January 28, 1943. Mr. Duteh Chapman, MeLouth, Kansas. Dear Duteh: I went in to the Athletic Office to see Mr. Ear] Palkenstien to make reservations for ten seats for you for the Oklahoma game. Mr. Palkenstien gave me a glassy stare end said, "Say, I couldn't get you ten to save my life, but I will try to get six and those will be in temporary seats." Dutch, I believe he will be able to get six for you but it is going to strain him to get six good seats in tempor- ary locations. But you can count on me to do everything I can in your behalf. If you will be satisfied with six I an sure that by hook or orook you will get them. . | I em wri ee ee ee build up your hopes too high and have you disappointed at the — last minute in not being able t get tickets for your friends. Everybody is making reservations for seats for the Oklahoma game, and have been doing it for over a month. We will see you next Monday, I hope. With all good wishes, I am Very sincerely yours, Director of Physical Education, FCAsAH Varsity Basketball Coach. January 28, 1945. ir. J. ‘Je Caldwell, R. 8. #1, Kansas City, Kansas. Dear Mr. Caldwell: There was no enclosure in your enveloped addressed to me, except your self-addressed stamped envelope. I thought you might not know that your letter was not sent. Sincerely yours, - Director of Physical Education, PCA:AH | Varsity Basketball Coach. November ll, 1942. Mr. James B. Comor, Asst. Manager, | , Henry Hudson Hotel, : : 353 West 57th Street, New York. Dear Mr. Connor: I beg to acknowledge your two letters of October 26 and November 7, one of which was addressed to Mr. Gwinn Henry, Athletic Director at the University of Kansase We have made arrangements for our baskete 1 team to stay at one of the other hotels. However, do appreciate the information you have sent us regarding facilities of the Henry Hudson Hotel. 7: Very sincerely yours, Director of Physical Education, / FCA:AH Varsity Basketball Coach. EXECUTIVE OFFICE Fency Rubs 353 WEST FIFTY-SEVENTH STREET NEW YORK COLUMBUS 5-6100 November 7, 1942 Dr. Forrest C. Allen Director of Athletics University of Kansas Lawrence, Kansas Dear Dr. Allen; With the opening of the 1942-43 basketball season close at hand, and your game with Fordham University to be held at Madison Square Garden on December 28th, may I take the liberty of pointing out to you the advantages and excellent facilities offered by the Henry Hudson Hotel. : We are located on West 57th street - about a five-minute walk from the Garden which is at 50th Street. Subway and bus lines which make stops outside the door of the arena are available at the corner. The Henry Hudson Hotel is a modern hostelry of twenty-seven stories with 1200 rooms, each equipped with private.bath. It offers our patrons a choice of restaurants and a moderately priced cafeteria. In addition, we submit the following fine facilities which no other New York Hotel can offer: a fully-equipped gymasium, an excellent marked-off basketball court, electric cabinets, rubbing and massage tables, showers, rest cots, etc. The appointments are superb, and while the equipment, including the spacious lounges are unexcelled and compare favorably with America's finest hotels, the atmosphere is akin to that found in the foremost clubs in the country. We shall be pleased to arrange for you special individual or group rates for members of the University of Kansas team, and those who may accompany them to New York for the Fordham game. We have been host to numerous college groups coming to New York for their athletic competition with local collegs, and have always handled such movements satisfactorily. If possible, we would like to have the name of the secretary of the New York alumni who might be interested in securing accommodations for a pre-game rally or dinner. Kindly advise me if there is any further information you may desire regarding the Henry Hudson Hotel. ae AYA dames B. Connor _ ‘Assistant Manager s ba 5 — JBCsMC Spee PS po eee eS Rene Fudson HOTEL 353 WEST FIFTY-SEVENTH STREET NEW YORK COLUMBUS 45-6100 EXECUTIVE OFFICE October 26, 1942 Mr. Gwinn Henry Athletic Director University of Kansas Lawrence, Kansas Dear Mr. Henry: With the opening of the 1942-43 basketball season close at hand, and your annual game with Fordham University to be held at Madison Square Garden on December 28th, may I take the liberty of pointing out to you the advantages and excellent facilities offered by the Henry Hudson Hotel. We