10 Jan
Blog

Upright Go S Review: This Posture Trainer Delivers

Upright Go S, test report, wear device

Upright Go S put to the test: Posture trainer keeps what it promises

RRP $ 59.95

"The Upright Go S is an intelligent posture trainer that gently reminds you to sit up straight when you start to crouch."

benefits

  • Super small

  • Glue works surprisingly well

  • Warns you firmly but gently

  • Does its job so you don't laze around

  • Easy to use discreetly

disadvantage

  • Additional adhesives cost about $ 1 each

  • Battery life is short

It's not the same as running five miles or lifting weights, but anyone who spends the majority of the day at a desk, working from home or in the office, knows that it can be physically demanding too – and not in a good way. This afternoon, the slenderness and sagging that comes from hovering over a keyboard can not only make you hunchbacked on a daily basis, but it can also cause more permanent problems. The problem is, most of us don't even realize we're leaning, so how could we possibly stop it? The answer is Upright Go S.

Upright Go S, reviewWhat is Upright Go S?

Simply put, the Upright Go S is an ergonomic device known as a posture trainer, made from a small thumb-sized plastic bean that either sticks to your back (with body-friendly adhesive) or hangs over your back (with an optional lanyard). With sensors that sense its position and orientation, it emits gentle vibrations as you begin to lean; an attentive nudge that you carry. A companion app provides feedback on your progress.

Upright Go S is the smallest and smartest posture trainer on the market.

Warnings and options

Upright Go app progress.

With the Upright Go S, you must first calibrate the device so that it knows what is straight and bent for you. You can set your posture or lying area from level 1 (relaxed) to level 6 (strict). You can set a posture notification delay of five seconds, 15, 30, or up to a minute. The delay is actually smart because if you bend down to get something about the 5 second delay option, for example, you will get a buzzing warning. The best delay in my testing experience was 15 seconds; long enough that every bar or armrest didn't get a nudge, but short enough that I didn't feel comfortable in a stooped position.

You can adjust the vibration options between gentle, medium, and strong.

What it's like to use Upright Go S.

Like many of you who have read this, I thought my posture was okay and assumed this was going to be an easy day for wearing the Go S. It turned out that my posture wasn't as rigid as I would have liked, and on my first day I only scored 50% on the straight vs. slouch scale. Additionally, I definitely felt like I did some light ab workout using my core to touch down. After a few hours I called Uncle and put it away for the day.

My next round of Upright Go S was better because I knew what to expect; I was able to sit properly in my chair without so much effort to stay straight and increase my score.

Attaching the pod to my back with glue was easy (although my husband told me it was a little crooked) and the glue was strong to hold and didn't hurt at all to remove. It was pretty easy to forget I was wearing the Go S … unless I slipped together.

In short, the Upright Go S is comfortable to wear and seemed to do exactly what it promises: Let me know when I'm slouching.

Upright Go S, test report, wear deviceView statistics

On the Statistics tab of the Upright app, you can view your progress on a day-to-day basis. On my first day of use, I ended up with a score of only 50%. This meant that I slouched and received memories half the time I wore the capsule, while essentially staying upright the other half of the time. Upright wants you to wear the device for at least 60 minutes a day and you will get small virtual high fives if you can. I was better prepared for my next outing and I'm not afraid to say I got a perfect score.

The statistics are easy to read and understand, and give a clear indication of how well you are doing as you strive for the improvements that you strive for.

You can also compare your posture to the healthy area averages and see your progress over time.

Battery life and charging

According to the company, the Upright Go S should last around 20 hours or 2.5 days. It has to go into some sort of sleep mode when put to bed in its case and I can't remember whether I actually turned it off or not since I used it on the first day and then put it aside for several days and it was still working on day 5.

The battery life is visible in the app. When it's time to recharge, just plug in the USB-C cable and you should be full again in about three hours, which was my testing.

Adhesive application

At first I wasn't so sure about using adhesives. I figured that after my supply ran out, I would find it difficult to want to pay more. It turns out the company makes reordering pretty easy, as you can order new ones in the app for about a dollar a pop. They're definitely reusable, although unsurprisingly the glue is the stickiest when you first use them and less when you wear them later.

Upright says you should get around 10 uses per pad depending on your skin type, sweat, and how often you tape it on and off, so I found that pretty reasonable. In my testing, I'd say I got my 10 uses, and by keeping it clean and tucking the Go S in its case, I was actually able to add multiple uses to it.

The other option is the extra lanyard or necklace as the company calls it. It's made of silicone and magnetic, costs $ 19.95, and has a USB port that you can attach the Go S to. After that, you just let it hang on your back. It's a cool option if you don't want to mess with glue.

