The ways of losing weight has become riddled with diets schemes, exercise, stories of success and a lot of failures.
As people start to become aware of what being overweight can do to their health, changes in lifestyle, diet and exercise routines become popular by the day. And some of these changes will mostly involve money, time and a lot of effort. But you don’t need to have to stop and comply with changes that are near to impossible. You can actually lose weight by improving your posture.
In Japan, a simple method is starting to get people’s attention not only because it can improve the posture but also help in losing weight. One of the best medical practitioner of Japan, Dr. Toshiki Fukutsuji, is a pioneer of finding a method to improve the posture. The method he came up with was very effective and can be done by many without investing too much cash, time or effort. And this method has also been proven to be effective in weight loss.
What is the Method Dr. Fukutsuji Created?
The method created by the Japanese doctor simply involved a towel and five minutes of your time. You might be thinking, “Is that really it?” The answer is yes, it is, and a few things to do. You need a thick towel and roll it in a sausage. You can use a tape or string to hold it in place. Have a hard and flat surface that you can lie down on. Use the towel and place it under your back, just at the height of your navel.
Make sure your toes are touching and your feet are shoulder-width apart. Now let’s focus on the arms. Stretch them above your head, palms down and pinky fingers touching. Now simply stay on this position for five minutes. After five minutes, you can get up or sit down, but do so as slowly as possible. Do this for a couple of times in a week, and you’ll surely be losing pounds in no time.
How Does Improving Posture Help Lose Weight?
Although the method seems simple, it has been proven by many who practice to be effective. But how does it work and why is it effective? Here are some answers to these questions:
– A Good Posture Promote Better Blood Circulation- Bad posture can constrict some of the blood vessels in the body. Blood carries oxygen and proper amount of oxygen in the body can encourage proper metabolism. And with a better metabolism, the body burns fats and help shed a few pounds.
– Good Posture Promotes Better Breathing- When you are able to breathe properly, you get to relax your mind, body and soul. This can help in stabilizing your hormones and your urges including your urge to eat.
– Good Posture Improves Sleep- Sleep is a big factor in gaining weight and ruining your metabolism. With a proper posture, you get you better blood flow, better breathing and better sleep. Getting rest allows the body to reset and allow it to perform with great ease.
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