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Poor posture can do a number on your back, and one of the most notorious places for bad posture is at the computer. Positioning your computer properly can help. You’ll want to keep the screen at eye level, so your eyes are right at the middle of the screen when you’re sitting up straight. Keep your neck, shoulders and hips all facing toward the computer, with everything within a comfortable reach and gaze. Coffman recommends doing an hourly “posture check.” Set a timer for one minute, and give yourself the best posture you can for that minute. Think about elongating the spine like a marionette, with your shoulders relaxed and heavy, being pulled toward your back pockets. This is the correct alignment for your spine and naturally feels good. Because it feels good, you may soon find yourself self-correcting your posture more often than hourly. Try these tips to improve your posture.