Proper Posture

Body: 

Good Morning~
I did download the proper posture and in a "nutshell" I am going to assume that one stands/walks with their "butt" slightly jutted to the back which prompts the "pulled down" shoulders also to the back. Am I correct? I do have a sit down job and should I continue using this posture, which really makes me feel better.

I have a Grade I UP, Grade II cystocele and a slight rectocele. The problems I experience are pressure "down there" but haven't this morning upon awakening. I wonder if it is okay to lay in bed and do hip raises, while "sucking in" my navel towards my spine. Again, any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

My form of exercise is stationary bicycling and gardening, which I thoroughly enjoy. I did bend down from the waist, touch my hands to the floor. What a sight! But, my, did I feel GOOD!

I am 58 and have had this physical shortcoming since 2000. Wore a pessary for one year and was concerned that the sensitive inner tissue was being compromised while inserting and taking the pessary out. I haven't tried the sea sponge, although I had to look it up and see how to use it. Can one leave that in all day?

So many questions and hopefully that many replies. Thank you for allowing me to join this forum. I would rather not submit to surgery if at all possible and hope to minimize any progress with my "imperfections."

Sybille~

Hi Sybille (what a wonderful name!) I'll wait till Christine writes you before I share some new thoughts too. Welcome, and know those of us "around 55-60 are going to keep being active, attentive and alert to the world around us for lots more viable fun and sunny years! PS Christine's posture really works-----whee-e-e-e-e KB

Hello KB and a Future Hello Christine (also my daughter's name)

I really have enjoyed immensely reading the posts. I care not to go "under the knife" as I feel my daily activities would be seriously curtailed and even compromised.

I am walking the "posture walk" and of course everyone in the office is noticing the "standing tall" effect. I am going to assume the curve in my lower spine is the normal outcome and hope that I am doing this right. I am a "hands on" person and reading instructions literally goes over my head. (Can't even put baby toys together)

Again, thank you for posting.

I am brand new to this and just started the posture yesterday, at least, I think I am doing it, I kind of don't really understand the instructions. But wonder, am I doing it wrong it if makes my lower back, where the curve is, hurt. Not like, horrible pain or anything, but uncomfortable. Is that a good sign that I'm doing it right, just the discomfort of a position I've never been in before, or have I got it all wrong?

Monica

Just wanted to throw in a little encouragement -

Sybille, yes you can leave the sponge in all day. I have been using them for a few weeks now and they are very comfortable. I put one in before I leave for work and take it out when I get home. I think the instructions say 8-10 hours. (The first time, I tried one on my day off so I would know what to expect.)

Monica, your body will go through some changes and it is normal to have some discomfort as your body gets used to the new posture - but hang in there, you'll be so glad you did!

Take care,
Lynn