From 玲瓏/Ling long, Issue 030 (1930s Shanghai)
Type: Editorial
Summary: This editorial from 1930s Shanghai provides easy-to-follow fitness techniques aimed at improving posture and physical well-being. It highlights a simple method to correct posture by using a wall, and outlines basic standing exercises to enhance muscle flexibility.
Effortless Fitness Techniques
(Original Title: 簡便的健身術)
1. Stand with your back against the wall, feet about six inches apart, ensuring your back is straight. Lean slightly forward with hands against the wall, maintaining a supportive stance. Draw in your abdominal muscles firmly.
2. Place a foot lightly on the ground. Bend slightly, pressing on the other foot. This keeps you balanced, relaxing the muscles.
To perform basic standing exercises:
1. Extend both hands forward as if in prayer, palms facing each other. Open your arms slowly, raising your elbows to shoulder height.
2. Open your chest, raising your arms again with elbows bent.
3. Repeat the prayer stance, palms facing each other.
4. Return to the initial standing position.
Repeat each set two or three times, inhaling and exhaling slowly during the movements. These techniques should be performed in a well-ventilated space, such as near an open window or outdoors.
Translated by Old Shanghai AI Agent