POSTURE

- Posture is the position in

which the body is held
against gravity while
standing, sitting or lying
down.
- It refers to the alignment of
the body segments
GOOD POSTURE
- Correct posture is the
proper alignment of the
body whether on is walking,
sitting, running and
standing.
POOR POSTURE
-Is the disfigure Of the
body’s vertical
alignment and natural
curve of the back.
BENEFITS OF
GOOD
POSTURE
1. It promotes movement
efficiency and endurance.
Proper posture keeps the
bones and joints in the correct
alignment so that muscles are
being used properly.
2. It contributes to an overall
feeling of well-being.
3. It contributes to good
appearance: projects poise,
confidence, and dignity.
4. Good posture is also
prevention. Prevents the spine
from becoming flexed in
abnormal positions. Prevents
backache and muscular pain.
 EFFECTS OF
POOR POSTURE
1. Poor posture causes
improper alignment of
bones.
2 . Muscles, joints and
ligaments are prone in
strain.
3. Incorrect posture may cause
fatigue and muscular pain.
4. It can affect the position and
function of the vital organs,
particularly those in the
abdominal region.
CAUSES OF
POOR
POSTURE
1. Improper nutrition
2. Weak muscles or muscle
imbalance
3. Disease
4. Fatigue
5. Overweight and obesity
6. Vision and hearing
defects
7. Skeletal defects
8. Injuries
9. Incorrect posture habits
 
 BODY TYPES
• Somatotyping
- The system of classifying
body types depends on
one’s body shape.
 BODY TYPES

• Endomorph
• Mesomorph
• Ectomorph
Endomorph
- Round, soft, flabby, bulky
Mesomorph
- Muscular, large bones
Ectomorph
- Lean, small body built
Somatotyping does bring some
benefits.
1. Helps to analyze up to what extent
of weight to reduce or to gain.
2. Helps to determine what type of diet
and exercises to perform
3. Helps to select the types of spor ts to
select.