Word: spined
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...prince was psyched out by Alexeyev the last time they met, and he will have none of Alexeyev's flattering words this time. But Alexeyev is in no position to trouble other opponents; he has problems of his own. He has lost some of the flexibility of the spine required in the snatch, in which a man must bend deep and sweep the bar overhead in a single, flowing motion. He also seems slower today, getting under the bar late and, sometimes, not getting there at all. He starts to sweat profusely as he warms up, a bad sign...
High-heeled shoes may be in fashion in certain circles, but they throw the spine badly out of line, tilt the pelvis and can lead to trouble. Try hard to resist them...
...cocktail parties, singles bars and other stand-up affairs, be sure to circulate about the room. Prolonged standing in one place may not only be dull; it puts great pressure on the spine. Shifting the weight from one foot to the other also helps relieve the strain of standing in place. At a bar do what experienced patrons have long done: always keep a foot on the rail or a rung of the bar stool...
...they are worn for any length of time, the abdominal muscles, a key prop for the spine, are likely to weaken, and the chances of back injury may increase...
...toes; pushing forward as far as possible on a bent knee; curling forward while seated in a chair; and tucking knees to chest while lying flat on the back. Their purpose: to firm up the various muscles, such as those of the abdomen, chest and hips, that support the spine; only a few minutes of daily exercising should suffice. The movements may be uncomfortable at first, and each exercise should be repeated only two or three times when starting out such a program. If there is any pain, the exercising should be halted. But as the muscles stretch and strengthen...