Misalignment can be a result of poor body mechanics and weakened muscles.  A stooped posture is a typical example of this, with the chest muscles concaved and shoulders rounded forward, the hips are shifted forwards out of alignment.

A person with a healthy, strong spine would have a plumb line through the centre of their body, landing just in front of their ankle with their chest remaining open and shoulders back with upper and lower body aligned.

CoreZone can help you assess your posture, focusing on areas for improvement.

The most helpful exercise to strengthen and align the body is resistance Pilates training, however this information will help you to target areas of weakness in gym weights routines as well.