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I can't seem to ever straighten up my back. I’m far from hunchbacked, but I feel as the days go on I’m getting more and more slouchy. I am even starting to get pain in my back at times. Is there anyway I can help myself to straighten up a little before it’s too late?

 

Slouching and having bad posture are common problems among tweens and teens, but there are definitely things you can do to straighten up.  Besides being conscious of how you’re sitting or standing and correcting bad alignment, try doing a wall exercise.  Just stand against a wall with your shoulders pressed back, chin held high, and your tailbone tucked in.  If you do this exercise 10 times every day, your posture is guaranteed to improve.

 

Practicing yoga or pilates is another great way to improve posture and straighten your back.  The moves that you do will both stretch and build muscles, which is why doctors claim these exercises are the number one way to improve your posture. The sooner you roll out that yoga mat and work on your downward dog, the sooner you’ll straighten up.  Another way to stop slouching? Sleep with only one pillow, which will make sure your neck and spine stay aligned, providing you with the ultimate posture. Say goodbye to back pain!
 
 

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Mod Mod Mod!!!!!
How long are you supposed to stand there?




Hey girl, it's about repeated small bursts, so I'd shoot for 30-60 seconds, break and then repeat.

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Alyssa B.

by pandapillowpet on 10/29/2012 3:23:51 PM

 
 



I have a pointless question but What mod?




Mod = moderator - that's me! Me and a whole group of older girls work for GL and approve your comments, make sure you don't give out super personal info (like last names/school names), edit out offensive language/vulgar topics and, most importantly, answer your advice questions! You can use "MOD MOD MOD" to catch our attention if you're posting a question you'd like us to answer Smile 
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by dolphin99 on 11/4/2011 10:58:50 PM

 
 



MOD so im 13 about to be fourteen and was wondering if im average height im 5ft 4 is that average or taller than average for a 13 year old? Thanks




Hey, Girl! Sorry for the “stock” message. We’re psyched you’re here but since this is a super busy time, mods aren’t able to answer personal advice or contest questions. We’re approving your comments now so the girls can start offering feedback right away! If you still have questions, please come back, we’re happy to help…or just let the other chicas answer now! (They give awesome advice, trust us!) Love and thanks! ♥, Your Blog Patrol Babes 
Alyssa B.

by FigureSkater08 on 8/18/2011 5:39:50 PM

 
 

I have very high knee caps. And I HATE them! Will they go away?? :/

by gymnastics172 on 8/17/2011 10:26:16 PM

 
 

@mintchocochip secret has some deodorant for people with extra sweating an also you can wear a normal shirt with a small tee shirt underneath and that might work o and also make sure your deodorant has anti-perstepant wich prevents sweating.

by madsterw1 on 8/16/2011 6:21:17 PM

 
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