Alignment Drives Performance
Reducing Workplace Strain and Improving Energy in a Screen-Driven World
Modern work is structurally demanding. Many employees spend hours each day seated in front of screens, often in positions the body was never designed to sustain for extended periods. Over time, these patterns contribute to rising levels of neck tension, lower back discomfort, and posture-related fatigue.
Dr. Jason Gerard works with organizations to help employees better understand the relationship between posture, movement, and performance. Through engaging workplace workshops, teams learn practical strategies to reduce strain and support long-term resilience in modern work environments.
The Structural Cost of Modern Work
Across industries, organizations are seeing increasing reports of musculoskeletal discomfort tied to prolonged sitting and screen use.
Common patterns include:
- Forward head posture
- Rounded shoulders
- Lower back strain
- Reduced breathing efficiency
- Afternoon fatigue and decreased focus
While many companies invest in ergonomic equipment and wellness initiatives, the structural mechanics behind these patterns are often overlooked.
Understanding how posture and movement habits influence physical strain helps employees maintain better energy, mobility, and long-term function.
Dr. Jason Gerard
Dr. Jason Gerard is a posture and performance specialist based in Minnesota and the founder of Lakewoods Chiropractic.
Straighten Up at Work
Straighten Up at Work is an interactive workplace workshop designed to help employees understand how posture, spinal mechanics, and daily movement patterns influence energy and physical stress.
The session combines clear education with practical demonstrations that employees can implement immediately during the workday.
Topics Covered:
- The structural impact of prolonged screen posture
- How posture affects breathing and energy levels
- Why ergonomics alone often falls short
- The “60-Minute Reset” strategy for reducing strain
- Simple mobility techniques employees can perform at their desks
Supporting Workforce Health and Performance
Straighten Up at Work is an interactive workplace workshop designed to help employees understand how posture, spinal mechanics, and daily movement patterns influence energy and physical stress.
The session combines clear education with practical demonstrations that employees can implement immediately during the workday.
Organizations that introduce posture and movement education often notice:
- Reduced posture-related complaints
- Increased awareness of physical strain
- Greater engagement in workplace wellness programs
- Practical movement habits employees can sustain long-term
These workshops complement existing wellness initiatives by helping employees better understand how everyday work habits influence physical stress.
Meet Dr. Jason Gerard
Dr. Jason Gerard is a posture and performance specialist based in Minnesota and the founder of Lakewoods Chiropractic.
Through years of clinical experience working with individuals experiencing posture-related strain, he began observing consistent patterns tied to modern screen-based work environments.
This insight led to the development of workplace education programs focused on reducing preventable strain and improving long-term movement health.
Dr. Gerard is also the author of the forthcoming book Straighten Up, which explores how posture influences energy, mobility, and performance in today’s screen-driven world.
Workshop Options
Organizations can schedule:
- Lunch & Learn Sessions (30–45 minutes)
- Corporate Wellness Workshops
- Workplace Posture Programs
- Leadership or Executive Sessions
Each session can be customized depending on workforce size and workplace environment.
Bring This Workshop to Your Organization
If your team spends most of the day seated in front of screens, a conversation about posture and movement strategies may be valuable.
To request additional information or schedule a workshop, please complete the form below.