are located on West 57th street, near Columbus Circle or about a five-minute walk from the Garden which is at 50th street. Subway and bus lines, which make stops outside the door of the arena, are available at the corner. The Henry Hudson Hotel is a modern hostelry of twenty-seven stories with 1200 rooms, each equipped with private bath. It offers our patrons a choice of restaurants and a moderately priced cafeteria. In addition, we submit the following fine facilities which no other New York hotel can offer: a fully-equipped gymnasium, an excellent marked-off basketball court and a 60 x 25 foot swimming pool. Also electric cabinets, rubbing and massage tables, showers, rest cots, etc. The appointments are superb, and while the equipment, including the spacious lounges are unexcelled and compare most favorably with America's finest hotel, the atmosphere is akin to that found in the foremost clubs in the country. We shall be pleased to arrange for you special individual or group rates for members of the Kansas team, the student body or friends who may accompany them to New York for the game with Fordham. We have been host to numerous college groups coming to New York for their athletic competition with local colleges and universities and have always handled such movements satisfactorily. If possible, we would like to have the name of the secretary of the New York alumni who might be interested in securing accommodations for a pre-game rally or dimer. Kindly advise me if there is any further information you may desire regarding the Henry Hudson Hotel. Cordially yours, Assistant Manager JBD:MC Saiateaialileais SIS Rs ek ns ie ee decals Io : tee seats sR a 2 ah gh Ni i RRM ie Sg January 12, 1943. Lt. Edgar J. Collins, Co. 0, 4th Battalion, S0lst Ordnance Regiment, Camp McCoy, Wisconsin. “Dear Lieutenant Collins: Se ew es te ek ee ee December 19th, which I found on my desk efter our return from Buffalo, Philadelphia, New York and St. Louis. My secretary has told you of my text, "Retter Basketball”, which I believe you would find very interesting and profitable. I shall be happy Ge a ees woe 0 cee Gees ee With best wishes, I eam Sincerely yours, : Director of Physical Education, FPCA:AH : Varsity Basketball Coach. December 19, 192 Dr. F. Ce Allen, Athletic Department, University of Kansas, Lawrence Kansas Dear Sir: A considerable amount of time has passed since I last wrote or talked to you. However I suppose you have started another of your usually successful ball seasons. I read in the paper where Creighton was gunning for you this season and I sincerely hope that you put them in their proper place when you met in the past week. Brothers Hickey and Ware and myself darn near had a knock-down and drag-put when I was stationed in Omaha last wintere Incidently I took enough money from the World Herald staffvon the game last season to buy a $100 Defense Bond. I also had a million dollars worth of enjoyment from the deflated egoes. Doctor as usual I am requesting a favor from you. I am the coach, trainer, mother and father confessor of the 30lst Ordnance Regimental basketball team. All I have ever had in the sport is high school and intramural competition and observation of your coaching methods. I have quite a bit of good material and would like a little help if it is possible to get it. Do you have a pamphlet or publication of any sort with your system and a simple series of plays. I am not ask- ing for a donation and am willing to pay if you have such a book for sale. I know the fundementals fairly well and with your help will be able to do O. Ke Anything you can send will be sincerely appreciated. Please give my regards to my old friend Nesmith if he is still about and not in the Army. With thanks for anything you can offer and best of luck for the present season, I remain, Sincerely Lte ae Je i Co. O, th Battalion, 301st Ordnance Regiment, Camp McCoy, Wisconsin Beat hell out of those apple core throwing Nebraskans. December 24, 1942. | Lb. , Bagar J; Collins, Co. 0, 4th Battalion, SOlst Ordnance Reginent, Camp McCoy, Wisconsin. Dear Lieutenant Collins: Your letter of December 19th has been re- ceived during Dr. Allen's absence from the office. He left fuesday noon, December 22nd, with the basketball teem for their Eastern trip. They are playing in Buffalo, New York City, Philadelphia and St. Louis, and expect to return to the University on January 2nd. I believe that you would be very much