of my questions 🙂

[@RaeesKhan-mr6rf]

How do I send you the videos for posture evaluation?

[@OlivierGirard]

By mail my friend: ogirard [at] trainyourposture.com 🔥

[@nitinkapoor9161]

He seems to be sitting on a steelcase leap, and yet he is using that foam block. I dont get this.

[@adamthewoodworker2571]

Hey Nitin, going to copy over what I typed out in another comment: "While I know that my chair is technically supposed to be "ergonomic" and already has lumbar support built in, I feel like when I don't use the foam block, my shoulders sag forward and down a lot more, and that my head also pushes forward more. (actually, it was a roll of paper towels in this picture lol!, but now I do have a foam block) So, that's why I've opted to keep using the foam lumbar support because I notice that it is easier for my shoulder to not hunch forward, and I feel that my head doesn't lean forward as much. However, I will lower the position of the lumbar support as you suggested."

[@sv1510]

Is this offer still stand I would like to share my pictures to get more insights.If yes how will I share it.

[@OlivierGirard]

Sure, it still stands! You can send me your pictures on olivier [at] oliviergirard.ch

[@mukundchohan4384]

Is this offer still available and can I do this ?

[@OlivierGirard]

It is! Just send me your pics with your consent to have them published by mail: Olivier [at] oliviergirard.ch 🔥

[@mukundchohan4384]

@@OlivierGirard I will do this thank you . I have been struggling from muscular skeletal issues for years and I’m young si when I saw this channel it is a life saver

[@mukundchohan4384]

@@OlivierGirard what is your email address please as I am confused on where I send the pics

[@OlivierGirard]

@mukundchohan4384 got them :)