Our opinion

Upright Go S impressed me surprisingly. At first I really thought this was a stupid gimmick, but after wearing it for a week I can say that it definitely changed not only my actual posture but also how aware I am of how I sit or stand. The device is compact and, unlike many of these belts and holsters, you can easily carry it without anyone else being the cleverer. The Go S is billed as the budget version, but to me it didn't feel like I missed any features (although I'm curious what the Go 2 model would add to an already solid package). .

Is there a better alternative?

Other options when browsing for posture training equipment are suspenders and halters, belts, or vests. In terms of another smart, connected posture correction device that is easy to hide, Upright Go appears to be dominating the market.

How long it will take?

The Go S is made of plastic and has a rechargeable battery. Although it feels stable enough in my hand and on my back, I would be interested to know what happens if it falls and how long the battery life is. But as far as I can tell it looks solidly built.

Should you buy it?

Yes. In general, it seems almost too good to be true for a product to meet all of the criteria, but in this case Upright Go S isn't a dream. It's the real deal. I can definitely recommend the Upright Go S. It works absolutely as advertised and keeps me upright and upright.

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25 Sep
Blog

How to Keep Yourself Upright During a Squat

We all know that when we do a barbell squat, we shouldn't look like we're bowing to worship the gym floor. However, that's a lot of what you see in gyms.

So we do corrective exercises that focus on building strength and stability for the muscles and patterns that are supposed to prevent this from happening.

These are usually simple single-joint exercises, performed on only one side of the body at a time. But sometimes and mostly we can develop what we need by simply spending more time in the positions we want to improve.

If you want to know all about the principles behind it, check out my online course, which starts in a couple of weeks.

Addressing posture and position in the crouched position

Moving through positions is what the 1.25 squat does best.

It will get you through positions that are often more difficult to hold.

More time practicing the lower squat positions means we have more opportunities to do sensory learning – feeling the muscles that contribute to a movement where and when they should.

The continuous controlled motion from the bottom of your squat to a quarter of the standing position to the base causes you to maintain the kind of balance and posture that a great squat creates.

It's better than just doing more reps, as it's difficult to lower into the second squat without sitting back on top as you normally would. It helps you feel every change in the pressure of your feet and the tilt of your torso.

The advantages of the 1.25 squat

Some exercises are just variations for advanced lifters who need a fresh kick to get stronger.

It does, but it's great for inexperienced squatters too.

It can be a targeted movement exercise for anyone trying to get their squat pattern fluid and strong. And it can be a way for someone who already has an ingrained good squat to strengthen their quads and glutes while working on the ability to maintain adequate tension at a depth in their squat.

The 1.25 squat not only strengthens and trains the coordination of the muscles that perform the movement.

It provides a condition that naturally trains the stabilizing muscles of the trunk. Muscles such as the abdominal muscles, the obliques, the transverse abdomen and the erectors stiffen the spine.

Posture collapses and squats fall apart because these muscles are out of control during the hardest part of the movement (Turn back from bottom to stand up again).

With this exercise, you will train this tension ability better, as you will spend most of the time in this part of the movement.

Here's how to prop up, lower, and hit your squat

Stand under the barbell and step out like a normal squat. Inhale and focus on creating proper braces. You need it to be rigid for this extended repetition.

Lower yourself into your crouch and once you have reached your depth come a quarter of the way to full standing. Remember to come 3-5 inches across in parallel.

How to stay upright during a squat - fitness, fitness, squats, posture, corrective exercises, online training, transverse abdominal, quads, coordination, abs, front squats, glutes, upper back, obliques, sensory awareness, core stability

How to stay upright during a squat - fitness, fitness, squats, posture, corrective exercises, online training, transverse abdominal, quads, coordination, abs, front squats, glutes, upper back, obliques, sensory awareness, core stability

Immediately go back to the bottom of your crouch and then stand up from there. This is a repetition.

How to stay upright during a squat - fitness, fitness, squats, posture, corrective exercises, online training, transverse abdominal, quads, coordination, abs, front squats, glutes, upper back, obliques, sensory awareness, core stability

Make sure that you do not take a break at any point.

  • Once you get to the depth, you come up.
  • Once you feel like you are 3 to 5 inches above the parallel, go back down immediately.
  • The second time you reach the floor of your crouch, stand up all the way without hesitation.

Do no more than five repetitions on this exercise and be careful with how much weight you use.

The focus is on the quality of movement, posture, tension and the feeling that the muscles are working well in a coordinated effort.

Don't worry if you're too high or not high enough on the quarter repetition. If you get in and out of the squat twice, you are doing the exercise correctly.

Change it

The goal of this exercise is to make sure the right muscles are working where they should and to increase stability in the motion that you often lose them in.

The muscles of the upper back help create the structure and posture you need for a solid squat. A front squat of 1.25 can therefore be a significant variation for this purpose.

When doing front squats, you need to maintain tension in the upper back and prevent the chest from falling forward. If you don't, throw the rod on the floor in front of you.