interested in Dr. Allen's text, “Better Basketball”, which describes fully his technique. I+t is profusely illustrated with photographs and diagrams of plays. The book is published ' ‘by McGraw-Hill and Company, and sells for $4.00. I am sure - that if you desire an autographed oopy Dr. Allen will be glad to send it to you postpaid on ‘roveipt of your check or money order for $4. Dr. Allen will be happy to see your letter when he returns to the office. Sincerely yours, Secretary to Dr. Forrest ©. Allen. Jenuasy 12, 19435. Ur. Lee Corder, Principal, Welda Rural High School, Welda, Kansas. Dear Mr. Corder: It was very thoughtful of you to write congratulating us on the success of the basketball team. ‘The boys had a wonderful trip through the east, and we are naturally happy’at the outeane of the gamese Thank you very much for your good wishes. With kindest regards to you and yours, I Gin, Very sineerely yours, Director of Physical gducation, FCA:AH | Varsity Basketball Coach. George Furgason, Director C. J. Barraclough, Clerk Marion Nokes, Treasurer WELDA RURAL HIGH SCHOOL CLASS A Education for Citizenship LEE CORDER, PRINCIPAL WELDA, KANSAS 1-7-4353 UP, tf. GC. Ailen, University of Kansas, Lawrence, Kansas. Dear Mr. Allen: Congratulations on the fine showing of the splendid team you have this year. It looks like one of your grestest teams. I sure hope you pour it on Oklahoma, here's hoping you the best of luck. Sincerely yours, Lee Corder. 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COLLEGE PHYSICAL EDUCATION ASSOCIATION Bulletin No, 2, February 16, 1943 Regional Meetings The regional meeting for the Eastern area is scheduled for February 20, at Houston Hall, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia. Dr. Lloyd M. Jones of the Pennsylvania State College is in charge of the organization and conduct of this meet- ing. He has a program arranged a ree of which is given here. Morning: The Proposed Phe teel Fitness Progrem in Colleges. Dr. Jackson Sharman of the U. S. Office of Education. Training of Leaders in the Colleges for the Secondary School Physical Fitness Progrem. Dr. J. Wynn Fredericks, Chief, Division of Health and Physical Education, State of Pennsylvania. Dr. N. P. Neilson, Executive Secretary, American Association for Health, Physical Education and Recreation. A panel discussion of these subjects will follow the presentations by the speakers. Afternoon: Physical Fitness in the Armed Services. Dr. Joseph Raycroft, Princeton University Lieut. Commander Frank Wickhorst, U.S.N. Col. Theodore Bank, U. 5. Army. Mr. James Pixlee, U.S. Army Air Forces. The Intercollegiate and Intramural Athletic Programs and the War. Dean LeRoy Mercer, University of Pennsylvania. Dean Carl P. Schott, The Pennsylvania State College. Mr. O. HE. Bilheimer, Gettysburg College. A panel discussion of these subjects will follow the presentations by the speakers. Dinner Address: The Obligation of the College to Prepare Men for War. Dr. William Mather Lewis, President, Lafayette College. All of the details of the program are not included but those persons residing in the Eastern area will receive a full announcement of the program. The Midwestern area meeting will be held sometime this spring, perhaps in con- junction with the national convention of the A.A.H.P.E.R. In any event, Dr. Floyd Eastwood, who is chairman for this meeting is working on the arrangements now and has not announced final plans because he is awaiting certain developments in the new Army and Navy college program. These developments, he feels, will be worthy of consideration at the midwestern meeting. Physical Education for College Men in Military Service The plans of the Army and Navy for returning a certain number of the enlisted reserve men to the colleges for further training are being announced gradually. It is apparent that the full plans have not yet boen completed. It seems most probable that physical education will be a part of the program of these men. The college physical education faculties may be used for the conduct of this program where those faculties are large enough for doing the job. Physical Education and Intercollegiate Athletics In some recent newspaper articles there have appeared statements by representa- tives of intercollegiate athletics purporting to show that ee education people are opposed to intercollegiate sports at this time. C. Py Be As ve Bulletin No. ay pe 2 It is unfortunate that such