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Musician's Posture Fix

Musicians hold the most unnatural sustained positions of any performing artist, and they hold them for hours a day for decades. Guitarists develop thoracic rotation bias to the fretboard side. String players hold chronic shoulder elevation and cervical lateral flexion. Pianists develop wrist flexor dominance and thoracic kyphosis from keyboard posture. This 20-video program addresses the instrument-specific postural patterns that cause pain and end careers early.

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Musician's Posture Fix
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Do any of these sound familiar?

  • Neck and upper trapezius tension during or after playing
  • Wrist or forearm pain from prolonged playing
  • Thoracic spine stiff on the instrument side
  • Shoulder elevated chronically on the instrument side
  • Headaches from sustained neck positions
  • Jaw tightness from performance tension

Why this happens

The root causes behind musician's posture fix.

  • Sustained asymmetrical instrument position training the body into structural imbalance over thousands of practice hours
  • Wrist flexor dominance from keyboard or string playing shortening the forearm flexors
  • Cervical lateral flexion from chin-rest instruments creating lateral imbalance in neck musculature
  • Thoracic kyphosis from instrument posture being reinforced daily through practice

Why this works

Performance injuries end careers. They're also almost always preventable. The structural patterns that cause guitarist's shoulder, violinist's neck, and pianist's wrist are well-understood, and addressable with specific corrective work done away from the instrument. This program is built to keep musicians playing at the highest level for the longest possible time.

Why not just watch free videos?

Free YouTube videos

  • Random exercises with no sequence
  • No explanation of root cause
  • No progression structure
  • Hope something works

This program

  • Specific sequence that targets your root cause
  • Mike explains the why behind every movement
  • Progressive structure over 4+ weeks
  • Designed for your exact issue

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Full program curriculum

7 more videos included with purchase.

03Thoracic Extension (Foam Roller)
04Doorway Chest Stretch
05Scapular Retraction and Depression
06Upper Trap Release
07Levator Scapulae Stretch
08Wall Angels
09Prone Cobra

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Frequently asked questions

I play guitar. Is this specific enough for my instrument?

The program covers the universal musician patterns (forward head, thoracic kyphosis, shoulder asymmetry, wrist flexor dominance) that apply to guitar. The thoracic rotation and shoulder work is particularly relevant.

I'm a professional and can't afford to be in pain. Is this program rigorous enough?

Yes. This corrective method is used by professional athletes and performers. The program is designed to maintain the structural integrity that high-level performance requires.

When should I do this relative to practice?

After practice, before you put the instrument away. The cervical and thoracic work resets the patterns you've just held for hours.

I have carpal tunnel symptoms. Will this help?

Carpal tunnel in musicians is often a thoracic outlet and cervical issue, not a wrist problem. The cervical and thoracic work frequently reduces the symptoms that are misattributed to the wrist.

Let pain be your guide. This program is for general wellness and education — it is not medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and Posture Guy Mike is not a physician or physical therapist. Always consult your doctor before starting a new exercise program, especially if you have a pre-existing condition, injury, or chronic pain. Stop immediately if you feel sharp, shooting, or worsening pain.

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What's included

  • 9 corrective exercise videos
  • Mike explains the instrument-specific postural patterns behind each movement
  • Full demonstration with form cues
  • Lifetime access on any device
  • No equipment needed
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