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How to improve posture: 9 exercises and tips

Hinge Health physical therapists explain how to improve posture with simple tips — as well as targeted stretches and exercises.

Professional performing exercises to improve posture at desk in modern office
Date de publication : Jul 3, 2025
Professional performing exercises to improve posture at desk in modern office
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1. Doorway stretch

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2. Seated deep trap stretch

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3. Standing child’s pose

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4. Standing back extensions

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5. Hip flexor stretch

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6. Plank

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7. Superman

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8. Bent Over I/T/Y

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9. Chin tucks

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9 exercises that can improve your posture
1. Doorway stretch
2. Seated deep trap stretch
3. Standing child’s pose
4. Standing back extensions
5. Hip flexor stretch
6. Plank
7. Superman
8. Bent Over I/T/Y
9. Chin tucks
Other ways to improve posture 
Why is healthy posture important?
How Hinge Health can help you
References 

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