statements have been made. On the other hand the persons making them have not done so without reason. Tho unfortunate part is that all of those working specifically in physical education are classed together. This is a serious error on the part of the intercollogiate athletic group. It indicates a lack of familiarity with the professional work of physical educationists. The College Physical Education Association membership docs not contrast physical education and intercollegiate athletics. It is hoped that our membors will continuo to strive for a fuller understanding of the complete program of physical education and that they will discourage any attempts to divide the offorts of the professional groups at this time. : , ; Persons who have read the original and the supplement of the report of the Gommittee on the Contributions of College Physical Education to National Propared- ness must be awaro of the stand taken by tho loaders in our college field. s Sce bottom of page 3. Current Issues for Schools and Colleges 1. Shall the physical cducation programs of schools and colleges be composed entiroly of calisthenics and gymnastics? 2. Shall the physical education programs of schools and colleges be limited to varsity competitive sports for the skilled minority? 3. Shall tho physical education programs of schools and colleges adhere to a program of sports for all (selected in the light of individual differences) with no warming up, conditioning, or other drill exercises whatsoever? Shall the physical education programs of schools and colleges be. composed of a mixture of competitive sports and calisthonics? 4,1 If yos - in whot proportions? 5. Shall the physical education programs of schools and colleges be composed of sport and game activities preceded by short periods of informal warming up exorcises? 6. Should varsity athletics in civilian institutions be continued during the war? 7. Is there any organized attempt among physical educators to discredit or abolish the varsity programs in civilian institutions? 8. Are calisthenics and gymnastics worth applying to all for conditioning purposes? 9. Aro civilian school and collego programs obligated to imitate the physical education programs. of the Army and Navy? 10. Shall school and college physical education programs be composed of activities | which will prepare every boy and girl for military service? 10.1 Shall all programs include conditioning exercises? 10.2 Shall all programs include simulated military activitios (obstacle course, military combative activities, otc. )? 10.3 Shall’ civilian institutions servo both ways in preparing those likely to seo military service in a program geared to their noeds, while maintaining at the samo time a program of physical education geared to civilian life (i.e., a natural program of sports)? ll. Is a natural program of gamos, sports and athletics of a competitive nature better for all curront purposes than a program of calisthenics and conditioning exercises? 12. Under what circumstances and in whet amounts do the following serve a useful purpose in civilian physical education programs? 12.1 Marching 12.2 Free-hand calisthenics 12.3 Gymnastics 12.4 Conditioning oxercises 12.5 Simulated military stunts 12.6 Warm-up drills 12.7 Sports and games us C.P.E.A. - Bulletin No. 2. p. 3 Personal Interest Mr. Ralph Piper has sent in a copy of the program for a "Physical Fitness School for Minneapolis High School Leaders" held on December 28-31, 1942. The purpose of this school was to discuss the needs and means for fitness and to demon- strate quite a variety of physical activities which could be used for physical fitness programs. Mr. Thomas McDonough of Emory University has sent an outline of the Emory Univer- sity Physical Fitness Program. This program includes the physical examination, follow-up work, testing program and various activities to be used during the physical education periods. A description of the physical education program at Syracuse University has been sent in by Mr. John Shaw. For a number of years the Department of Physical Educa- tion and Athletics at Syracuse has emphasized the physical fitness objective. Their present program is re-emphasis of the type of program conducted there for several years and a revision of the program content to meet certain requirements asked of colleges by the United States Naval Training Division, Bureau of Aeronautics, and the United States Army. DePauw