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"The Masai, most Brazilians, gymnasts (but only when they're actually doing exercises) and anyone who carries rocks on their heads for a living, have an upright posture." Somebody would give a shot at explaining why (most) Brazilians were singled-out in this example?
Apparently we carry rocks on our heads for a living?
A third option is leaning back in your chair. I find that I never get tired of sitting in this position.
Stick your butt out [...] Stick out your chest
and fill up your lungs. Now tuck in your chin [...]
What's really needed are ways to undo the rigidity. No doubt there are a variety of these. The most effective I've found is the Alexander Technique, an early 20th century form of bodywork that remains modestly widespread, i.e. it's not that popular but you can find teachers in most major cities. It's a curious, very gentle and non-invasive practice that is somewhat counterintuitive but in the hands of a good teacher (I tried three, only one of whom was good) delivers lasting results. I recommend it to anyone who likes to explore this kind of thing.
A good book I've read on the Alexander Technique is How You Stand, How You Move, How You Live by Missy Vineyard. http://www.amazon.com/How-You-Stand-Move-Live/dp/1600940064
A third option is leaning back in your chair. I find that I never get tired of sitting in this position.
"The Masai, most Brazilians, gymnasts (but only when they're actually doing exercises) and anyone who carries rocks on their heads for a living, have an upright posture." Somebody would give a shot at explaining why (most) Brazilians were singled-out in this example?
Most people who don't live in a sedentary society probably still have good posture and maintain their natural skeletal alignment. I don't know if this applies to all of Brazil.