Healthy Posture
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Please answer any one of the following in the Forum:
- Define the phrase “anatomical position” and what it means to stand in “neutral.
- Provide two definitions of “posture” and name the criteria that is often used when identifying healthy posture.
- Describe why it’s inappropriate to idealize body symmetry.
- Explain why healthy posture matters and why students may find it difficult to identify a neutral spine.
- Describe four considerations for pelvic alignment in Tadasana (Mountain Pose).
Lesson Overview
In this lesson, we explore the meaning and implications of healthy posture.
Objective
Learn terminology and considerations related to “anatomical position,” “neutral,” and the attributes and implications of healthy posture.
Description
Define the phrase “anatomical position” and what it means to stand in “neutral. Provide two definitions of “posture” and name the criteria that is often used when identifying healthy posture. Describe why it’s inappropriate to idealize body symmetry. Explain why healthy posture matters and why students may find it difficult to identify a neutral spine. Describe four considerations for pelvic alignment in Tadasana (Mountain Pose).