University has had an increased physical education requirement in effect since the opening of the academic year in September, 1942. All freshmen and sopho- mores have been required to enroll in physical education and all juniors and seniors (at that time) in the age range of selective service. It is probable that now all students aro enrolled in the physical education course. Mr. Randolph W. Webster has been made Acting Director of the School of Physical Education and Athletics at West Virginia University. Lieut. Walter E. McCloud, CER, is stationed at the U. S. Navy Pre-Flight School, St. Mary's College, California. Lieutenant McCloud was on the faculty of Trinity College prior to his entrance into the Navy. SEND IT IN If you have any information concerning your own activities or those of your institution relative to meeting the demands and solving some of the problems of the present situation you are urged to send it to the Secretary. Personal notes are most welcome. Some of the information, with your permission, may be used for future bulletins. * Current Issues for Schools and Colleges ~~ Following the statements appearing recently in the public press that physical educationists are not interested now in intercollogiate athletics and even may be opposed to them the following questions have been submitted by Dr. D. Oberteuffer of The Ohio State University. They are included here for the thoughtful interest of our mombers. (This should precede the list of issues appearing on page 2) Pebruary 18, 1943. The Christian Science Monitor, Bostol, Mass. Dear Sirs: I am very desirous of obtaining a copy of the Christian Science Monitor for Saturday, January 23, 1943, particularly the sport section carrying the article about Pro Basketball. Someone sent me a tear sheet showing the caricature of Ray Evans, our star basketball player, and on this page _ was part of the article on Pro Basketball. The page was tern down the center of this column, so I am unable to give you the full title. It is thie article in which I am inter- ested. ' We secured a copy of The Monitor from the University Library for the same dats, January 23, but it was evidently ea different issue because I am unable to find anywhere in this paper the article én Pro Basketball. I would greatly appreciate it if you could send me a copy of the paper. Sincerely yours, : Director of Physical Education, FCA :AH Varsity Basketball Coach. Pebruary 11, 1943. Mr. Jo J. Caldwell, Route #1, Kansas City, Kansas. Dear Mr. Caldwell: I widerstood from the press that Jack Lovelock, an Australian, is beck in his native country and doing war work. I am not sure whether he is a soldier or what, but he is serving his country. Yes, he was a friend of Glenn Cunningham, and a fine opponent. He broke the world's record in the nile at Prinseton University some five or six years ago. I would suggest that if you want further information you write the sport desk of the Kansas City Star. They have all available records there which they will be glad to furnish yous Sincerely yours, rou: Direotor of Physical Education, FOAsAH Varsity Basketball Coach. Mr. C. E. Chalfant, Firat National Bank Bldg., Hutehinson, Kansas. Dear Chuck: i was very happy to receive your letter of March first, and I want you to kmow that I very deeply appreciate the fine things you had to say. With best wishes to you, I am Cordially yours, Director of Physical Education, Varsity Basketball Coach. LAW OFFICES JONES, BRANINE,CHALFANT & HUNTER SUITE 508 FIRST NATIONAL BANK BLDG. HUTCHINSON, KANSAS WALTER F. JONES HAROLD R.BRANINE CLAUDE E.CHALFANT March 1 ; 1943 J.RICHARDS HUNTER Dr. Forrest C. Allen University of Kansas Lawrence, Kansas My dear Phog: Congratulations again on your fire basketball team. My regret is that I did not get to see your '45 team in action. I had tentatively planned to be in Kansas City about the time of the tournament the last of March, and of course was disappointed that the team will have to be disbanded before then. With the best to you always, I am Sincerely, eo oe ee es WN a CEC:E Marsh 15, 1943. ir. George R. Grissman, 60 East 53rd Street, Keneas City, Mo. Dear Friend George E.: Gee, you are a regular old peppy petriarch! A fellow who is as many years young @s ycu are stimulates me to the nth degree when I have such a cheery note from you. It was mighty good to hear from you end I assure you I deeply appreciate your sincere wishes. We had a levely letter from