Rotating 1.25 front squats with rear squats improves posture and muscle coordination for a strong squat.

Challenge your squat technique with breaks

This exercise can be quite difficult even if you have a lot of experience.

However, once you've trained with them, try adding breaks.

Breaks force even more control to maintain tension in these positions as you spend even more time down below.

Taking a break from a count at the bottom of the crouch after climbing a quarter of the way up, and then the second time at the bottom too, allows you to challenge yourself and develop for some time.

25 Sep
Blog

How to Keep Yourself Upright During a Squat

We all know that when we do a barbell squat, we shouldn't look like we're bowing to worship the gym floor. However, that's a lot of what you see in gyms.

So we do corrective exercises that focus on building strength and stability for the muscles and patterns that are supposed to prevent this from happening.

These are usually simple single-joint exercises, performed on only one side of the body at a time. But sometimes and mostly we can develop what we need by simply spending more time in the positions we want to improve.

If you want to know all about the principles behind it, check out my online course, which starts in a couple of weeks.

Addressing posture and position in the crouched position

Moving through positions is what the 1.25 squat does best.

It will get you through positions that are often more difficult to hold.

More time practicing the lower squat positions means we have more opportunities to do sensory learning – feeling the muscles that contribute to a movement where and when they should.

The continuous controlled motion from the bottom of your squat to a quarter of the standing position to the base causes you to maintain the kind of balance and posture that a great squat creates.

It's better than just doing more reps, as it's difficult to lower into the second squat without sitting back on top as you normally would. It helps you feel every change in the pressure of your feet and the tilt of your torso.

The advantages of the 1.25 squat

Some exercises are just variations for advanced lifters who need a fresh kick to get stronger.

It does, but it's great for inexperienced squatters too.

It can be a targeted movement exercise for anyone trying to get their squat pattern fluid and strong. And it can be a way for someone who already has an ingrained good squat to strengthen their quads and glutes while working on the ability to maintain adequate tension at a depth in their squat.

The 1.25 squat not only strengthens and trains the coordination of the muscles that perform the movement.

It provides a condition that naturally trains the stabilizing muscles of the trunk. Muscles such as the abdominal muscles, the obliques, the transverse abdomen and the erectors stiffen the spine.

Posture collapses and squats fall apart because these muscles are out of control during the hardest part of the movement (Turn back from bottom to stand up again).

With this exercise, you will train this tension ability better, as you will spend most of the time in this part of the movement.

Here's how to prop up, lower, and hit your squat

Stand under the barbell and step out like a normal squat. Inhale and focus on creating proper braces. You need it to be rigid for this extended repetition.

Lower yourself into your crouch and once you have reached your depth come a quarter of the way to full standing. Remember to come 3-5 inches across in parallel.

How to stay upright during a squat - fitness, fitness, squats, posture, corrective exercises, online training, transverse abdominal, quads, coordination, abs, front squats, glutes, upper back, obliques, sensory awareness, core stability

How to stay upright during a squat - fitness, fitness, squats, posture, corrective exercises, online training, transverse abdominal, quads, coordination, abs, front squats, glutes, upper back, obliques, sensory awareness, core stability

Immediately go back to the bottom of your crouch and then stand up from there. This is a repetition.

How to stay upright during a squat - fitness, fitness, squats, posture, corrective exercises, online training, transverse abdominal, quads, coordination, abs, front squats, glutes, upper back, obliques, sensory awareness, core stability

Make sure that you do not take a break at any point.

  • Once you get to the depth, you come up.
  • Once you feel like you are 3 to 5 inches above the parallel, go back down immediately.
  • The second time you reach the floor of your crouch, stand up all the way without hesitation.

Do no more than five repetitions on this exercise and be careful with how much weight you use.

The focus is on the quality of movement, posture, tension and the feeling that the muscles are working well in a coordinated effort.

Don't worry if you're too high or not high enough on the quarter repetition. If you get in and out of the squat twice, you are doing the exercise correctly.

Change it

The goal of this exercise is to make sure the right muscles are working where they should and to increase stability in the motion that you often lose them in.

The muscles of the upper back help create the structure and posture you need for a solid squat. A front squat of 1.25 can therefore be a significant variation for this purpose.

When doing front squats, you need to maintain tension in the upper back and prevent the chest from falling forward. If you don't, throw the rod on the floor in front of you.

Rotating 1.25 front squats with rear squats improves posture and muscle coordination for a strong squat.

Challenge your squat technique with breaks

This exercise can be quite difficult even if you have a lot of experience.

However, once you've trained with them, try adding breaks.

Breaks force even more control to maintain tension in these positions as you spend even more time down below.

Taking a break from a count at the bottom of the crouch after climbing a quarter of the way up, and then the second time at the bottom too, allows you to challenge yourself and develop for some time.