Catherine, and we also wish to be remembered most sincerely to Mrs. Crissman. With all good wishes, I am Sincerely yours, ‘ Director of Physical Education, PCA:AH — Varsity Basketball Coach., GEORGE R. CRISSMAN APARTMENTS AND OTHER REAL PROPERTY 50 EAST S3rRD STREET TELEPHONE JA. 8215 KANSAS CITY, MO. March 5, 19435. Dear Phog: We read in Sunday's Star of your dis- tinguished honors with real delight. Needless to say we are very proud of you and belirve that these honors are all due you. Glad to report that we are in Al health, active in life and enjoying it, with ample compe- tence. Mrs. Crissman and Catherine (Mrs. Col. Ray E. Lawrence) join me in love to you and Mrs. A. | Yours for auld lang syne, Merch 4, 1945. F. S. Crofts, & Co., Publishers, New York City. Dear Sirs! Will you kindly send one copy of “Analysis of Human Motion", a textbook on kinesiology, by M. Gladys Scott? I shall send payment immediately upon receipt of your statement. Sincerely yours, Director of Physical Miucaation, FCAsAH Varsity Basketball Coach. Marsh 29, 1945. Mr. Frank H. Keufmen, Director, The Semuel Higby Camp Institute, Empire State Building, : New York Citys Dear Mir. Kaufman: _ ° Ip weply to you letter of March 24th, we will be very happy to receive a supply of the new book- let, “Blue Prints for Body Belance", which you are offer~ ing us without charge. If you would send us 25 hooklets and two posters for use in ow department, we would be very gratefui. Thanking you for your offer, I am Very sincerely yours, Director of Physical Education, Varsity Yasketball Coach. THE SAMUEL HIGBY CAMP INSTITUTE ane Boltex isha EMPIRE STATE BUILDING - NEW YORK March 24, 1943 Mr. Forrdst C. Allen, Dir. Phy. Ed.and Recreation Univ.of Kans. Lawrence, Kans. Dear Mr. Allen: Enclosed please find copy of the new booklet which we have just published and which we are offering to you as heretofore, without charge, as our contribution to public health education. Developed in collaboration with eminent authorities in the fields of orthopedics and physical training, this booklet will prove timely for use during and after National Posture Week, which will be observed this year by schools, colleges and health groups throughout the nation the week of May 3rd to 8th. We feel that the fifth annual observance of National Posture Week will prove more significant than ever to wartime America. Today, more emphasis than ever is being placed upon good posture as an essential factor in our Nation's well being. That is why National Posture Week pecomes more far-reaching and significant than at any time since its inception -- why this year it should be of more than usual interest to you in augmenting your own physical fitness program and in promoting and maintaining public health. In addition to the enclosed booklet, we have created a series of attrac- tive full color posters which will be issued to educational, medical, industrial and other groups. The one available for educators has been approved by government and educational authorities and will be sent to edueators who request the booklets. The poster is dramatic and inspiring. Size 18" x 24%", it is reproduced in four colors and is captioned - "Good Posture for Health and Country -- FITNESS FOR VICTORY!" In view of conditions, we must ask that request for your supply of book- lets and posters be sent by return mail. emt Hay flcan — Director FHK/eh encl.e FOUNDED BY S. H. CAMP & COMPANY - JACKSON, MICHIGAN BLUE,;PRINTS (Cae BODY’BALANCE COPYRIGHT, 1942, BY SAMUEL HIGBY CAMP INSTITUTE NEW YORK CITY FOR BETTER POSTURE, , Ya capacity for happy and effective living is fundamentally tied up with body balance. Socially, mentally and physically, your poise, at- tractiveness, vigor and stamina have much to do with your success. And they are influenced, to an extent few people realize, by the way you use or abuse your body. ‘‘A sound mind in a sound body”’ is a motto whose wisdom has been proved anew by modern science. Mental health and bodily health are closely related. Just as sorrow and discourage- ment leave you feeling ‘‘washed out,’’ so your spirits.tend to sag when your body sags. So, too, physical vigor helps to keep you mentally cheerful and alert. Your appearance impresses or depresses the people you meet. This is important not only in making friends or in getting ahead in your job; the impression you make affects your own self- confidence. Take pride in your appearance. Re- member, people tend to accept you at “‘posture value.”’ Keep this value high. Serious faults in posture may lead to def- inite physical ailments, as well as many vague internal or muscular symptoms. Backache and foot trouble are among the commonest complaints for which people seek medical advice. If trouble develops, see your physician. He alone can be sure what needs to be done. Under- lying physical ailments may be the real cause of fatigue, and the fatigue may in turn be the cause of poor posture. If yours is a case of “‘simple’’ postural faults, you can help to avoid trouble by following the rules of body balance as given in this booklet. The effect of poor posture on appearance is obvious to anyone who will look about him on the street. Not so obvious are the ways in which it may cause fatigue, aches and pains and improper functioning of internal organs. This is why we use ‘‘X-Ray’’ drawings as our illustrations. Turn back to the drawings on page 2. See how (in B) the spine and leg bones are straight enough to support the body weight with the least possible muscular effort. When poor posture (A) throws these bones out of line, the muscles must work harder to hold the body up, and an extra strain is thrown on the joints and ligaments. This is why we speak of “body balance’’; good posture is achieved when the weight is well balanced on the bony structure. Correct posture, once it becomes a habit, is the easiest posture to maintain. Now look at the drawing on the opposite page to see what happens to the internal organs. The pelvis is tilted forward (compare its posi- tion in A, page 2, with the dotted line) and the abdominal muscles sag outward. The chest is flattened, crowding the lungs and heart. The diaphragm, the dome-shaped muscle which sep- arates the chest and abdomen, is forced down, pushing the stomach and other organs out of place. This crowding may interfere with breath- ing, circulation, digestion, or other functions, causing many of the vague complaints which distress otherwise healthy men,, women and children. ; Nn is more to good body " balance than simply standing up straight. Follow the rules given below, and compare yourself with Figure A. When you have the correct position, walk around, bend over and come back to it, thus learning the “feel” of good posture; make it a habit. 1 Head high, chin in. 2 Shoulders back, shoulder blades flat. 3 Chest up and forward. 4 Abdomen drawn up and in. 5 Lower back flattened. 6 Hips tilted down in back. 7 Knees straight but not stiff. 8 Feet parallel, weight evenly balanced. Do not exaggerate. Good posture is easy posture, without stiffness or strain. Figure B shows some of the commonest faults: head drooping, shoulders rounded, chest flat, back swayed in, abdomen sagging, hips tilted forward, weight swaying forward on legs. Figure C shows how the pelvis is tilted and the spine curved when the weight is thrown on one leg. Wiig ce. the body erect as in standing. Walk with a springy step, throwing more weight on the ball of the foot than on the heel, and keeping the feet parallel and close together, Figure D. Ese ae well: back, so “that the lower back is comfortably supported by the back of the chair. Sit with the spine erect, and the head and upper body in good balance; keep both feet on the floor, Figure A. In an overstuffed chair, avoid slumping on the end of the spine, with the lower back sagging, as in Figure B. When leaning forward, bend from the hips, keeping the back straight; do not bend the back as in Figure C. And avoid the too com- mon contortions in Figure D, which throw the weight-bearing system badly out of line. Correct sitting posture may. be impossible in a poorly designed chair. Office workers and those who spend long hours sitting down should make sure that their chairs give proper support where it is needed, particularly to the lower back ° and thighs. A good chair will pay for itself in comfort and efficiency. ae — Approximately one-third of your life is spent in bed. Sagging springs, like those in Figure E, can cause serious trouble; many cases of back pain have been cured simply by putting a board under the springs! The best type of bed is one with box springs or an innerspring mattress, giving equal support to all parts of the . body, as in Figure F. Driving — The jolting and swaying of a car. add to the strain of poor posture. You will save yourself much fatigue by sitting erect and well back (A). Desk Work —Good posture conserves energy, pays dividends in efficiency. Sit erect, with lower back sup- ported (A); do not hunch (B); lean forward from hips. Carrying — When carrying a heavy suit case, keep as erect as possible (A). Slumping (B) adds to the strain by destroying body balance. Lifting— To lift a heavy object, bend the knees, keeping the upper body straight (A). Bending as * in (B) may strain back muscles. Housework — In ironing, cooking or dishwashing, stand erect, with weight on both feet (A). Poor body balance (B) makes chores much harder. Lying Down — When reading on a sofa or in bed, make sure that the back is properly supported (B); a sagging spine (A) leads to a sore back. 1 Lie on back, small pillow under shoulder blades, knees bent. Extend arms back of head; hold position five minutes. 2 Lie on back, hands under head, knees bent. Ro- tate hips with arrows, flattening lower back, and pulling abdomen in and up. Relax and repeat. 3 Lie flat on back, arms at sides. Raise trunk by press- ing head down and arching back from head to hips, swinging arms over head; return arms and repeat. Py Oe er es 4 Lie flat on back, arms over head, wrists resting on books or other support. Press down with hands, lift- ing head and trunk as far as possible. Relax and repeat. ° ca — Of course, the hest advice about posture is useless if you are run down by some underlying illness and lack the vitality to hold yourself erect. The simple rules of health — good nutrition, enough rest and sleep, some out- door play and exercise — are of first importance. Any exercise which improves muscle tone, whether it be an active sport or simply a brisk walk, will be an aid to good posture. Sports are especially valuable, because the process works both ways. The exercise tones up the body and aids posture; and good posture, or good body balance, is a part of the physical skill necessary for the game. And sports are fun, so we don’t have to force ourselves to take the exercise. For developing the particular groups of muscles needed for good posture, many physicians and physical educators recommend the exercises on the opposite page. No. 1 stretches the ribs and draws the abdominal muscles in. No. 2 strengthens the muscles which flatten the lower back and hold in the abdomen. No. 3 tones up all the muscles which hold the back upright. No. 4 is especially good for the upper back and shoulders. As in all exercises, these should be done in moderation, with regard to your age and physical condition. Do not overstrain. And remember that a few minutes of exercise will do little unless you develop the habit of good body balance. a 7YWS STORE aes : l, posture, as in other things, good habits are the key to success. Practice good posture and keep at it untilit becomes second nature to you. When this happens, standing properly will no longer be an effort, but will seem easier than standing poorly. Check yourself now and then against a door or wall. Your head, shoulders, buttocks, calves and heels should all touch it; the hollow of your back should be only deep enough to slide your fingers in. When you face the door, your chest should touch first. Check your clothing, too. Outer clothing, undergarments and shoes should all be properly designed. Nowadays, fortunately, they can be sensible and still stylish. _ Be honest with yourself. Catch yourself off guard in a mirror or in a store window. How do you look? Can you be proud of your appearance? Knowing how won't help much unless you make it a habit, any more than “company manners” on occasion make a ventleman. ‘ Good posture can be achieved by almost anyone. It will take work, and the habit will not be formed in a day or a week; but the benefits in vigor and personal pride are well worth the effort. Fi booklet has been prepared to aid those who have moderate degrees of poor posture. If your postural faults are severe, or if you suffer from backache, muscular pains or other symp- toms, see your physician. A thorough examina- tion now may save you pain, disability and expense later on. The famous Camp Transparent Woman, an object lesson in good posture, which has been seen by more than twelve million persons, is now on permanent exhibition at the Museum of Science and Industry in Chicago. Prepared in collaboration with leading authorities in the field of orthopedics by THE SAMUEL HIGBY CAMP INSTITUTE FOR BETTER POSTURE SU ie CC TPCT New York City Founded by S. H. Camp & Company, Jackson, Michigan